Senior Director, Enterprise Risk Management

Capital One

. Lead the strategic approach to transforming Risk Management .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $217,000 - $272,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Risk Management and strategic leadership within the financial services sector, with a strong focus on process improvement, regulatory compliance, and team development. Proven ability to synthesize complex information and drive organizational change through effective communication and relationship management.

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Risk Management ExpertiseStrategic Leadership SkillsPeople Management ExperienceAnalytical SkillsRegulatory Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Risk ManagementProcess ImprovementData AnalysisProject ManagementRisk Management FrameworksDecision MakingQuantitative AnalysisQualitative AnalysisGovernanceReporting

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsPresentation SkillsWritten CommunicationOral CommunicationProblem Solving

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesRegulatory LandscapeFederal Banking RegulatorsDiversity and InclusionGo-to-Market Decision-Making

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the strategic approach to transforming Risk Management
Identify opportunities to improve Risk Management processes and execute change across strategies, methodologies, governance, and reporting
Synthesize and elevate information to executive levels
Use data, metrics, and analysis to monitor process improvement strategies
Manage ambiguity and drive clarity among teams, partners, and stakeholders
Craft storylines articulating findings, insights, and recommendations
Liaise directly with senior leadership to drive organizational action
Develop and maintain relationships with business leaders to improve go-to-market decision-making
Manage, mentor, and support less experienced associates
Help lead internal initiatives including recruiting, staffing, diversity and inclusion, and social activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or military experience
At least 5 years of risk management experience
At least 5 years of experience in financial service
At least 5 years of experience in people management
Proven ability to operate effectively in a complex, highly-regulated environment
Strategic leadership skills and risk management expertise
Strong problem solving and analytical skills
Attention to detail and process/project management capability
Ability to work with quantitative and qualitative information
Ability to lead risk management frameworks
Ability to lead teams through change
Strong business judgment and ability to make rapid, complex decisions
Ability to influence and build consensus among peers and senior leaders
Highly developed interpersonal, presentation, and written and oral communications skills
Knowledge of the regulatory landscape in the financial industry
Ability to interact with Federal banking regulators
Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or provide immigration-related support

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI)
Comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive health, financial and other benefits supporting total well-being
Reasonable accommodations for applicants who require them