As a Senior Director leading Risk Management for Business Cards & Payments, you will apply your leadership and analytical skills to our highest profile Risk Management efforts. You will act as a thought leader working across the business to develop and implement cutting edge Risk solutions to ensure Capital One’s continued success. Senior Directors in Capital One’s Card Risk organization partner with Executives, Line of Business, Compliance and Legal associates to develop and implement well-managed risk practices in an open, collaborative environment.

Senior Risk Directors at Capital One are highly motivated risk and process management professionals with excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. These skills allow the Senior Director to gain insights and act as a change agent to influence their business partners. As Capital One evolves to meet the ever-changing technology landscape, so do our risk managers. Being successful includes operating from a foundation of knowledge about the Line of Business with whom they are working, laws, regulations, processes and associated controls, and sound risk management practices. They are forward thinking, quick to adapt, and technologically adept.

Responsibilities:

• Utilize data management metrics and insights to influence senior business leaders in a compelling, action-oriented manner

• Apply understanding of data governance processes and controls to proactively mitigate risks

• Provide strategic program leadership and drive program alignment in a matrixed, highly complex regulated environment

• Spearhead large scale Risk Management Program Management/Governance

• Design, develop, and manage risk management-focused project plans in a complex dynamic environment, revising needs to meet changing requirements

• Ensure projects are being delivered on time and on budget within a challenging environment while simultaneously managing risk

• Communicate program requirements across the organization, to both internal and external stakeholders as needed

• Partner cross-functionally with project customers to provide strategic and tactical thought partnership to effectively drive project delivery

• Report out on program status, risks, issues and decisions to a wide variety of constituents across the company; flags critical risks and/or concerns to Risk Management and Business Leadership

• Lead critical assessments on risk categories to mitigate risk to the company

• Build relationships and collaborating with key stakeholders to ensure delivery of commitments

• Consult strategically with Accountable Executives and partner teams

• Problem-solve with cross-functional teams and partners on an array of issues and opportunities

• Design and drive a transformation vision for your organization

• Identify opportunities for continued improvement in the business

• Partner proactively with partners9 teams, internal business teams, other risk office groups to help document and improve policies, processes, controls, and procedures

• Assist the business in management of audits and regulatory exams

The person will:

• Exhibit outstanding influencing skills to effectively drive projects and program efforts

• Demonstrate a proven track record of excellent project management in a highly regulated environment, bringing the ability to quickly put structure in place to manage work in a dynamic complex environment

• Display a passion for coaching and developing others through their leadership style and presence, whether as direct reports, extended team members or third party resources

• Have excellent communication and partnership skills which are essential for interacting and communicating with key stakeholders at all levels across the company, as well as external stakeholders and regulatory agencies, to manage, inform and influence outcomes

Qualities of a Successful Candidate:

Sr Directors in this space are highly motivated professionals with excellent leadership, problem solving, communication and influence skills. They are experienced in operating in a highly dynamic environment and can balance the needs of multiple stakeholder groups. They have the ability to work with executives to create innovative solutions, and can think strategically, while executing on operational requirements. Additionally the ideal candidate will be:

• Inquisitive and Analytical - You ask why, explore possibilities, and bring your unique perspective to the table. You are comfortable with ambiguity and make it your business to master the data and signals to drive innovative solutions that are grounded in evidence.

• Discerning and Deliberative - You are careful and methodical, navigate uncertainty and risks expertly, and have a knack for steering the team away from impulsive or ill-informed decisions.

• Action-Oriented and Results-Driven - You have a desire to take action, try new things, and sometimes fail. Roadblocks won9t set you back, because you9ll stay focused on your goals. You9re organized, are up for juggling multiple deliverables, and prioritize your work while keeping the customer at the forefront of everything you do.

• Up for a Challenge and Fungible - Big, undefined, unfamiliar, and complex problems will be exciting for you as you work to identify well-rounded solutions. You have an insatiable appetite for learning, and are constantly seeking out new challenges.

• Passionate and Customer-Focused - You are customer obsessed. You make it your business to understand their needs and their goals and are not satisfied with anything less than an exceptional customer experience.

• Communicative and Influential - You communicate complex ideas concisely and convincingly. You adjust your communication to your audience and are comfortable with presenting to executive leadership.

• Collaborative and Team-Oriented - You value diverse perspectives and seek insights from others. You bring energy to the group and rally them around a common goal.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor9s degree or military experience

• At least 8 years of experience in Risk Management, Project Management, Operations, Compliance, or Process Management

• At least 8 years of people leadership experience

• At least 7 years of program management experience

• At least 7 years of experience supporting, partnering or interacting with internal business clients

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master9s Degree or Juris Doctor

• 10+ years of experience in Risk Management, Project Management, Operations, Compliance, or Process Management

• 10+ years of program management experience

• 10+ years of people management experience

• 5+ years of experience leading cross functional programs and projects in risk

• Project Management Professional (PMP), Lean, Agile or Six Sigma certification

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.

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 candidate9s offer letter.

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.