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Risk Manager

AT Capital One
Capital One

Risk Manager

Richmond, VA

West Creek 3 (12073), United States of America, Richmond, Virginia

Risk Manager

Do you want to be part of an organization that's dedicated to helping Capital One identify, manage and effectively mitigate risk? Can you build relationships and employ innovative risk management solutions? As a Risk Manager at Capital One, you'll be responsible for working with business partners and various stakeholders to identify and mitigate potential risks. Risk Managers at Capital One are the front line of defense to ensure our Company remains stable and profitable.

The Risk Management (RM) Business Risk Office is seeking a highly motivated Risk Manager to apply their analytical, risk, communication, and project management skills to support Enterprise Risk Management (ERM). In this role, you will partner with executives and their teams to identify and monitor risks in an open, collaborative environment where new ideas and solutions are welcomed and rewarded. You will lead ERM through audit and regulatory engagements; facilitate periodic and change-driven risk assessments; and support issues and findings remediation. You will also be responsible for managing several horizontal Risk Office processes in alignment with the enterprise framework and related requirements. Risk Managers at Capital One are well-trained and progressive individuals that operate within a highly collaborative team environment to deliver value-added risk services across the organization.

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Key responsibilities:

  • Advise and consult with ERM to help develop and implement well-designed risk frameworks, processes, and supporting technologies to effectively mitigate risk
  • Manage internal audits and regulatory exams directed to and/or impacting ERM
  • Facilitate and lead risk assessments and related activities (Critical Business Process Identification, Process Level Assessments, Risk and Control Self-Assessments, Changed-Based Risk Assessments, etc), which include providing advice and challenge and driving influential outcomes
  • Manage, implement and deliver on key program deliverables and horizontal processes within assigned domain
  • Stay current on the changing regulatory environment impacting Enterprise Risk Management and leverage data and technology to proactively identify risks, trends and/or process improvements
  • Monitor issue remediation, tracking, and closure
  • Escalate and report critical issues and risks to the Risk Management Business Risk Office and ERM Leadership team

Here's what we are looking for in an ideal teammate:

  • You are a critical thinker who seeks to understand the business, its processes, risks and overall control environment
  • You adapt to change, embrace bold ideas, and are intellectually curious. You like to ask questions, seek understanding, and challenge conventional thinking.
  • You have a successful track record of thriving in a fast paced, entrepreneurial and dynamic environment
  • You create energy and an environment that fosters trust, collaboration, and belonging
  • You possess excellent written and oral communication skills

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree or military experience
  • At least 3 years of experience in Risk Management, Compliance or Audit
  • At least 3 years of experience supporting, partnering and interacting with internal business clients
  • At least 2 years of experience interacting with internal audit, federal regulators, or government agencies

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Masters Degree or MBA
  • 5+ years of experience in Risk Management, Compliance or Audit
  • 3+ years of process or Project Management or related experience leading cross functional projects and programs
  • Risk Management Certifications [Certified Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified Risk Management Professional (CRMP), Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM), Certified Financial Risk Manager (FRM)]

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.

No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship, immigration status, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City's Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.

If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com

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Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).

Client-provided location(s): Richmond, VA, USA; McLean, VA, USA
Job ID: capital-R196305
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Founder led

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