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Senior Risk Manager (Card) (Hybrid)

AT Capital One
Capital One

Senior Risk Manager (Card) (Hybrid)

Richmond, VA

West Creek 1 (12071), United States of America, Richmond, Virginia

Senior Risk Manager (Card) (Hybrid)

Do you like working in the spotlight? Are you ready to work on the front line of a top 10 Bank? Can you build relationships as well as develop and implement innovative risk management solutions at the forefront of Technology? As a Senior Risk Manager at Capital One you'll be responsible for working with business partners to identify and mitigate potential risks to Capital One within Core Billing capabilities and business processes. Risk Managers at Capital One are the front line of defense to ensure our Company remains stable and profitable. They lead, advise and innovate on top transformational initiatives across the businesses in the first line of defense.

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Senior Risk Managers at Capital One are highly motivated Risk Management professionals with excellent organizational and communication skills. They have a high level of exposure across lines of business and have the opportunity to work with Executives to create and implement innovative solutions to identify and mitigate potential risks to the Company.

Specifically, the Core Modernization and Horizontal Engineering business is leading a multi-year transformation of our core systems to a fully modernized tech stack - and sound risk management is critical to this journey. This Sr. Manager will be responsible for driving broad, complex Well Managed initiatives associated with processes, products, risks, requirements, controls and controls testing. As a key member of the Core Modernization Program, this role will collaborate with smart and passionate leaders to influence results that have a direct impact on the company's bottom line. This is a critical role with high visibility across the businesses we support, partner divisions, second and third lines of defense across the enterprise..

Responsibilities:

  • Design a risk management framework enabling line of sight and governance to both processes and platforms
  • Serve as a liaison, interfacing with business partners, Tech, and other assurance functions, such as legal, compliance to drive meaningful reductions in risk
  • Synthesize data and reporting; perform analysis and bring valuable business insights through evaluation of data provided by team analysts
  • Design, implement, and/or influence internal governance processes
  • Assess controls, and glean insights from issues and events in across business areas
  • Manage, implement and deliver on a key program deliverables

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

  • You are a critical thinker who seeks to understand the business, its processes, risks and control environment
  • You create energy and an environment that fosters trust, collaboration, and belonging.
  • 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
  • You do the right thing and lead by example. You have a passion for coaching and investing in the betterment of the team

Basic Qualifications:

  • High school diploma, GED or equivalent certification
  • At least 3 years of Risk Management Experience (Financial Services, Technology, Digital, Audit, Compliance)
  • At least 3 years of experience supporting, partnering and interacting with internal business clients

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree or Masters/MBA
  • 2+ years experience with major system conversions
  • 2+ years experience in risk/audit/consulting for modernized cloud based technology solutions
  • 3+ years of Project Management experience leading cross functional projects and programs in Risk
  • 5+ years of Risk Management experience (Financial Services, Payments, Technology, Digital, Audit, Compliance)
  • Professional certifications within risk management and/or assurance (Certified Risk Management Professional, Certified Internal Auditor).

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

This role is hybridmeaning associates typically spend about half their time (2-3 days per week) in-person at one of our offices listed on this job posting. Mondays and Fridays are enterprise- wide virtual work days. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdayare in-person days for associates to spend time together working in our beautifully-designed team areas.

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

Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.

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-R185201
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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