Enterprise and Operational Risk Director

Experian; Costa Mesa (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great compensation and bonus plan

Medical, dental, vision, and 401K

Flexible work environment: remote,hybr

Flexible time off

Benefits site: https://myexperianbenef

Job summary

Experian, a global data and technology company, seeks a Director to lead risk, regulatory compliance, and data privacy for the North America Data Office based in Costa Mesa, CA. The role partners with Compliance, Audit, Legal, Product and Sales to ensure governance and compliant products.

You will develop policies, monitor risks, and advise on privacy impacts while leading a team focused on governance and regulatory initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years in compliance and risk management.
• Minimum 3+ years in data privacy.
• Experience applying federal/state laws relevant to financial services and consumer data.
• Knowledge of FCRA, GLBA, CFPB, FTC, FCC, TCPA, CCPA.
• Experience creating compliance/audit reports for governance bodies.
• Experience advising teams on regulatory compliance and privacy impacts.

Responsibilities

• Lead risk management and regulatory compliance initiatives across the Financial Services and Data business unit.
• Partner with Product and Sales to develop compliant products and services.
• Develop and maintain compliance policies, procedures, standards, and training programs.
• Establish processes to identify, assess, monitor, and report compliance risks.
• Develop corrective action plans to address issues and reduce operational risk.
• Advise internal teams and clients on regulatory compliance and privacy impact assessments.
• Collaborate with Legal, Audit, Compliance and other units on governance initiatives.
• Lead and develop a team supporting risk management and compliance activities.

Skills

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Data privacy

Regulatory guidance

Leadership

Job description

Role Overview

The Director, Risk supports Experian's Financial Services and Data business within the North America Data Office. This role leads risk, regulatory compliance, and data privacy efforts to help the business meet applicable federal and state requirements and industry guidelines. The Director partners with Compliance, Audit, Legal, Product, Sales, and other North America business units to strengthen governance and support compliant products and cross-business initiatives.

At Experian, we believe great work happens when people come together. We're focused on attracting talent in and around our designated hub locations who are open to collaborating with colleagues in person. Aligning employees to these talent markets helps foster collaboration, strengthen team connections, and support long-term career growth within Experian. You will report to the SVP, Data Governance and reside in or near our North America Headquarters in Costa Mesa, California.

You will have opportunity to:

• Lead risk management and regulatory compliance initiatives across the Financial Services and Data business unit.
• Partner with Product and Sales teams to develop products and services that meet regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain compliance policies, procedures, standards, and employee training programs.
• Establish processes to identify, assess, monitor, and report compliance risks.
• Develop corrective action plans to address compliance issues and reduce operational risk.
• Advise internal teams and clients on regulatory compliance, data privacy, and privacy impact assessments.
• Collaborate with Legal, Audit, Compliance, and other business units on shared regulatory and governance initiatives.
• Lead and develop a team responsible for supporting risk management and compliance activities.

Experience and Skills

• 8+ years of experience in compliance and risk management.
• 3+ years of experience in data privacy.
• Experience applying federal and state laws and regulations relevant to financial services, consumer data, and privacy.
• Working knowledge of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA), Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) requirements, Federal Trade Commission (FTC) requirements, Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requirements, Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
• Experience developing compliance or audit reports for governing bodies, legal entities, or external authorities.
• Experience developing or maintaining compliance policies, procedures, standards, or corrective action plans.
• Experience advising business teams on regulatory compliance, data privacy, or privacy impact assessments.
• Experience leading, coaching, or developing employees.

About Experian

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more. Experian invests in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. We have an amazing team of 25,200 people in 32 countries.

Benefits/Perks:

Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's people first, inclusive and purpose driven culture is multi award-winning; World's Best Workplaces 2025 (Fortune Global Top 25), Great Place To Work in 26 countries to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or explore our Careers Site to understand why.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets. The base pay range for this position is listed above. Within this range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors such as job-related skills, experience, and education. You will also be eligible for a variable pay opportunity.

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer for all groups protected under applicable federal, state and local law, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

Benefits/Perks:

• Great compensation package and bonus plan
• Core benefits including medical, dental, vision, and matching 401K
• Flexible work environment, ability to work remote, hybrid or in-office
• Flexible time off including volunteer time off, vacation, sick and 12-paid holidays
• Explore all our exciting benefits here: https://myexperianbenefits.com/