Sr. Director of Enterprise Risk Programs and Intelligence
Jobgether, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Sr. Director Of Enterprise Risk Programs And Intelligence
This senior leadership role sits at the heart of enterprise risk strategy, driving how risk is identified, measured, and communicated across a complex, high-scale financial technology environment. You will lead the design of enterprise-wide risk intelligence frameworks that inform executive and Board-level decisions, combining analytics, scenario modeling, and cross-functional risk insights. Acting as a key partner to the Chief Risk Officer, you will shape forward-looking risk visibility across financial, operational, strategic, and third-party domains. The role requires both strategic vision and hands-on leadership in building scalable risk programs and reporting capabilities. You will work closely with leaders across finance, HR, operations, and technology to unify risk perspectives into a single enterprise view. This is a high-impact position where your work directly strengthens resilience in one of the most critical financial markets in the world.
Accountabilities
You will lead the evolution of enterprise risk management by designing integrated frameworks, enhancing risk intelligence capabilities, and ensuring leadership has clear, actionable visibility into risk exposure. This includes building scalable systems for monitoring, analysis, and reporting across multiple risk domains.
Develop and maintain enterprise risk frameworks, including risk appetite, taxonomy, and escalation processes aligned with governance and board expectations
Lead the design and execution of key risk indicators (KRIs), key control indicators (KCIs), and key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor enterprise risk exposure
Drive scenario analysis and emerging risk assessments, translating outcomes into strategic insights for leadership decision-making
Build enterprise risk reporting and dashboards, evolving them from static reporting to predictive, insight-driven analytics
Oversee aggregation of risk data across domains to identify correlations, concentrations, and systemic exposures
Lead third-party, people, financial, and strategic risk oversight programs in collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders
Guide enterprise risk culture, training, and awareness initiatives while leading a high-performing risk intelligence team
Requirements
This role requires deep expertise in enterprise or financial risk management, with strong leadership experience in building scalable risk frameworks and analytics functions. You will bring both technical risk knowledge and the ability to influence executive stakeholders.
12+ years of experience in enterprise risk, operational risk, financial risk, or related disciplines
7+ years of leadership experience managing enterprise risk programs or risk analytics functions
5+ years of people management experience
Strong background in risk reporting, dashboard development, KRIs, and executive/board-level communication
Experience with third-party risk management and enterprise scenario analysis
Deep understanding of financial services risk practices and regulatory expectations
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to interpret complex data into actionable insights
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership
Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred (MBA, MS or equivalent)
Certifications such as FRM, CRMP, or CTPRP are a plus
Benefits
Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus eligibility
401(k) plan with employer match
Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
Paid time off and flexible vacation policies
Life, disability, and additional insurance coverage options
Hybrid/remote flexibility depending on role requirements
Strong professional development and leadership growth opportunities
Inclusive, high-impact work environment in a mission-critical financial technology space
This senior leadership role sits at the heart of enterprise risk strategy, driving how risk is identified, measured, and communicated across a complex, high-scale financial technology environment. You will lead the design of enterprise-wide risk intelligence frameworks that inform executive and Board-level decisions, combining analytics, scenario modeling, and cross-functional risk insights. Acting as a key partner to the Chief Risk Officer, you will shape forward-looking risk visibility across financial, operational, strategic, and third-party domains. The role requires both strategic vision and hands-on leadership in building scalable risk programs and reporting capabilities. You will work closely with leaders across finance, HR, operations, and technology to unify risk perspectives into a single enterprise view. This is a high-impact position where your work directly strengthens resilience in one of the most critical financial markets in the world.
Accountabilities
You will lead the evolution of enterprise risk management by designing integrated frameworks, enhancing risk intelligence capabilities, and ensuring leadership has clear, actionable visibility into risk exposure. This includes building scalable systems for monitoring, analysis, and reporting across multiple risk domains.
Develop and maintain enterprise risk frameworks, including risk appetite, taxonomy, and escalation processes aligned with governance and board expectations
Lead the design and execution of key risk indicators (KRIs), key control indicators (KCIs), and key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor enterprise risk exposure
Drive scenario analysis and emerging risk assessments, translating outcomes into strategic insights for leadership decision-making
Build enterprise risk reporting and dashboards, evolving them from static reporting to predictive, insight-driven analytics
Oversee aggregation of risk data across domains to identify correlations, concentrations, and systemic exposures
Lead third-party, people, financial, and strategic risk oversight programs in collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders
Guide enterprise risk culture, training, and awareness initiatives while leading a high-performing risk intelligence team
Requirements
This role requires deep expertise in enterprise or financial risk management, with strong leadership experience in building scalable risk frameworks and analytics functions. You will bring both technical risk knowledge and the ability to influence executive stakeholders.
12+ years of experience in enterprise risk, operational risk, financial risk, or related disciplines
7+ years of leadership experience managing enterprise risk programs or risk analytics functions
5+ years of people management experience
Strong background in risk reporting, dashboard development, KRIs, and executive/board-level communication
Experience with third-party risk management and enterprise scenario analysis
Deep understanding of financial services risk practices and regulatory expectations
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to interpret complex data into actionable insights
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership
Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred (MBA, MS or equivalent)
Certifications such as FRM, CRMP, or CTPRP are a plus
Benefits
Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus eligibility
401(k) plan with employer match
Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
Paid time off and flexible vacation policies
Life, disability, and additional insurance coverage options
Hybrid/remote flexibility depending on role requirements
Strong professional development and leadership growth opportunities
Inclusive, high-impact work environment in a mission-critical financial technology space