Risk Manager

Incumbent develops, direct, implements, and manages the Risk Management process. He/She is responsible for identifying, measuring, analyzing, underwriting, approving and reporting on all facets of risk within the business.

Incumbent is expected to play a lead role in the development and implementation of the business units growth strategies through an appropriate methodology of managing and controlling risk/reward and identifying optimal business choices. Incumbent will also provide the leadership necessary to identify, analyze, assess, review and make appropriate recommendations relating to acquisition and diverse candidates.

Management/execution of process reviews.  These reviews focus on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the processing and control environment.
Management/execution of key regulatory and department, Asset Servicing or Corporate Risk/Compliance initiatives (Control Self Assessment, Loss reporting, SOX 404, etc.), and coordination with regulators, internal and external auditors, etc.  Includes interaction with senior management, portfolio management  and client CCO/risk management.

Provide risk leadership for largescale department initiatives, including development of a new operating model and the reengineering the required to achieve that model, etc.

At least 10+ years of relevant product/financial services and/or auditing and compliance management experience with a thorough knowledge of banking and fiduciary regulations (both domestic and international), operations and accounting. Excellent problem-solving, analytical abilities, oral and written communication skills. Proven ability to handle stressful situations with client and regulators while maintaining a professional approach to problem solving. Outstanding interpersonal skills in order to influence and impact business decisions over which the incumbent has no direct authority. Proven ability to manage a staff and numerous projects simultaneously. B.S./B.A. required. MBA and professional certification (CPA, CIA, CTA, etc.) preferred but not required.

Interested candidates are invited to apply online at http://bnymellon.com/Click “Careers”    Click “Search Jobs” or “More »” Click “Positions posted under the former Mellon Financial Corporation Domestic locations” Click “View Job Postings” Apply to Reference Number 7410