Risk Mgmt Analyst I

We are seeking a Risk Management Analyst to join our Farm Credit family! This position primarily supports the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework while establishing and executing risk mitigation strategies. The Risk Management Analyst utilizes data analytics to support the ERM framework for the association.  They are responsible for aiding in delivering an integrated picture of risk across the enterprise, developing alternative risk transfer strategies, and the identification of current and emerging key risks.

Responsibilities:
Risk Portfolio Analysis: Assist in monitoring reporting on portfolio profitability, credit risk, asset quality, industry and other identified risks.  Assists in monitoring concentration risk limits consistent with the association’s risk appetite, providing for prudent risk/reward tradeoffs while minimizing downside earnings volatility.
Enterprise Risk Management: Assist in the completion of the association’s ERM framework by identifying and monitoring risk thresholds for the organization’s key risks. Stays abreast of key risks in the financial industry and the Farm Credit system, specifically
Model Risk Management: Assists in the completion of the association’s model risk management program.  Develops testing approaches to best serve the association.
Affiliation Risk Management: Manages the association’s affiliation risk. Identifies, monitors, and establishes risk thresholds for the association’s key affiliations and concentrations. Completes robust reporting around the affiliation risk program.

• Requirements:
•     Education and/or experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Agriculture Economics, Finance or related corporate field required.
•     5 years related to risk or finance experience preferred.
•     Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of management, staff, and board of directors.
•     Ability to be assertive and decisive in arriving at sound business decisions which best serve the best interest of the borrower and the association.
•     Ability to travel within travel for training, conferences, or projects as needed.
•     Ability to work independently and as a team member under minimal supervision.
•     Excellent computer skills.
•     Focus on problem solving skills with solutions-driven results.
•     Current awareness of the Farm Credit Association products, services, policies and procedures.
• Other Details:
• AgSouth is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Why AgSouth?
When you work here, you have an opportunity to make a difference for agriculture and rural communities. Part of the national Farm Credit System, we are an agricultural lending cooperative that provides loans for land, production agriculture, farm equipment, crop insurance, leasing, and home mortgages. Our $5 billion portfolio of customers and strong presence in local communities across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia allow us to effectively serve our member-borrowers as the largest agricultural lender in the southeast.

At AgSouth, we value our employees and provide them room to grow both personally and professionally. If you’re looking for more than just a job, consider joining the AgSouth family!

What can we offer you?
•    Competitive pay, with paid vacation, holidays and sick leave, as well as paid time off for volunteering
•    Corporate incentive plan with spot bonuses for top-notch work
•    Medical, dental and vision insurance, as well as life and disability insurance
•    Flexible spending and health savings accounts
•    Generous 401(k) matching contributions, as well as additional employer contributions
•    Reimbursement for approved higher education pursuits
•    A wellness program for employees, which includes resources for a healthier lifestyle
•    Corporate learning programs for professional development
•    Other perks, such as employee discounts on select cell phone providers, computers, etc.
 

About Us

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical condition), religion, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at AGSHR@agsouthfc.com or by phone at (912) 764-9091 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Why Agsouth?

When you work here, you have an opportunity to make a difference for agriculture and rural communities. Part of the national Farm Credit System, we are an agricultural lending cooperative that provides loans for land, production agriculture, farm equipment, crop insurance, leasing, and home mortgages. Our $4 billion portfolio of customers and strong presence in local communities across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia allow us to effectively serve our member-borrowers as the largest agricultural lender in the southeast.

At AgSouth, we value our employees and provide them room to grow both personally and professionally. If you’re looking for more than just a job, consider joining the AgSouth family!

What can we offer you?

• Competitive pay, with paid vacation, holidays and sick leave, as well as paid time off for volunteering.
• Corporate incentive plan with spot bonuses for top-notch work.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance, as well as life and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Generous 401(k) matching contributions, as well as additional employer contributions.
• Reimbursement for approved higher education pursuits.
• A wellness program for employees, which includes resources for a healthier lifestyle.
• Corporate learning programs for professional development.
• Other perks, such as employee discounts on select cell phone providers, computers, etc.