Capital One Financial Corporation

Senior Risk Manager

Capital One Financial Corporation$177K — $202K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree or Military experience
  • 3+ years of risk management experience
  • 5+ years of project management experience
  • 4+ years of risk management preferred
  • 6+ years leading cross-functional projects in risk preferred
  • PMP Certification or Master’s Certificate of Project Management preferred
  • Ability to manage expectations and lead teams.

Responsibilities

  • Advise users on change-based risk assessment program usage
  • Solve complex stakeholder problems during governance activities
  • Monitor communication channels and respond to user needs
  • Host check-ins with stakeholders to discuss metrics and initiatives
  • Identify issues and partner for enhancements
  • Provide metrics and commentary for ERM reports
  • Ensure completion of Post Implementation Reviews.
  • Maintain documentation of risk challenge activities.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Inclusive workplace support
  • Performance-based incentive compensation opportunities
  • Long-term incentives eligibility
Full Job Description
Senior Risk Manager

As a senior leader in Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), you will join a critical second-line-of-defense function responsible for defining the bank’s risk management architecture. This role is at the heart of our Change Governance Program, positioned to take a critical role as we modernize our processes to be more nimble and effective while maintaining a robust risk posture.

As a Senior Risk Manager in Capital One’s Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) department you will apply your project management and analytical skills to our highest profile Risk Management projects. You will lead a team of Risk Specialists responsible for working across the enterprise to develop and implement cutting edge Risk solutions to ensure Capital One’s continued stability and success. Senior Risk Managers partner with Executives and their teams to identify potential Risks in an open, collaborative environment where new ideas and solutions are both welcomed and rewarded.

Senior Risk Managers at Capital One are highly motivated Risk Management professionals with excellent project management 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 the Company.

Responsibilities:

  • Advise and guide users on appropriate usage of our change-based risk assessment program (e.g., LAUNCH), including methodology adherence and best practices and processing administrative actions and user exceptions

  • Solve our stakeholders most complex problems during critical change governance activities

  • Monitor Slack channel and host office hours; respond to user needs

  • Host frequent check-ins with key stakeholders and from each line of business (LOB) to discuss metrics, QA findings, and strategic initiatives

  • Identify bugs and blockers, partnering with methodology owners on fixes and enhancements

  • Provide LOB specific metrics and commentary for various ERM reporting needs (e.g., ROCs)

  • Ensure completion of Post Implementation Reviews for each LOB

  • Maintain documentation of ERM effective challenge and escalation activities

Agentic AI Oversight:

  • Perform effective challenge by reviewing AI-processed initiatives to ensure appropriate risk classification

  • Evaluate AI agent inputs and risk logic for accuracy in identifying risks and mitigations

  • Establish and manage enterprise controls to ensure the AI agent operates strictly within LAUNCH methodology

  • Monitor AI agent effectiveness using quantitative and qualitative metrics, logging inadequacies as observations, and tracking remediation progress

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelors Degree or Military experience

  • At least 3 years of risk management experience

  • At least 5 years of project management experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 4+ years of risk management experience

  • 6+ years of project management experience leading cross functional projects and programs in risk

  • PMP Certification or Masters Certificate of Project Management (CPM)

  • Ability to set direction, manage expectations and lead cross-functional teams

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

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

McLean, VA: $177,700 - $202,800 for Sr. Risk Manager


Richmond, VA: $161,500 - $184,300 for Sr. Risk Manager


Riverwoods, IL: $161,500 - $184,300 for Sr. Risk Manager









Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidates offer letter.

This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at theCapital 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.

About Capital One Financial Corporation

Chevy Chase Bank is the greater Washington region's largest locally-owned banking institution providing a complete array of financial products and services to consumers and businesses in Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia. The Bank, which is headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, has approximately 250 branches and over 1,000 ATMs, more than anyone else in the greater Washington market. Chevy Chase Bank currently has over $16 billion in assets and services over 1 million customers. For more information about Chevy Chase Bank, please visit chevychasebank.com.

Capital One Financial Corporation Careers

Join the vibrant team at Capital One Financial Corporation, a leader in the financial services industry, where innovation meets purpose-driven leadership. As one of the most forward-thinking companies in banking, Capital One is the perfect place to jumpstart or advance your career with a myriad of job opportunities in various fields.

Work You’ll Do

At Capital One, we are committed to excellence and setting our team members up for success. By joining our dynamic team, you will engage in meaningful work that makes a real difference. From developing cutting-edge technology to crafting personalized financial solutions, every position at Capital One is geared towards redefining the future of banking.

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Capital One is not just a company; it's a hub of innovation and leadership. We empower our professionals to lead with their ideas and see them come to life. Our culture thrives on diversity and the unique perspectives each team member brings. Here, your skills in networking, problem-solving, and leadership will not only be valued but also nurtured through professional development and diversity training.

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Capital One is deeply invested in the growth and development of its employees. With robust training programs, mentorship, and resources for professional enhancement, we ensure that your career trajectory aligns with your personal and professional goals. Whether it’s rising through the ranks or switching tracks via internal job opportunities, your growth is our priority.

Internship and Employment Opportunities

For those starting their journey, Capital One offers enriching internship programs that provide a glimpse into the culture and work ethic that drives our success. Interns gain hands-on experience, valuable insights, and the opportunity to network with leaders across the company. For seasoned professionals, we offer positions that challenge your expertise while encouraging balance and innovation.

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Learn more about Capital One Financial Corporation
Size
51,500 employees
Market Cap
$34.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.7 billion
Founded
1994
5 Year Trend
+2.4%
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