Manager, Risk Manager

Capital One; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 138,100 - 157,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based incentive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package for health and wellbeing

Job summary

Capital One is seeking a Manager, Risk Manager in Deerfield, IL, responsible for leading risk assessments and developing proactive risk solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Internal Audit and Compliance within the financial services sector.

Applicants should possess a Bachelor's Degree and significant experience in risk management practices. The role also includes collaborating with executive stakeholders to ensure compliance and enhance alignment with corporate frameworks.

This position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or military experience.
• 3+ years experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, Risk Management, or Compliance.
• 2+ years of Project Management or Process Management experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to core business areas for risk mitigation.
• Lead risk assessments and manage internal/external audit preparation.
• Cultivate executive relationships to foster collaboration.
• Own and enhance internal and external reporting processes.
• Map business processes to align with corporate risk frameworks.

Skills

Strategic Risk Consulting

Audit & Remediation Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Reporting & Compliance

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree or military experience

Tools

Risk Management frameworks

Audit preparation tools

Job description

Manager, Risk Manager

Overview

Lead from the front line of a top 10 bank. Use strategic relationship‑building and rigorous audit expertise to shape proactive risk solutions and safeguard the enterprise.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Risk Consulting: Serve as a trusted advisor to core business areas, providing tailored guidance and proactive risk mitigation strategies relative to their specific business lines.
• Audit & Remediation Leadership: Lead risk assessments, manage internal/external audit preparation, and oversee the successful execution of audit remediation efforts to ensure compliance.
• Stakeholder & Client Management: Cultivate, leverage, and sustain key executive relationships across the enterprise to foster deep collaboration and break down silos.
• Reporting & Compliance Excellence: Own, enhance, and execute internal and external reporting processes, ensuring flawless documentation that aligns with complex regulatory and internal audit expectations.
• Framework Alignment: Map and adjust localized business processes to seamlessly align with overarching Capital One corporate requirements and risk frameworks.
• Governance Documentation: Author, review, and continuously refine critical governance documents, including policies, standards, procedures, and operational guidelines.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner effectively with specialized teams across the enterprise—including Operational Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management, Compliance, Business Risk Offices, Information Technology, Basel Program, Internal Audit, and Regulatory Relations—to achieve unified risk objectives.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or military experience
• At least 3 years of experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, Risk Management, or Compliance within the financial services industry
• At least 2 years of Project Management or Process Management experience

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in Internal Audit, External Audit, Risk Management, or Compliance within the financial services industry
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or similar professional certification
• At least 3 years of experience leading cross‑functional projects and audit readiness programs
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with a proven track record of influencing senior leadership through audit findings and risk insights

Salary

Riverwoods, IL: $138,100 - $157,700 for Risk Manager. Other locations have comparable pay ranges determined at the time of hire.

Benefits

Eligible for performance‑based incentive compensation, including cash bonus(es) and/or long‑term incentives (LTI). The role offers a comprehensive benefits package supporting health, financial, and other wellbeing needs.

Employment Authorization

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

Capital One is an equal‑opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non‑discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.