Business Analyst

City National Bank is a premier financial institution dedicated to serving entrepreneurs and businesses. The Senior Business Controls Analyst role focuses on strengthening the bank's risk management and control environment, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a robust control culture through collaboration with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Support the development and implementation of control-related assessments, programs, and controls to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and risk management standards
• Analyze, evaluate, and periodically review risk management practices across the organization, including activities at network affiliates, to identify areas for improvement
• Collaborate with second and third lines of defense to strengthen the control environment and enhance overall risk management practices
• Analyze data impacting technical, operational, and business functions, providing insights into practical implications for the business line
• Provide guidance on control standards to ensure documentation and implementation align with regulatory and internal standards
• Participate in key risk program functions, including compliance risk assessments, Key Risk Indicator reviews, issue management, and operational loss analysis
• Coordinate review and challenge interactions with lines of business, supporting compliance testing and remediation efforts
• Contribute to cultivating a risk-aware culture by designing and implementing preventive and detective controls, especially related to Entertainment Banking activities
• Act as a liaison with internal audit, legal, and compliance teams, ensuring smooth communication and issue resolution
• Represent the Business Control Office in meetings, providing feedback, escalating decisions, and fostering stakeholder relationships
• Build and maintain effective internal and external relationships to facilitate collaboration and risk management initiatives
• Develop communication materials and presentations for senior management, ensuring clarity and impact
• Prioritize risk management objectives and participate in special projects and audit activities as needed
• Support enterprise-wide initiatives in credit underwriting and portfolio management, emphasizing control and risk mitigation

Requirements:

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree or equivalent is required
• At least five years of relevant experience in auditing, risk, control, or finance consulting within the financial sector
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of risk management methodologies, regulatory requirements, and control standards
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and time management skills
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of operating well under pressure
• Demonstrated ability to drive operational change and foster a risk-aware culture
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and PowerPoint
• Certifications such as CRM are highly desirable