Business Execution Vice President OR Director - Charlotte, NC

Zions Bancorporation 

Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NYSE: ZION) is a premier financial services company with ~$100B in assets operating through 8 brands in Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming.  With a leading market share in small and middle-market banking, the Bank’s 500+ client managers and 200+ wealth advisors have vigorous client development strategies that feed into Zions Capital Markets.  

Zions Capital Markets 

Zions Capital Markets provides targeted, client-driven financing and advisory solutions to help companies across our markets raise capital efficiently and execute strategic transactions effectively.  Our approach is simple – to help clients we know connect and tell their story to investors we know well. 

Zions Capital Markets brings “bulge bracket” solutions to the business customers of our local affiliates, as the platform is continually expanding our product capabilities to meet the evolving needs of our client base. The platform currently has teams of experienced professionals operating from offices in Salt Lake City, Houston, Los Angeles, Charlotte, Dallas, Ft. Lauderdale, and Orange County. 

Overall General Job Function

We are looking for a Business Execution Vice President OR Director to collaborate, lead and partner with Zions Capital Markets (“ZCM”) Leadership and senior managers to establish business priorities, influence and drive initiatives, and represent ZCM on numerous work streams/initiatives/requests, some of which may be initiated outside of ZCM.  This role requires a collaborative individual capable of initiating action and managing change in a fast-paced environment and strong relationship management, influencing, vision and execution skills. The role requires a sense of urgency, passion for results, and personal accountability for achievement. They will also have a demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong credible relationships with key stakeholders of all seniority levels across the enterprise.

Essential Functions

• Deliver various programs, initiatives, and requests across the Capital Markets division to improve operating performance (efficiency and effectiveness), mitigate risks, and grow our platform. Partner with Senior Capital Market’s leaders, managers, and key internal constituents, including Risk Management (Market Risk, Compliance, Counterparty Risk, Operational Risk, etc.), Technology, Enterprise Project Management Office, Legal, Finance, Audit, and all other internal partners to accomplish these responsibilities. Ensure thoughtful and robust change management routines in place prior to execution.
• Research complex business, operational, risk, and strategic initiatives that require analytical skills, organizational strategy, and understanding of capital markets products/services, including applicable regulations, laws, and industry best practices to yield specific recommendations or remediations. Present recommendations to support growth opportunities, infrastructure & risk management enhancements, and operational efficiency & effectiveness.
• Assist in the annual strategic planning process, partnering with ZCM Leaders and Managers to document key projects, initiatives, growth plans, and efficiency efforts.
• Ensure processes, controls, and work products are fully compliant with all applicable regulations, rules, and internal policies. Create or assist with the creation of internal ZCM procedures, processes, and/or controls and any related documentation and review/approval processes.
• Draft or assist in the drafting of internal and external presentation and or communication materials. These could take the form of portfolio/initiative updates, committee submissions/presentations, key constituent reviews/inquiries (including Internal Audit), team meetings, and regulatory requests/examinations.
• Partner with key vendors/service providers, ensuring that the ZCM business realizes their maximum potential. Ensure service levels are maintained and appropriate risk management measures are established and thoughtfully managed.
• Manage allocation of people and financial resources to ensure activities are well managed and optimized.
• Ad hoc tasks, special projects, and other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Capital Markets COO function a plus
• Significant knowledge of capital markets products, services, and markets including sales & trading, banking, advisory, etc.
• Significant knowledge of Capital Markets Industry norms, best practices, etc.
• Significant knowledge of change management, process improvement, product development and project delivery methodologies, including Agile
• Significant experience working with internal teams to prepare materials for review and approval by senior management and/or committee(s)
• Knowledge and understanding of strategic planning and execution
• Ability to influence, partner, and negotiate with senior leaders to gain commitment to accomplish business goals across the Capital Markets organization
• Knowledge and understanding of process/control design, modeling, and development
• Ability to identify risk factors and ensure enactment of appropriate controls
• Experience in understanding and interpreting regulations and internal policies to assessing the adequacy of new/modified policies, procedures and processes, and controls.
• Significant knowledge of applicable capital markets regulations (OCC, FINRA, MSRB, CFTC, etc.)
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and communication (both verbal and written) skills
• High level of focus on work quality and attention to detail
• Self-directed, highly motivated, and able to work independently
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Expert spreadsheet and presentation developer.
• Ability to perform under pressure and tight deadlines
• Ability to learn and apply complex concepts quickly
• Strong organizational skills with demonstrated track record of meeting deadlines and effective time management
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and track details
• Significant experience implementing capital markets technology projects
• Significant experience and domain knowledge of Capital Markets Technology, Risk Management (Market Risk, Counterparty Risk, Operational Risk, Compliance, Model Risk, etc.), Legal, Finance, Project Management Office, and Model Development departments and activities.
• Experience with one or more risk programs highly desirable: Market Risk, Counterparty Risk, Operational Risk, Compliance, Strategic Risk, Business Continuity Planning, Business Process Management, Issues Management, Regulatory Relations, Records Management, Third Party Risk/Sourcing, Risk & Control Self Assessments, Model Development & Validation, and Non-Model Governance
• MBA, CFA, FRM, PRM, and/or PMP a plus.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance – START DAY ONE!
• Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Paternal Leave, and Adoption Assistance
• Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA), and dependent care accounts
• Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO), and 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing, competitive compensation in line with work experience
• Mental health benefits, including coaching and therapy sessions
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees
• Employee Ambassador preferred banking products