Project Manager II (Risk and Governance)

First Citizens Bank hiring for Project Manager II (Risk and Governance) jobs in Knightdale, NC, US

This is a hybrid role, with the expectation that time working will regularly take place inside and outside of a company office.

This position reports to the Manager, Business Program responsible for Governance, Risk, and Compliance within the Corporate Real Estate department at First Citizens Bank. The role contributes to the execution of programs across all Corporate Real Estate functions, including Workplace Operations, Facilities Maintenance, Development and Portfolio Administration, Critical Facilities, and Corporate Security. This position is responsible for the advanced execution and administration of Bank projects. Manages all aspects of assigned project life cycle including planning, scope definition, design, and delivery. Tracks and reports progress against milestones, budgetary guidelines, or other performance indicators. Coordinates activities of both internal and external parties across multiple functions to achieve project goals. May occasionally guide less experienced associates in the work group.

The incumbent will assist with execution of first line risk management and associated deliverables for the Corporate Real Estate department, including but not limited to: Risk Control Self Assessments, management of Self-Identified Issues, MRID program, and Key Risk Indicators. In addition, this position will contribute to ongoing risk-related reporting.

Furthermore, the incumbent will assist with developing and maintaining governance for the department, to include policies and procedures. They will be deeply engaged with Procurement and Third Party Risk Management to manage and anticipate governance needs, evolving regulatory requirements, and Large Financial Institution (LFI) expectations.  

• Strategy - Responsible for the strategic development, execution, and management of projects. Maximizes available resources while minimizing risk. Ensures high quality results by employing best practices, engaging appropriate expertise, and making administrative decisions.
• Project Coordination - Coordinates a team of associates throughout project life cycle. Conveys clear expectations of project goals. Resolves issues, directs work activities, and keeps team on track with project schedule.
• Collaboration - Works in conjunction with individuals, business units, and outside parties. Assists in negotiations with external consultants or vendors. Facilitates communication across functions to enhance process flow.
• Reporting - Implements methods of tracking progress and performance. Conveys results of tracking to appropriate parties through reports or other documentation.

Desired Skills: Experience in Banking and Financial Services at a Large Financial Institution (LFI) is preferred, but not required. Experience with risk management, governance, and controls is also a plus.

Procedure Writer - Ability to write business-level procedures and standards. 

Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of experience in Project Management OR High School Diploma or GED and 8 years of experience in Project Management

Skill(s): Proficiency in technology disciplines (programming language, network engineering, database architecture, system analysis, etc.).

Preferred Qualification: Experience with procedure writing and understanding of documentation of risk processes and controls.

This job posting is expected to remain active for (default 45) days from the initial posting date listed above.  If it is necessary to extend this deadline, the posting will remain active as appropriate.  Job postings may come down early due to business need or a high volume of applicants.

First Citizens benefits programs are designed to meet our associates where they are in life. Full-time associates (20+ hours) are offered a comprehensive benefits program, with customized offerings, including those designed to support families, however defined. More information regarding our benefits offerings can be found here https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits