Senior Risk Advisory Analyst (Broker/Dealer)

Dallas, TX, United States

**Senior Risk Advisory Analyst (Broker/Dealer)**

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* Dallas, Texas

* Audit, Risk, Compliance & Fraud

* 13325

* Hilltop Holdings

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** Job Description**

Hilltop Holdings Inc. (NYSE:HTH) is a Texas-based diversified financial holding company specializing in banking, mortgage origination , and financial advisory through its wholly owned subsidiaries, PlainsCapital Bank, PrimeLending, and HilltopSecurities .

The Senior Risk Advisory Analyst is responsible for assisting the Hilltop Holdings (HTH) Risk Advisory Director with executing, maintaining and enhancing a best in class operational and enterprise risk management program. The Senior Risk Advisory Analyst is instrumental in the implementation and execution of risk oversight processes, which drive consistent risk identification, measurement, monitoring and mitigation in accordance with regulatory requirements, and the Board of Directors approved risk appetite and strategic plans. The Senior Risk Advisory Analyst will provide risk management insights including but not limited to current and emerging risk events, risk metrics, and issue resolution to both the Director of Risk Advisory and senior management. The Senior Risk Advisory Analyst will work closely with, but not limited to, executive management, Internal Audit, Information Security, Compliance, Legal, SOx, Project Management and Business Continuity / Disaster Recovery, and their associated business units and departments in an extremely collaborative environment. A skillset with a high proficiency in communication skills allowing effective, concise communication in various forms and the ability to partner with senior executives is critical. Key risk focus areas include business risks (e.g. operational and strategic) associated with products and services. The Senior Risk Advisory Analyst should demonstrate critical thinking and independent judgement and be responsible for leading various initiatives as assigned with limited management oversight. The Senior Risk Advisory Analyst must have strong critical thinking skills with the ability to interpret data, innovate and make decisions rooted in detailed analysis. In addition, it is expected that the Senior Risk Advisory Analyst will have the ability to prioritize, handle multiple tasks independently and meet aggressive deadlines.

**Essential Functions**

* This position is the primary Risk Advisory lead for HilltopSecurities products and services including: capital markets, structured finance, public finance, clearing services, and retail brokerage.

* Demonstrate and implement an in-depth understanding of risk policies, procedures, and practices.

* Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of relevant line of business processes, policies, applications, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

* Using industry knowledge, provide objective challenge both within the department and where applicable with the business.

* Lead efforts to identify and evaluate both external and internal threats associated with management objectives.

* Lead efforts to collaboratively conduct risk analysis assessments by partnering with the business to identify, measure and monitor a portfolio of risks.

* Identify, develop, monitor and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) which aid in the measurement of operational and strategic risks.

* Conduct root cause analysis and develop risk treatment plans for significant loss events and near-miss events.

* Lead efforts to compile clear, accurate and timely risk analyses, data and operating dashboards / reports for senior management, the Board of Directors and other appropriate parties highlighting trends, breaches, high priority risks, and remediation activity.

* Assess risks associated with new products and services.

* Develop and maintain competency with key risk technology solutions including SAI Global, ACL/Highbond, and/or PowerBI.

* Assist with the professional development of Risk Advisory Analysts in the pursuit of department objectives.

* Exhibit a strong executive presence and provide concise communication in various forms; written reports and verbal presentations.

* Lead risk management education (awareness and adoption) and further develop a risk aware culture focusing on creating value and achieving strategic objectives across HTH.

**Job Requirements**

* Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or other related field required.

* 3-7 years of relevant work experience specific to risk management and preferably with broker-dealers.

* Work experience with industry leading data analytics or software (e.g. ACL, IDEA, SQL, R etc.) and/or GRC software (e.g. Archer, SAI Global, MetricStream, etc.) is preferred but not required.

* Comfortable with working in a dynamic fast-paced environment and building from a limited reference point.

* Act in a professional manner and communicate effectively with both verbal and written communications.

* Positive attitude with a self-starter mentality, strong work ethic and the ability to pivot as needed.

* Comfortable working with Microsoft Excel and conducting ad-hoc data analytics.

*The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in, or assigned to, the above position and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required, and may be changed at the discretion of the Company.*

**About the Company**

Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Hilltop Holdings offers a diverse range of financial services through its three primary subsidiaries, PlainsCapital Bank, PrimeLending, and HilltopSecurities. PlainsCapital Bank is a leading commercial bank with locations throughout Texas. PrimeLending is a national mortgage provider focused on purchase mortgage originations. HilltopSecurities provides financial advisory, clearing, retail brokerage, and other investment banking services. Hilltop Holdings seeks to build the premier Texas-based diversified financial services holding company through acquisitions and organic growth. To learn more, please visit .

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