Risk Strategy & CRO Office Senior Manager II

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BBVA is a global company with more than 160 years of history that operates in more than 25 countries where we serve more than 80 million customers. We are more than 121000 professionals working in multidisciplinary teams with profiles as diverse as financiers legal experts data scientists developers engineers and designers.

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Global Risk Management (GRM) is dedicated to contributing to the Groups responsible growth and recurring value creation by implementing a holistic and forward-looking approach to manage all financial risks. Our approach supports profitable growth by embedding a Radical Client Perspective in everything we do driving risk transformation through an AI-first mindset integrated into our day-to-day and promoting the Groups risk culture with the best team.

You will join the Risk Strategy & CRO Office team which has two primary objectives:

• Defining and implementing the GRM Strategic Plan adapting it to market dynamics regulatory shifts and internal priorities

• Supporting the Group CRO by providing strategic insights and facilitating decision-making in key forums committees and supervisory engagements while adopting the use of AI

About the job:

You will work in a highly dynamic and visible function collaborating across multiple teams within GRM and across the BBVA Group. The role requires a high degree of ownership and seniority to manage shifting priorities during key reporting cycles and regulatory engagements. Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the CRO Office: prepare executive-level analyses reports and presentations for the Group CROs participation in key forums including risk committees supervisory meetings and strategic discussions

• Shaping GRM strategy: contribute to the definition and evolution of the GRM Strategic Plan ensuring it aligns with BBVAs corporate strategy regulatory developments and industry trends

• Driving cross-functional collaboration: Coordinating with teams across GRM and BBVAs broader organization to foster alignment and innovation in risk management

Who Were Looking For

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Mathematics Engineering Economics Business Administration or a related field

• 7 years of experience in risk management corporate strategy or financial transformation within a top-tier financial institution or global organization

• Strong track record in working in multi-disciplinary teams and high-level strategic initiatives

• Experience in risk frameworks regulatory developments and digital transformation is highly valued

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strategic mindset: Ability to define structure and execute risk strategies with a long-term vision

• Analytical excellence: Strong data-driven approach translating complex information into actionable insights

• Project management: Ability to manage complex projects competing deadlines and cross-functional collaboration

• Communication & stakeholder engagement: strong written and verbal skills with the ability to engage with senior leaders

• Fluency in English (C1 level) and Spanish is required

• Experience leveraging AI tools (e.g. Chat GPT Gemini Claude) with the ability to translate them into initiatives that enhance risk management decision-making and operational efficiency

• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Sheets Docs and Slides) or equivalent tools (Excel Word and PowerPoint): ability to create impactful presentations analytical reports and strategic documents for senior leadership and regulatory bodies

• Teamwork & innovation: Ability to coordinate and communicate across multinational teams working proactively and autonomously while embracing flexibility and innovation

What We Offer

• A strategic position within BBVAs Global Risk Management function directly contributing to the areas strategy and its alignment with the Groups goals

• A collaborative dynamic environment that values strategic innovation and cross-functional teamwork with exposure to senior leadership

• Professional growth and career development opportunities within a leading global financial institution

Legal Requirements

• Applicants should meet all legal and regulatory requirements for the position and be willing to undergo relevant background checks if required.

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