Senior Associate, Business Control & Risk Management

Company: Santander Holdings USA Inc
Location: Dallas
Posted on: July 12, 2025

Job Description:

Senior Associate, Business Control & Risk Management Country: United States of America Your Journey Starts Here: 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. An exciting journey awaits, if you are interested in exploring the possibilities We Want to Talk to You! The Difference You Make: The Sr. Associate, Business Control & Risk Management operates within the First Line of Defense and is accountable to assist the Business Control & Risk Management team in driving effective and consistent business line execution against the Enterprise Risk Management Framework. The incumbent is expected to champion the Business Control mandate as a critical business partner guiding stakeholders to embed risk management practices in the 1st line. The Sr. Associate serves as a subject matter expert by advising and guiding risk initiatives such as risk assessments, KRI/KPI development and monitoring, working with the business line to proactively self-identify issues, and ensure on-time remediation of issues. The Sr. Associate must be able to effectively collaborate with various stakeholders while influencing strategic goals. • Lead the design and execution of scenario analysis exercises in partnership with business units and CIB Business Control Officers (BCOs), driving the articulation of key assumptions and impacts. • Direct and oversee the execution of the firm’s Material Risk Identification and Assessment (MRIA) program, ensuring enterprise-wide risk assessments are timely, complete, and integrated into formal risk governance frameworks. • Develop and refine the strategic framework for Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), overseeing the implementation and continuous enhancement of threshold monitoring to proactively identify emerging risk trends and ensure timely escalation to senior management. • Produce and oversee risk reporting and MIS, synthesizing scenario outcomes, KRI performance, and material risk themes for BCOs, risk governance committees, and CIB executives. • Act as a strategic partner to BCOs and risk owners, ensuring material risks are comprehensively identified, assessed, and managed within approved risk appetite and control frameworks. • Govern and maintain ERM program documentation and lead periodic program reviews and enhancements related to scenario analysis, material risk inventory, and KRI processes, ensuring consistency with internal standards and regulatory expectations. What You Bring: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 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. 9 Years Risk Management, Internal Controls, Auditing, Credit Management, relevant line of business experience and/or legal or regulatory experience. - Required. 5 Years Business Unit. - Required. - Demonstrated experience executing risk projects across multiple business lines offering a wide variety of financial services products and services. - Advanced 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. - Ability to build internal and external networks of information resources within the risk management ecosystem. - Operational Risk Management Experience - Experience in gap or risk analysis - High sense of urgency with ability to drive results - Effective multi-tasking and prioritization skills - Ability to handle diverse workload and and tight schedule - Solid time management and organizational skills - 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 attention 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 - Organizational awareness: knowledge of the organizational environment and tactics; ability to effectively navigate formal and informal communication and decision making channels Certifications: • Other Risk Certification - Preferred. It Would Be Nice For You To Have: Established work history or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education. 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: $86,250.00 USD Maximum: $155,000.00 USD Link to Santander Benefits: Santander Benefits - 2025 Santander OnGoing/NH eGuide (foleon.com) 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: Dallas, TX, Dallas Other Locations: Texas-Dallas Organization: Banco Santander S.A.

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