Description

Job Summary

Supports the Company's Enterprise Risk Management function by managing and maintaining the Operational Risk Management program with a focus on Scenario Analysis and Operational Event & Loss Data Reporting. Ensures that the program adequately identifies, assesses, measures, monitors and reports operational risks across the enterprise. Develops and maintains effective relationships with key stakeholders within the lines of business and in other risk functions. Serves as a subject matter expert in scenario analysis and operational loss data providing advice and direction to senior management and various internal committees on matters related to risk management.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, facilitate, and execute enterprise-wide scenario analysis exercises to identify and assess potential severe but plausible operational risk events. Collaborate with business units and subject matter experts to ensure scenarios reflect material risks and emerging threats. Aggregate and analyze results to inform capital modeling, risk appetite, and strategic decision-making.
• Oversee the collection, validation, and analysis of internal operational loss events. Ensure timely and accurate reporting of loss data in compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements. Perform root cause analysis and identify trends to support control enhancements and risk mitigation strategies.
• Integrate scenario and loss data outputs into the institution’s capital planning process, including pro forma capital projections under baseline and stressed conditions, incorporating applicable operational risk loss estimation methodologies.
• Support operational risk governance by preparing and delivering reporting on scenario analysis outcomes, loss data trends, and key risk indicators (KRIs) to senior management and the Operational Risk Committee (ORC). Contribute to the maintenance of the operational risk taxonomy and control library.
• Each team member is expected to be aware of risk within their functional area. This includes observing all policies, procedures, laws, regulations and risk limits specific to their role. Additionally, they should raise and report known or suspected violations to the appropriate Company authority in a timely fashion.
• Performs other related duties as required.

The information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Synovus is an Equal Opportunity Employer supporting diversity in the workplace

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related discipline; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Minimum Experience:

• 8+ years job specific experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• At least 2 years of management experience
• Risk management background, which may include operational risk, enterprise risk, regulatory compliance, audit or other risk related to financial institutions
• Strong technical knowledge and understanding of Scenario Analysis and Operational Event & Loss Data Reporting.
• Ability to think strategically, demonstrating thought leadership while being capable of translating concepts into effective processes within acceptable timeframes and budgets
• Effective in core business skills: analysis, communication, writing, problem-solving, Microsoft programs
• Interacts regularly and effectively with executive level management

Preferred Education, Experience, Certifications, Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Master’s degree or professional certifications (e.g., FRM, CRCM, CPA).
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks including EPS, Basel III, and DFAST.