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Essential Functions/Responsibility

The Sr. Analyst, CIB Business Control Unit, operates within the First Line of Defense and is accountable to assist the BCU team on driving effective and consistent business line execution against the Enterprise Risk Management Framework. 

Specifically, the  Sr. Analyst works to identify, assess for key risks throughout the assigned business line by, driving business unit compliance with applicable risk frameworks/policies and standards. The Sr. Analyst will become a subject matter expert and assist with completion of business line risk initiatives, as assigned, such as risk assessments, KRI/KPI development and monitoring, and on-time remediation of issues. 

The incumbent must be able to effectively partner with various stakeholders.

Job Function Description

Monitors activities to minimize the Corporate & Investment Bank's (CIB) exposure to risk. Activities may include quantitative analysis, risk identification and remediation. Represents or supports the reputation of the company to minimize compliance and regulatory risk by resolving issues and ensuring adherence to company and legal standards. Responsible for ensuring that all of the company's activities adhere to the necessary non-financial risk internal policies, rules and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

The position may support the following activities:
• Document issues in the risk management system, with clear action plans and timelines.
• Monitor the implementation of corrective actions to ensure that issues are addressed timely.
• Ensure Operational Risk Events are documented and escalated  in the bank’s escalation platform.
• Assist in the review and update of issues management and event escalation procedure.
• Participate in the development of training materials for key Operational Risk, Enterprise Risk and testing programs to be presented across the investment banking teams.
• Prepare dashboards, summary reports, and committee reports for management and governance audiences. 
• Assist in performing control testing activities as part of the firm's Risk and Control Self Assessment (RCSA) program.
• Support validation testing for remediation of issues identified by the first line, second line, or regulators, including evidence collection and documentation.
• Maintain control testing and validation trackers, ensuring accurate documentation and audit readiness.
• Work closely with team leads and business partners to gather relevant data, understand control procedures, and support testing execution.
• Help ensure quality and consistency in testing workpapers and contribute to continuous improvement efforts in testing and reporting processes.

Qualifications

Skills:

Basic knowledge of financial services sector, particularly the products and services of a commercial or investment bank. 

Operational Risk Management Experience; including the application of operational risk identification and mitigation practices and procedures.

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 tight schedule

Solid time management and organizational skills

Key Competencies:

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.

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience: Accounting, Business, Statistics, Risk Management, Information Systems, Finance, Economics or equivalent field.

Work Experience:

1-3 years

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:

Review the internal eligibility guidelines here. 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.

Benefits:
Santander Benefits - 2025 Santander OnGoing/NH eGuide (foleon.com)

Primary Location: Dallas, TX, Dallas

Other Locations: Texas-Dallas,Florida-Miami

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.