Principal Risk Program Management

About This Role

Discover. A brighter future.

With us, you’ll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it — we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to shine.

Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.

Job Description:

Responsible for managing and supporting Enterprise Risk Management in its efforts to continuously improve its processes and programs.  Designs, develops, and implements corporate-wide training programs, materials, and tools.  Provides timely and effective communications to Discover personnel, including management, on Enterprise Risk Management-related topics.  Ensures the Voice of the Customer is heard and incorporated into Enterprise Risk Management practices and programs. Provides tactical leadership to the development and maintenance of strong Risk Culture practices for the organization.  Actively manages and escalates risks and issues within the day-to-day role to management. 

Responsibilities 

• Assists in the development of an enterprise-wide risk management training program.

• Supports the design, development, implementation, maintenance of risk training materials, tools, and resources.

• Manages Enterprise Risk Management communications throughout the organization.

• Supports enterprise-wide Risk Identification workstream including risk taxonomy governance, risk identification and risk aggregation.

• Supports the development of governance, risk and compliance (GRC) tool Risk Identification workstream requirements including risks and controls

• Supports enterprise-wide Risk Culture initiatives.

• Coordinates and facilitates efforts for continuous improvement via Voice of the Customer and other methods of user feedback for Enterprise Risk Management programs.

• Supports the design, development, implementation, and execution of methodologies to improve Enterprise Risk Management processes and programs.

• Manages the coordination of internal audits, consulting engagements, and exams impacting Enterprise Risk Management.

• Facilitates communication and builds effective working relationships with key business stakeholders across the three Lines of Defense. 

• Assists senior management on ad hoc analysis and reporting. 

Minimum Qualifications 

At a minimum, here’s what we need from you: 

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, or related field 

• 4+ years of experience in Risk Management, Financial Services, Process Improvement, Economist, or related field 

• In lieu of a degree, 8+ years of experience in Risk Management, Financial Services, Process Improvement, Economist, or related field.

Application Deadline:

The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Jun-10-2024. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.

Compensation:

The base pay for this position generally ranges between $88,500.00 to $149,300.00. Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.

Benefits:

We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include:

• Paid Parental Leave

• Paid Time Off

• 401(k) Plan

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account

• STD, Life, LTD and AD&D

• Recognition Program

• Education Assistance

• Commuter Benefits

• Family Support Programs

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Learn more at mydiscoverbenefits.com.

What are you waiting for? Apply today!

All Discover employees place our customers at the very center of our work. To deliver on our promises to our customers, each of us contribute every day to a culture that values compliance and risk management.

Discover is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Discover is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status. (Know Your Rights & Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision)

Discover complies with federal, state, and local laws applicable to qualified individuals with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, to complete an application, and/or to participate in an interview, please email HireAccommodation@discover.com. Any information you provide regarding your accommodation needs will be kept confidential and will only be used to determine and provide necessary accommodation.