Director, First Line Risk – Program Management

Job description

Citizens currently has an opening for the Director of First Line Risk – Program Management within Citizens Wealth Management. This key leadership role represents the First Line of Defense Risk Management function and is responsible for driving the development, execution, and ongoing oversight of risk‑based programs and initiatives that support the Wealth Management business. This role partners closely with Wealth business leaders, Operations, Technology, Compliance, Legal, and Independent Risk Management to ensure risk programs are designed, executed, and sustained in alignment with enterprise risk management expectations and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities: - Lead the First Line Risk Program Management framework for Citizens Wealth Management, supporting enterprise and business‑specific risk initiatives. - Drive execution of complex, cross‑functional risk programs and strategic initiatives, ensuring clear ownership, governance, and accountability. - Maintain effective oversight and continuous improvement of program monitoring, risk dashboards, reporting, and issue tracking across Wealth Management. - Partner with business leadership to translate risk strategy, regulatory...