Western Alliance Bancorporation

Senior Manager, Operations & Governance - Digital Assets

Western Alliance Bancorporation$100K — $130K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in Finance or related field
  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's or MBA preferred
  • Previous leadership experience necessary
  • In-depth understanding of banking operations and compliance regulations
  • Expertise in blockchain technology and digital assets
  • Strong project management skills with experience in technology projects
  • Advanced communication skills, both spoken and written
  • Certifications in blockchain and fintech preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Manage policies and procedures for compliance with banking regulations
  • Advise and coordinate with internal teams on governance and compliance
  • Serve as a subject matter expert for risk management and change processes
  • Formulate management and Board reports, overseeing data collection
  • Lead and develop a team of portfolio managers through coaching and training

Benefits

  • Ownership stake in the company
  • Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
  • Competitive 401k matching program
  • Tuition assistance for further education
  • Employee volunteer and wellness programs
  • Opportunity for hands-on experience in business and finance management
Full Job Description
Job Title:
Senior Manager, Operations & Governance - Digital Assets

Location:
CityScape

What you'll do:
As a Senior Manager - Operations and Governance, you'll assist in the development and implementation of the overall strategy for the Digital Asset Banking National Business Line (NBL). This includes enhanced risk management, policy governance, operations, and change management oversight processes. You'll ensure all NBL policies, procedures, and processes are documented and updated according to regulatory and internal standards. In this role, you'll collaborate with the Bank's business units, operational and administrative departments, and bank regulators to review and apply regulatory guidance and regulations across various NBL functions.
  • Manage all policies, procedures, and processes to ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and frameworks for financial services institutions. Monitor and assess program governance and compliance initiatives, ensuring effective first line of defense, Enterprise Risk Management, and other governance controls for the NBL.
  • Advise and coordinate with Legal, Compliance, Operations, Risk, and other internal partners to facilitate program governance, risk, and compliance activities. Provide clear, pragmatic support and guidance regarding the interpretation and adoption of regulatory requirement changes. Advise NBL's senior and executive management on the impact of regulatory changes and recommend strategies.
  • Serve as a point of contact and subject matter expert for risk management, change management, and governance for NBL processes, new credit products, and new business lines. Formulate management and Board reports, responses, and remediation plans, supervising the data collection and validation process.
  • Lead and develop a team of portfolio managers, responsible for hiring, coaching, performance management, training, and development.


What you'll need:
  • 8+ years of related experience in Finance, Finance (GL Mgmt., Public Reporting, Analysis) or similar field.
  • Bachelor's degree in related field required; Masters or MBA in related field preferred.
  • Previous leadership experience required.
  • Advanced knowledge of general banking operations, including deposit operations, loan administration, treasury management and/or other commercial banking products and services.
  • Advanced knowledge of applicable regulatory and legal compliance obligations, rules and regulations, industry standards and practices. Strong knowledge and familiarity with the regulatory environment for blockchain and digital assets.
  • Advanced knowledge of blockchain technology, digital assets, cryptocurrencies, and application in the financial industry.
  • Advanced proficient in project management and experience in leading and managing complex projects, particularly those involving technology and digital transformation.
  • Advanced speaking and writing communication skills.
  • Certified Blockchain Professional (CBP), Certified Enterprise Blockchain Professional (CEBP) and/or Certified Fintech Expert (CFTE) preferred.


Benefits you'll love:
We offer all the important things you'd want - like competitive salaries, an ownership stake in the company, medical and dental insurance, time off, a great 401k matching program, tuition assistance program, an employee volunteer program, and a wellness program. In addition, you'll have the opportunity to bolster your business knowledge, learning the ins and outs of how successful companies operate and manage their finances, giving you invaluable hands-on experience to help grow your career!

About Western Alliance Bancorporation

Western Alliance Bancorporation is a bank holding company that provides a range of banking and related services to businesses and individuals. The company was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona. Western Alliance Bancorporation operates through its subsidiary banks, which include Western Alliance Bank, Bank of Nevada, and Bridge Bank. The company offers a variety of products and services, including commercial and industrial loans, real estate loans, treasury management, and wealth management. Western Alliance Bancorporation is committed to providing exceptional customer service and has received numerous awards and recognitions for its performance and growth.
Learn more about Western Alliance Bancorporation
Size
3,139 employees
Market Cap
$6.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$506.6 million
5 Year Trend
+18.8%
NASDAQ

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