Risk Governance And Control Officer

The Risk Governance and Control Office Team is an embedded 1st line Of Defense team within the Global Treasury Strategy, Execution and Controls (SE&C) area of HSBC. The RG&C team helps identify, mitigate, govern and manage risks and Controls in the organization, including but not limited to Operational, Financial, Conduct and Trading lifecycle risk. Reporting and functionally accountable to the Risk Governance and Controls team, the role holder will assist in the oversight of Risk, Controls and Conduct within the Treasury organization as per HSBC’s Risk Management Framework, by supporting and promoting the effective execution of global governance, escalation, remediation,  assurance, deep-dives, read-across, issue management, conduct and Control standards, including the definition of these where specific/relevant to the relevant entity, region or global vertical.

The role holder will need to work closely with Global and Regional Treasury teams as well as business management, SE&C community and their support functions to support and promote the effective implementation and design of control standards, Governance and procedures, with the aim of sharing and promoting best practice

• Assisting in the implementation of additional Liquidity, Capital and IRRBB related Risks into the Risk Management Framework, and subsequent running of these Risk and Control Assessments in BAU, including related governance, testing and evidence work.

• Assist in Data, Digital and Transformation programs, ensuring that initiatives take into account the Risk and Control Framework

• Control: -Review new policies and standards for and on behalf of the region. - Assist in ensuring effective remediation actions in place for key issues for the region and track mitigation. -Identify opportunities and drive implementation of control enhancements.

• Deep Dive Reviews – support and promote the regional execution of desk/control reviews, thematic reviews and other remediation/assurance work as required.

• Governance Forums – Organize, run and Participate in Risk and Control related governance forums as required.

• Tracking and resolution of Issues - Support the NFR team and Front Office Management in the maintenance and upload of items into Helios and other relevant systems.

• Escalation Point - Act as an additional point of escalation for stake holders with respect to internal control issues for the region/site.

• Support the Implementation of Policies & Processes to mitigate the business' top risks for the region.

• Support Treasury SMEs in ensuring that documentation, evidencing, and 2LOD assurance responses are provided, safeguarding SME time

• Audit:   Act as a key contact point for Audit.

For this role, HSBC targets a fixed pay range between $79,700 and $119,500.

The final fixed pay offer will depend on the candidate and a number of variables, including but not limited to, role responsibilities, skill set, depth of experience and education, licensing/certification requirements, internal relativity, and specific work location.

At HSBC, our overall goal is to provide a competitive Total Reward Package, with an appropriate mix of fixed pay, and variable pay, as part of an employee’s overall total compensation and benefits. Variable pay generally takes the form of discretionary, annual awards (sometimes referred to as a “bonus”). Additionally, HSBC offers a wide range of competitive and flexible benefits designed to help you improve your health and well-being, finances, and lifestyle.

In compliance with applicable laws, HSBC is committed to employing only those who are authorized to work in the US. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. as HSBC will not engage in immigration sponsorship for this position.

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in business management or risk/control roles within a Treasury organization and/or Markets business.

• Understanding of Markets business and products.

• Familiarity with the Treasury function within a global organization, preferably in the context of a bank

• Strong analytical and project management skills to enhance procedures and controls. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to negotiate and work effectively with senior business leaders across business lines and geographies. 

• Strong problem solving and prioritization experience, able to perform multitask under pressure with a keen eye for detail.

• Excellent team player with a proactive and self-motivated attitude and ability to think and act independently.

• Degree holder with a professional qualification including background knowledge of internal control and risk
  management in Markets.

• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and project management skills to enhance standards, policies and controls

• Well-developed leadership and people management skills, able to drive change and provide positive influence to achieve organization goals 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to negotiate and work effectively with senior business leaders across business lines and geographies 

• Strong problem solving and prioritization skills and be able to perform multitask under pressure with a keen eye for detail

As an HSBC employee, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities to ensure you have the right skills for today and tomorrow. We offer a competitive pay and benefits package including a robust Wellness Hub, all in a welcoming, diverse and inclusive work environment.  You will be empowered to drive HSBC’s engagement with the communities we serve through an industry-leading volunteerism policy, a generous matching gift program, and a comprehensive program of immersive Sustainability and Climate Change Initiatives. You’ll want to join our Employee Resource Groups as they play a central part in life at HSBC, including the development of our employees and networking inside and outside of HSBC.  We value difference. We succeed together. We take responsibility. We get it done. And we want you to help us build the bank of the future!

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, race, national origin, ethnicity, disability or medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran service, religion, creed, sex, gender, pregnancy, childbirth, caregiver status, marital status, citizenship or immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other trait protected by applicable law.