Senior Risk Analyst - Enterprise Risk Management
DeelSalary not specified
Full Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, Payments, TechnologyIndustries
Requirements
- 8 or more years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor Degree or at least 5 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 2 years of work experience with a PhD
- Preferred: 9 or more years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor Degree or 7 or more relevant years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 3 or more years of experience with a PhD
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Mathematics, or related field
- Strong understanding of ERM and ORM methodologies, including risk appetite, scoring, mitigation, and acceptance
- Hands-on experience applying risk management standards (COSO, PFMIs, OCC guidance)
- Prior experience in a second line of defense role providing oversight and driving risk maturity
- Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
- Experience in the payments industry or financial services
- Familiarity with GRC platforms (e.g., IBM OpenPages) and experience leveraging GenAI in risk management
- Strong analytical and data management skills
Responsibilities
- Lead the development, maintenance, and implementation of Visa’s ERM Foundation, including Policy, Risk Appetite Framework, and ERM methodologies aligned with industry best practices (COSO, OCC guidance, PFMIs)
- Perform ERM capability assessments and self-assessments to inform strategic priorities for Corporate Risk
- Drive digitization and automation of risk processes, including enhancements to Visa’s GRC platform for enterprise risks and KRIs
- Conduct external scans and maintain a repository of emerging risk management standards, regulatory guidance, and best practices
- Support strategic initiatives in emerging risk areas such as Climate Risk and AI Governance
- Manage the Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) process for Global Substantive Compliance Areas (SCA) and newly acquired entities
- Partner with process owners to identify risks, challenge control effectiveness, and implement mitigation strategies
- Monitor risk profiles through Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and other tools to enable early identification of trends
- Provide training to program owners on operational risk concepts and lead workshops to embed risk awareness
- Prepare reports, memos, and presentations for Senior Management and Governance Committees
- Ensure readiness for regulatory exams, internal audits, and external reviews related to ERM and ORM frameworks
- Maintain global inventory of risks, controls, and mitigation plans to proactively identify adverse trends
- Champion risk culture by building partnerships across the organization and delivering training sessions
- Maintain and execute the annual corporate risk training calendar, including “train-the-trainer” programs for global/regional risk teams
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the work arrangement for this position?
This is a hybrid position with an expectation of days in office that will be confirmed by your hiring manager. The location type is listed as on-site.
What are the basic qualifications for this role?
The role requires 8 or more years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor Degree or at least 5 years of experience with an Advanced Degree such as a Master's.
What is the salary range for this Senior Manager position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What does Visa's company culture emphasize?
Visa emphasizes a purpose-driven culture to uplift everyone by being the best way to pay and be paid, with a focus on innovation, reliability, and security in payments.
What experience makes a strong candidate for this role?
Strong candidates will have 8+ years of relevant experience (or 5+ with an advanced degree) in enterprise risk management, including leading ERM frameworks, RCSA processes, risk governance, and operational risk management.
Visa
Global digital payment network provider
About Visa
Visa operates a global digital payment network that facilitates electronic payments for millions of people daily. The company connects consumers, businesses, financial institutions, and governments, allowing them to make transactions using Visa cards. Each time a card is used, Visa earns money through transaction, service, and data processing fees. Unlike many competitors, Visa focuses on expanding access to financial services for underserved communities and supporting local economies. The company's goal is to promote financial inclusivity and drive sustainable commerce, ensuring that more people can participate in the global economy.
San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1958Year Founded
$55.8MTotal Funding
ANGEL_INDIVIDUALCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees
Benefits
Health Insurance.
Life Insurance.
Dental Insurance.
Disability Insurance.
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance.
Risks
CBDCs could reduce reliance on Visa's payment network.
'Buy Now, Pay Later' services may decrease traditional credit card transactions.
Fintech startups offering zero-fee transactions could pressure Visa's revenue model.
Differentiation
Visa operates a global digital payment network connecting millions daily.
The company focuses on financial inclusivity and sustainability in its operations.
Visa collaborates with central banks on Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs).
Upsides
Visa's partnership with fintechs enhances cross-border payment solutions.
Adoption of blockchain technology could revolutionize digital payments.
AI-driven fraud detection systems are reducing fraudulent activities.
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