Director, Risk Management - Auto

Capital One•Plano, TX

3d•$187,300 - $213,700•Onsite

About The Position

Within Capital One Auto’s Dealer Data Strategy & Product Operations team, we are seeking a Director of Risk Management to drive risk strategy at the intersection of data and emerging technology. This role requires deep data domain knowledge, a passion for AI integration, and strong expertise in navigating enterprise risk frameworks. Beyond ensuring compliance with existing policies, you will proactively identify and mitigate emerging risk vectors as our data and AI capabilities evolve. You will partner closely with product, tech, and data teams to embed forward-looking risk controls directly into our operational ecosystem. Directors in Risk Management at Capital One are highly motivated Risk Management professionals with excellent organizational, leadership and communication skills. They have a high level of exposure across lines of business and the opportunity to work with Executives to create and implement innovative solutions to identify and mitigate potential risks to the Company.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree or military experience
At least 5 years of experience in Project Management or Process Management
At least 2 years experience in Operations Management
At least 2 years experience in People Management

Nice To Haves

Masters Degree in Business Management, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics or Project Management
4+ years experience in People Management
5+ years of experience as a Project or Process Manager within the financial services industry
5+ years experience in Operations Management
10+ years of overall experience as Project or Process Manager
Six Sigma Lean, Green Belt or Black Belt certification, Agile Coach certification, Compliance Certification (CRCM)

Responsibilities

Work with business partners to validate risk processes impacting the companies bottom line
Consult with Executives to determine interaction model with Lines of Business to create positive relationships
Drive finalization of risk category and sub-category framework
Perform critical assessments on risk categories to mitigate risk to the company
Perform extensive gap assessments and create recommendations to ensure smart business decisions
Use analytical skills to conduct Risk Process Improvement, Process Design & Process Excellence
Large scale Process Management/Governance
Work with dynamic teams on Departmental Process Management & Execution