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Senior Manager, Data Management (ES Risk)

AT Capital One
Capital One

Senior Manager, Data Management (ES Risk)

Richmond, VA

Center 3 (19075), United States of America, McLean, Virginia

Senior Manager, Data Management (ES Risk)

Risk Managers at Capital One are highly motivated risk and process management professionals with excellent analytical, organizational, risk management, project management, and communication skills. These skills allow us to gain insights, and act as a change agent to influence our business partners. The successful candidate will have knowledge of process management strategies, risk methodologies and ability to build relationships with business and risk partners. The ability to think from a 'customer back' perspective is also critical.

As a Senior Risk Manager in the Enterprise Services Risk Office, we are the first line of defense to help ensure our Company remains well-managed and avoid unnecessary risk. In this position, you will play a key role in enhancing our data management processes for Enterprise data management platforms and tools across Capital One. As the risk team for Enterprise Data, we are on the cutting edge of risk management and provide support for our critical business strategies. Capital One has taken a bold journey to build a technology company, while operating in a complex, highly regulated business.

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The successful candidate will have knowledge of process management strategies, risk methodologies and ability to build relationships with business and risk partners. The ability to think from a 'customer back' perspective is also critical. Leaders in risk management at Capital One are highly motivated professionals with excellent organizational, leadership and communication skills. They have a high level of exposure across lines of business and the opportunity to work with Executives to create and implement innovative solutions to identify and mitigate potential risks to Capital One.

Specific responsibilities of the Senior Risk Manager include and are not limited to:

  • Develop and implement processes to provide independent analysis and effective plans to mitigate risk related to the company's data management practices.
  • Ensure effective governance by identifying, framing, and presenting risk topics to be discussed by senior management in enterprise risk forums.
  • Advise and consult on the development and management of data related policies, standards and procedures.
  • Stay current on emerging risk and potential implications to the company as related to accountable domain(s).
  • Collaborate effectively with colleagues, stakeholders, and leaders across multiple organizations to achieve strategic objectives.
  • Coordinate program-related activities and deliverables to ensure effective collaboration within the team and across stakeholder groups.
  • Lead a team providing risk consulting to multiple Business Areas and is a thought leader in providing guidance to implementing risk management practices.
  • Analyzes data and influences others to proactively identify risks and trends.
  • Balances multiple priorities to help drive business value and support team objectives, while managing tasks and activities related to risk management initiatives.

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

  • You are a critical thinker who seeks to understand the business and its control environment.
  • You possess a relentless focus on quality and timeliness.
  • You adapt to change, embrace bold ideas, and are intellectually curious. You like to ask questions, test assumptions, and challenge conventional thinking.
  • You develop influential relationships based upon shared risk objectives and trust to deliver outstanding business impact.
  • You're a teacher. You do the right thing and lead by example. You have a passion for coaching and investing in the betterment of your team. You lead through change with candor and optimism.
  • You create energy and an environment that fosters trust, collaboration, and belonging, making it easy to attract, hire, and retain top talent.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree or Military Experience
  • At least 6 years of risk management or corporate strategy experience
  • At least 6 years of communications or program management experience
  • At least 6 years of experience supporting, partnering and interacting with internal business clients

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's Degree in Business or Risk Management
  • 7+ years of experience in Data Management, Data Governance or Data Privacy, or a combination
  • Demonstrates ability to drive results and communicate with all level stakeholders
  • 7+ years of experience in risk, or compliance, or audit
  • 7+ years of experience working with internal business clients
  • 5+ years of experience in Banking or in the financial services industry
  • 5+ years of leading highly cross-functional programs
  • Relevant professional certification

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.

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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-R200204
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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