Director of Risk Strategy

SouthState Bank

Director of Risk Strategy responsible for managing risk initiatives around AI and emerging technologies in financial services. Overseeing governance frameworks and developing risk strategies aligned with corporate objectives.

Posted 5/28/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for assisting in the development and execution of strategic risk initiatives.
Support risk strategies and frameworks around AI and other emerging technologies.
Maintain the Bank’s AI governance framework, including policies, standards, and controls.
Collaborate with business leaders, risk partners and the AI Transformation office on the development tools and processes.
Monitor trends to identify risks around emerging technologies and financial products and services.
Develop, implement and lead an enterprise wide scenario planning program around emerging risks.
Assist in the development of enterprise-wide risk strategies aligned with corporate strategic objectives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

4 year degree required, additional risk certifications preferred
Minimum Experience 12 years in risk management supporting financial institutions with experience leading Enterprise and Operational Risk disciplines
Risk based certification(s) or other training/credentials preferred.
Demonstrated ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and appropriately for executive, technical, and operational audiences.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to translate ambiguous issues into actionable plans.
Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills across all levels and functions.
Self-motivated and adaptable, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
Proven ability to influence decision-making and drive accountability across stakeholder groups.
Extensive working knowledge of the financial services industry, products, and services.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Experience with Bank regulatory agencies and bank regulations/guidance for risk management disciplines.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

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Soft Skills

communicationproblem-solvingcollaborationrelationship-buildingself-motivatedadaptabilityinfluenceaccountabilityability to manage prioritiesclear communication

Certifications

risk certificationrisk management training