ERM Risk Advisor – Risk Identification Program Leader

ERM Risk Advisor – Risk Identification Program Leader

First Horizon Bank

Location: On site in Memphis, TN;
Raleigh, NC;
Jonesboro, AR.

First Horizon is seeking an ERM Risk Advisor – Risk Identification Program Leader to join the Enterprise Risk Management team. The Leader is responsible for developing, implementing, and continually improving First Horizon Bank’s risk identification framework. They will lead efforts to proactively identify current and emerging risks across all business lines and functions, ensuring comprehensive visibility and early warning for potential vulnerabilities.

The role cultivates robust relationships with associates at all levels, championing risk awareness and fostering a consistent, enterprise‑wide risk culture. They collaborate closely with executive leadership, business units, compliance, and audit to systematically identify, assess, and communicate risks affecting associates, clients, and the Company as a whole.

• Design, manage, and optimize the bank’s risk identification program, ensuring alignment with the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework and regulatory requirements.
• Lead cross‑functional collaboration with business unit leaders, risk owners, and associates to facilitate the ongoing identification of current and emerging risks.
• Develop and deploy risk identification methodologies, tools, and training to ensure consistent enterprise‑wide risk capture and reporting.
• Conduct risk workshops to surface current and emerging risks.
• Regularly review and update risk identification processes to reflect changes in business strategy, regulatory expectations, or the operating environment.
• Provide subject‑matter expertise and guidance to associates on risk identification best practices.
• Maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and consulting partners to advance the risk identification program and support top company priorities.
• Support regulatory examinations and internal audits related to risk identification as needed.

• Bachelor (4‑year college) degree and 8‑10 years in risk management, audit, compliance, or similar roles within the financial services industry.
• Skilled in building strong partnerships through effective collaboration, relationship management, and communications.
• Demonstrated knowledge of enterprise risk management frameworks, risk assessment tools, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to translate complex risk concepts for associates and executive leadership.
• Proven critical thinking and analytical skills, including strong decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• High level of initiative and accountability.
• Strong organizational, multi‑tasking, and prioritizing skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills.

• Experience facilitating risk identification workshops.

• Medical with wellness incentives, dental, and vision.
• HSA with company match.
• Maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Mentor program.
• 401(k) with 6% match.
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