SVP, Core Payments Risk & Strategy

Mastercard Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Mastercard is seeking a SVP, Core Payments Risk Management to lead risk governance, oversight and strategic risk initiatives for the Core Payments business. The role requires executive leadership and robust collaboration with regulators, customers, and governance bodies.

You will drive risk identification, prioritization and mitigation across operational, technology and credit domains, while ensuring alignment with risk appetite and enterprise standards.

Qualifications

• Senior-level leadership experience within a complex organization.
• Proven ability to manage, develop and retain high-performing risk teams.
• Excellent communication and ability to influence senior stakeholders in a matrixed environment.
• Strong understanding of enterprise risk management frameworks and three lines of defense.

Responsibilities

• Lead risk management and operating cadence across Core Payments risk domains.
• Oversee governance forums, escalation pathways, and executive reporting.
• Serve as Chief Risk Officer for Real Time Payments International and coordinate with regulators.
• Develop robust risk governance and reporting for senior leadership and risk committees.
• Embed disciplined risk-taking and a culture of integrity across the business.

Skills

Leadership

Executive presence

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Governance

Regulatory experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Mastercard is seeking a SVP, Core Payments Risk Management to lead risk governance, oversight and strategic risk initiatives for the Core Payments business. The role requires executive leadership and robust collaboration with regulators, customers, and governance bodies.

You will drive risk identification, prioritization and mitigation across operational, technology and credit domains, while ensuring alignment with risk appetite and enterprise standards.