<p>If you're looking for a meaningful career, you'll find it here at Webster. Founded in 1935, our focus has always been to put people first--doing whatever we can to help individuals, families, businesses and our colleagues achieve their financial goals. As a leading commercial bank, we remain passionate about serving our clients and supporting our communities. Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Agility, Respect, Excellence are Webster's values, these set us apart as a bank and as an employer.</p> <p>Come join our team where you can expand your career potential, benefit from our robust development opportunities, and enjoy meaningful work!</p> <p>Key responsibilities for the role:</p> <ul> <li>Serve as the dedicated subject matter expert for assigned Front Line Units with a core focus on the Human Resources department. </li><li>Act as the primary point of contact for risk and compliance related matters </li><li>Lead the FLU and designees through and manage the risk & control self-assessment process. The Director will analyze results, identify control weaknesses/gaps, and suggest actions to mitigate risk and will liaise directly with ORM on effective challenges. </li><li>Lead and assist FLUs with the development and maintenance of primary and secondary risk metrics to monitor the risk profile of the respective FLU(s); Prepare, test, and distribute risk metric reporting on at least a quarterly basis. </li><li>Lead and assist business units with the identification, analysis and future mitigation of risk issues and events that may have resulted in a gap in process. </li><li>Encourage first line self-identification of control gaps. Partner with 2LOD to develop action plans to resolve the control gaps. </li><li>Monitor new activity (also known as new products and/or services) initiatives and provide appropriate review, assessment, and challenge. </li><li>Develop, maintain, and refresh internal risk management procedures, policies, and processes. </li><li>Manage assigned business unit(s)/lines of business(es) 3PRM, ISRA activities as required. </li><li>Develop and submit risk updates and reminders for assigned business unit(s)/lines of business(es). </li><li>Responsible for regulatory exam preparation/coordination for the assigned FLU(s). </li><li>Collaborate with FLUs, FLCOs and 2LOD/3LOD partners across the organization to promote a controls-oriented culture. </li><li>Able to work on multiple projects/initiatives concurrently (e.g., committees, projects, risk reporting) to be able to understand the team's strategic objectives and decision making for execution. </li><li>Understand human capital risks, employment laws and regulations, supervisory expectations, and industry trends for large financial institutions, as it relates to compliance and risk management. </li><li>Direct and manage ad-hoc projects and/or initiatives. </li><li>Drive and champion heightened standards initiatives as it relates to Human Resources. </li></ul> <p>Key skills/experience qualifications for the role:</p> <p>Education</p> <ul> <li>Candidates with advanced degrees (Associates, Bachelor's, and/or Master's) preferred, yet a High School diploma or GED is required. </li></ul> <p>Experience</p> <ul> <li> <p>At least 5 years of experience in risk management, operational risk, or internal audit within the banking or financial services industry.</p> </li><li> <p>At least 8 years of experience in financial institutions and/or Human Resources.</p> </li><li> <p>Prior experience with Human Resources highly desired.</p> </li></ul> <p>Skills</p> <ul> <li> <p>Must work well independently and in a team environment.</p> </li><li> <p>Broad knowledge of compliance and operational risk, regulatory expectations, and bank best practices.</p> </li><li> <p>Understanding of risk management frameworks and processes, including identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to design, implement, and assess internal controls to manage risks effectively.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to analyze complex issues, identify root causes of risks, and recommend appropriate solutions.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to influence senior stakeholders and build effective working relationships across business units and lines of defense.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to manage change and effectively influence and consistently build strong lasting working relationships with stakeholders across all levels.</p> </li><li> <p>Excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and project management skills.</p> </li><li> <p>Strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement.</p> </li><li> <p>Proficiency in risk management software and data analysis tools Comfortable with emerging technology</p> </li><li> <p>Advanced Microsoft Office skills; Excel especially</p> </li><li> <p>Working knowledge of How2Work, Salesforce, ServiceNow, and Logic Manager</p> </li></ul> <p>This role has a hybrid work schedule and can be based in our Waterbury, Southington, and Stamford.</p> <p>The estimated base salary range for this position is $130,000 USD to $160,000 USD. Actual salary may vary up or down depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position is eligible for incentive compensation.</p> <p>#LI-RK1</p> <p>#LI-HYBRID</p> <p>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.</p>