Segment Risk Manager - Issuing Sponsorship

Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough due diligence before establishing new Commercial Card Issuing and sponsorship relationships, ensuring partnerships align with Huntington’s values and risk standards.
• Act as the central coordinator for due diligence efforts across support units, fostering collaboration and transparency.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive ongoing monitoring program for Commercial Card Issuing and sponsorship activities.
• Review operational controls, compliance reports, and audit findings to ensure adherence to Huntington standards and regulatory expectations.
• Monitor portfolio performance, transaction trends, and concentrations to identify emerging risks.
• Serve as the primary subject matter expert for Commercial Card Issuing and sponsorship partners, ensuring compliance with regulations and Huntington’s commitment to integrity.
• Maintain expertise in Commercial Card compliance and related regulatory areas.
• Act as the main contact for Regulatory, Internal Audit, and Compliance examinations related to third-party programs.
• Ensure compliance with Card Brand and Network rules, regulatory requirements, and Huntington’s enterprise risk framework.
• Establish and execute a continuous monitoring program to proactively identify and address risks.
• Review compliance reports, audit findings, and training completion rates to confirm adherence to standards and Huntington’s risk appetite.
• Evaluate portfolio performance and trends, identifying anomalies and recommending corrective actions that protect clients and the bank.
• Prepare and deliver risk dashboards, scorecards, and quarterly updates to leadership and risk committees.
• Analyze complaint trends, audit results, and monitoring outcomes to identify patterns and recommend process improvements.
• Develop and implement audit testing procedures, ensuring clear documentation and actionable findings.
• Lead investigations and root cause analysis for identified deficiencies, collaborating with stakeholders to implement effective solutions.
• Review third-party complaints for patterns and opportunities to enhance processes, reinforcing Huntington’s commitment to client advocacy.
• Participate in regular discussions on new products, regulatory changes, and risk mitigation strategies that align with Huntington’s purpose.
• Manage and mentor risk colleagues, fostering growth and engagement in a culture that values doing the right thing.
• Promote accountability and continuous improvement across the team.
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support Huntington’s mission and segment objectives.
  
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in risk management, preferably in the banking or payments industry.
• Knowledge of payments processing, payment networks, and relevant regulatory frameworks.
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of payments processing, payment networks, and relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Strong leadership and relationship management skills including the ability to lead up and across the organization
• Holds self and others accountable for meeting commitments by setting and clearly communicating expectations and roles and responsibilities relative to operational risk within Enterprise Payments
• Superior organization, project management and analytical skills and attention to detail
• High-level of commitment to quality work product and organizational ethics, integrity and compliance
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate, both written and verbal
• Ability to deal with ambiguity, multi-task and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated decision making and problem-solving skills to build shared agenda and drive results through collaboration
• Ability to build a team, appropriately delegate and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite
• Certifications such as Certified Risk Manager (CRM), Certified Risk Professional (CRP), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
  
  
  

Exempt Status: (Yes = not eligible for overtime pay) (No = eligible for overtime pay)

Yes

Applications Accepted Through

01/30/2026

Huntington expects to accept applications through at least the date above, and may continue to accept applications until the position is filled.

Workplace Type

Office

Our Approach to Office Workplace Type

Certain positions outside our branch network may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement. We’re combining the best of both worlds: in-office and work from home. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. Remote roles will also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for moments that matter. Specific work arrangements will be provided by the hiring team.

Compensation Range

70,000.00 - 140,000.00 USD Annual

The compensation range represents the low and high end of the base compensation range for this position. Actual compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance.  Colleagues in this position are also eligible to participate in an applicable incentive compensation plan.  In addition, Huntington provides a variety of benefits to colleagues, including health insurance coverage, wellness program, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plan, paid leave programs, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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