Enterprise Risk Manager

Windcave; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K with matching

Job summary

Windcave Limited in New York is recruiting a Risk Manager for a hybrid role (3 days in the office, 2 days from home). You will lead and strengthen the company’s risk program for a global payments provider, ensuring compliance and robust controls across financial, operational, and regulatory areas.

The role requires 8+ years in risk management within financial services, strong regulatory knowledge, excellent communication with senior leadership, and the ability to build and mentor a

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in a risk management role, preferably in Banking & Financial Services.
• Strong knowledge of financial services regulations, compliance frameworks, and industry best practices.
• Proficiency in risk assessment, analysis, and mitigation techniques.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills to work with senior leaders.
• Proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Tertiary qualification in finance, accounting, risk management.
• Legal right to work in the United States (no sponsorship).

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and monitor key risks across the organization, including financial, operational, regulatory, and reputational risks.
• Develop and implement risk management strategies and policies to minimize risk impact.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and provide reports to senior management.
• Ensure regulatory compliance across relevant laws and standards.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to embed risk culture throughout the business.
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in risk management.
• Provide expert advice to support strategic decisions.
• Manage and mentor a team of risk professionals.

Skills

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Team leadership

Education

Finance/Risk management degree

Job description

*THIS ROLE IS HYBRID (3 DAYS IN THE OFFICE, 2 DAYS FROM HOME)

About Windcave:

Founded in 1999 in New Zealand, Windcave has consistently led the way in the innovation of payment technology. Today, our global footprint extends across 40+ countries, supported by a dedicated team of over 400+ experts. We process billions of transactions annually, providing businesses with a comprehensive payment solution through a singleprovider.

Our approach continuously sets new industry benchmarks and reflects our commitment to leading the market with self-developed, cutting-edge technologies. We support a wide range of industries, including retail, finance, hospitality, and more, with operations all over the globe.

About the role

At Windcave Limited, we are seeking an experienced Risk Manager to join our team in our Lexington Ave, New York office. This is a full-time role and you will be responsible for managing and mitigating the various risks that our organization faces, ensuring we remain compliant and secure within the Banking & Financial Services industry.

What you'll be doing

• Identify, assess, and monitor key risks across the organization, including financial, operational, regulatory, and reputational risks
• Develop and implement effective risk management strategies and policies to minimize the impact of risks
• Conduct regular risk assessments and provide comprehensive reports to senior management
• Ensure the organization remains compliant with all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards
• Collaborate cross-functionally to embed a strong risk management culture throughout the business
• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in risk management
• Provide expert advice and guidance to support strategic decision-making
• Manage and mentor a team of risk professionals

What we're looking for

• Significant experience (8+ years) in a similar risk management role, preferably within the Banking & Financial Services industry
• Strong knowledge of financial services regulations, compliance frameworks, and industry best practices
• Proficiency in risk assessment, analysis, and mitigation techniques
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills to work effectively with senior leaders
• Proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Tertiary qualification in a relevant field (e.g., finance, accounting, risk management)
• Legal right to work in the United States (no sponsorship)

What we offer

• Competitive salary with benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and matching 401K
• A gateway to a promising and long-term career in one of the fastest growing payment solutions provider
• An opportunity to work with a global company with top notch solutions in a competitive market
  

Salary is $135,000 USD per annum

Can be negotiable depending on experience