Job Description

Head of CIB US Controls Testing & Quality, Executive Director - Dallas/Miami

Country: United States of America

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Santander is a global leader and innovator in the financial services industry. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset. Our focus is on fostering an enriching journey that empowers you to explore diverse career opportunities while nurturing your personal growth. We are committed to creating an environment where continuous learning and development are prioritized, enabling you to thrive both professionally and personally. Here, you will find ample opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented colleagues from around the world, sharing insights and driving innovation together. Join us at Santander, where you are supported by a culture of engagement and a commitment to your success.

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The Controls Testing & QC Leader monitors activities to minimize the Corporate & Investment Bank's (CIB) exposure to risk. Activities may include quantitative analysis, risk identification and remediation. Represents or supports the reputation of the company to minimize compliance and regulatory risk by resolving issues and ensuring adherence to company and legal standards. Responsible
for ensuring that all of the company's activities adhere to the necessary rules and regulations, and that the company complies with legal/regulatory statutes and jurisdictions.

S/He is responsible for liasing with senior/executive management and/or board on the overall effectiveness of the Line of Business(es) control environment, will also ensures the Business Control & Risk Management team(s) effectively execute business line risk assessments and proactively identify emerging and material risks that may change the line of business(es) risk profile.

The individual has direct oversight for the effectiveness and on-time closure of line of business action plans and ensures that as risk appetite
changes applicable controls and metrics within each business remain adequate.

The Sr. Director leads a team that works to continuously identify, assess and action various risks throughout the assigned business lines
following established risk program requirements. Lead governance routines to report and escalate as necessary to executive management and corporate risk partners while driving a cultural awareness of risk management practices and interacts with all lines of internal risk management peers including other first line of defense teams, corporate risk functions and internal audit.

Key Responsibilities
• Provide leadership and oversight of the control testing and issue validation program in support of the firm’s Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) framework; note: this role does not own or execute the RCSA itself.
• Design and oversee execution of quality control across key non-financial risk areas, including operational risk and AML, to assess the adherance to non-financial risk programs.
• Govern the validation testing of remediation efforts for issues identified by the first line, second line, and regulators, ensuring evidence-based closure and risk mitigation.
• Set quality standards for testing documentation and results, and drive continuous improvement across methodologies, tools, and reporting.
• Engage with senior business, Compliance, Operational Risk, and Internal Audit stakeholders to ensure alignment of testing practices with regulatory expectations and enterprise risk appetite.
• Present control testing outcomes, issue validation findings, and program updates to senior management, governance forums, and regulatory stakeholders.
• Lead and develop a team of testing professionals, fostering a culture of risk excellence and control accountability.

Qualifications

Skills:

Deep knowledge of the financial services sector, particularly the products and services of a commercial or investment bank.
Advanced understanding of the regulatory environment and how the risks of the products and services the bank offers are viewed by the Second Line of Defense and regulators.
Able to effectively engage in communication with executive management, board members, regulators and other team members across the Santander US and CIB.
Ability to develop a mentoring culture with both senior experienced team members and junior staff.
Ability to collaborate with internal and external service providers to establish resource requirements, scheduling, assignments and service levels.
Developed understanding and demonstrated application of operational risk identification and mitigation practices and procedures.
Strong project management skills.
Ability to build internal and external networks of information resources within the risk management ecosystem.
Operational Risk Management Experience

Key Competencies:

Organizational awareness: Knowledge of the organizational environment and tactics; ability to effectively navigate formal and informal communication and decision making channels.
Organizational governance: Knowledge of the processes, customs, policies, and rules affecting the way the organization is administered and controlled; ability to ensure compliance with governance guidelines and policies.
Accuracy and attemtion to detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy - ability to complete tasks with a high level of precision.
Internal controls: Knowledge of concept, methods, and processes of internal control; ability to create, implement, evaluate and enhance processes in internal controls.
Auditing: Knowledge of concept, methods, and processes of internal control; ability to create, implement, evaluate and enhance processes in internal controls.

Education:

Req: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience: Accounting, Business, Statistics, Risk Management, Information Systems, Finance, Economics or equivalent field.
Pref: Master's Degree: Accounting, Business, Statistics, Risk Management, Information Systems, Finance, Economics or equivalent field.

Work Experience:

12 years

What Else You Need To Know :

The base pay range for this position is posted below and represents the annualized salary range. For hourly positions (non-exempt), the annual range is based on a 40-hour work week. The exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, training, licensure and certifications and location.

Base Pay Range

Minimum:

$120,000.00 USD

Maximum:

$215,000.00 USD

Link to Santander Benefits:

Risk Culture:

We embrace a strong risk culture and all of our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.

EEO Statement:

At Santander, we value and respect differences in our workforce. We actively encourage everyone to apply. Santander is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Working Conditions :

Frequent minimal physical effort such as sitting, standing and walking is required for this role. Depending on location, occasional moving and lifting light equipment and/or furniture may be required .

Employer Rights:

This job description does not list all of the job duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You may be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment and either you or the employer may terminate your employment at any time for any reason.

What To Do Next :

If this sounds like a role you are interested in, then please apply.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates. If you require any assistance or accommodation due to a disability or any other reason, please contact us at TAOps@santander.us to discuss your needs.

Primary Location:  Miami, FL, Brickell Plaza-Corp

Other Locations:  Florida-Miami,Florida-Miami

Organization:  Banco Santander S.A.

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