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Job Title: Enterprise Risk Management Team Lead Location: CityScape What you'll do: Western Alliance is seeking an ERM Team Lead that will work within the bank's second line of defense and will be responsible for supporting, leading and enhancing enterprise risk management program functions such as Controls Testing, Issue Management and other Risk Management functions. The successful candidate will be a motivated team player who has expertise in risk and control management; a self-starter who is accustomed to working in fast-paced, complex, evolving organizations with diverse stakeholders; and an agile individual who is able to withstand challenges and adapt quickly with an execution mindset. The Enterprise Risk Management Team Lead will work within the bank's second line of defense and will be responsible for supporting and overseeing a team for the development and implementation of operational risk management programs such as controls testing, issue management, and other risk management functions. This role is part of the Enterprise and Operational Risk Management Group (ERM/ORM) that is responsible for developing and implementing the bank's risk management framework. ERM/ORM is a growing organization focused on providing expert guidance, credible challenge, and effective oversight of risk-taking activities throughout the company. The organization plays a critical role in helping to inform bank management and the Board of Directors of the risks inherent in its actions and decisions, enterprise impacts, and opportunities to manage risk. Proactively works with business unit management and stakeholders to identify and assess operational, technology, reputational, strategic, financial, and legal risks; ensuring adherence to regulatory, legal, corporate and/or functional requirements. What we are looking for: Responsibilities: Support leadership in the execution and enhancement of second line of defense Enterprise and Operational Risk Programs, including Controls Testing and Issue Management. Leading a team of Senior Analysts / Analysts within the 2LOD by providing guidance and oversight. Champion a strong risk culture for the company via elevating the risk knowledge base of associates and leaders by deploying risk management best practices across the organization. Assist in the execution of the Bank's Operational Risk Management (ORM) Framework. Contribute to various enterprise risk management initiatives, produce high quality deliverables including procedure documents, reports, and presentations for all levels of management. Collaborate across work streams and support cross-functions for ERM/ORM program enhancements. Support the development of frameworks and standards for the first line of defense operational risk management requirements and act as subject matter expert for first line risk liaisons. Qualifications: A demonstrated understanding of Controls Testing, Issue Management and Risk and Control Self Assessments within areas such as information technology, general banking operations including deposit operations, loan administration, treasury management and/or other commercial and consumer banking products and services. Experience in write up and remediation of issues within an established issue management framework. Self-motivated, self-directed and the proven ability to manage a team of individuals to drive toward organizational goals and deadlines. Advanced knowledge of risk management principals and regulatory compliance requirements. Strong organizational, analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Ability to deal with ambiguity and navigate through complex situations. Relevant industry and professional experience across one or more of the three lines of defense. Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, or related field 5+ years of experience in O