Senior Associate, Process Manager (Hybrid)

Socket.dev; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Capital One is seeking a Senior Associate, Process Manager (Hybrid) to optimize banking operations. You will map processes, analyze data, and apply Lean Six Sigma to design improvements across cross-functional teams in a dynamic banking environment.

You will drive readiness, governance, and training for new workflows while focusing on risk reduction and enhanced customer experience. The role is hybrid with multiple U.S. locations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years in Process Management.
• 1+ year in Data Analysis.
• 1+ year using Microsoft Office or G Suite.

Responsibilities

• Operational Readiness: set up structure for new initiatives and define operating models.
• Process Mapping: create end-to-end maps, value streams, and flow diagrams.
• Methodology Application: apply Lean Six Sigma, BPM, and Agile to improve bottlenecks.
• Transition & Governance: define control metrics and transition processes to production.
• Data Collection & Trend Analysis: gather data to identify trends and risks.
• Data-Driven Problem Solving: perform root-cause analysis for improvements.
• Cross-Functional Partnering: represent operations in change control forums and projects.
• Risk Mitigation: identify risks early and implement controls.

Skills

Process Mapping

Data Analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Change Management

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

G Suite

Job description

Senior Associate, Process Manager (Hybrid)

Overview:

The Senior Associate, Process Manager in Bank Operations collaborates with cross-functional process, product, technology, and operations teams to optimize operational efficiency, minimize risk, and drive measurable business results. In this role, you will apply process engineering methodologies and robust data analytics to map, analyze, evaluate, and redesign core banking processes.

We are seeking a dedicated, disciplined, process professional who will excel in a team environment and are highly motivated by process improvements that drive solutions. Success in this role requires strong quantitative and analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to adapt within a dynamic banking environment.

General Responsibilities:

• Operational Readiness: Quickly put structure in place to manage work in a dynamic complex environment, defining operating models for new initiatives and driving readiness decisions
• Process Mapping & Design: Develop comprehensive, end-to-end process maps, value stream maps, and flow diagrams to document current-state operations and design optimized future-state workflows.
• Methodology Application: Utilize Lean Six Sigma (DMAIC), Business Process Management (BPM), and Agile frameworks to identify bottlenecks, reduce waste, eliminate process variance, and improve customer experience.
• Transition & Governance: Establish control metrics to monitor process health and partner with operations leaders to seamlessly transition changed processes into production.
• Data Collection & Trend Analysis: Extract, aggregate, and measure operational data to identify trends, performance gaps, capacity constraints, and operational risks.
• Data-Driven Problem Solving: Conduct structured root-cause analysis to resolve complex operational breakdowns and support data-backed business cases
• Cross-Functional Partnering: Represent Bank Operations in change control forums, agile project teams, and enterprise-wide initiatives to assess process impact and advocate for department interests.
• Risk Mitigation: Focus on early risk identification and gap analysis to implement controls that ensure compliance and operational resilience.
• Executive Delivery & Training: Synthesize complex data and process changes into clear presentations and business cases for senior leadership. Deliver training to internal stakeholders on modified workflows and tools.

Location: Center 2 (McLean, VA), West Creek 2 (Richmond, VA), 802 Delaware Ave (Wilmington, DE), or Riverwoods 2 (Riverwoods, Illinois) - This role is hybrid, where you will be expected to spend 3 days per week working in the office and the remainder of the week working virtually.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent certification
• At least 2 years of Process Management experience
• At least 1 year of Data Analysis experience
• At least 1 year of experience with Microsoft Office or G Suite

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or military experience
• Lean, Agile, Six Sigma, Business Process Management, or Project Management certification
• At least 3 years of experience in Process or Project Management
• At least 1 year of experience in Compliance or Risk Management

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.

McLean, VA: $88,800 - $101,300 for Sr. Process ManagerRichmond, VA: $80,800 - $92,200 for Sr. Process ManagerRiverwoods, IL: $80,800 - $92,200 for Sr. Process ManagerWilmington, DE: $80,800 - $92,200 for Sr. Process Manager

This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.

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

Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23‑A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901‑4920; New York City’s Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.

Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).