Sr. Risk Manager, Controls

Capital One•Richmond, VA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

As the Commercial Risk Control Advisor Team Lead (Senior Manager), you will lead a high-performing team of risk professionals dedicated to protecting Capital One’s Commercial Banking business. In this first-line-of-defense role, you will oversee control execution, partner directly with Commercial Line of Business leaders, and drive strategic control modernization. You will serve as both a trusted advisor on risk mitigation and a people leader committed to coaching, talent development, and embedding innovative technologies—including AI and automation—into our risk management practices.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or Military Experience
At least 5 years of Risk Management, Audit, or Compliance experience
At least 3 years of experience testing controls in Risk, Compliance or Audit
At least 2 years of experience in people management
At least 2 years of experience automating banking processes and controls

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree
Risk Management Certification
6+ years of experience with a Governance, Risk, or Control Application
At least 1 year of experience implementing AI-enabled solutions

Responsibilities

Directly manage, coach, and develop a team of 4–5 risk control advisors. Instill high testing standards, foster a culture of continuous learning, and drive the adoption of new risk management tools and capabilities.
Direct and oversee first-line control testing across the Commercial Banking control portfolio, ensuring thorough evaluation, timely execution, and clear documentation of design and operational effectiveness.
Partner with Commercial Line of Business stakeholders to advise on the design, implementation, and optimization of both new and existing internal controls.
Contribute to forward-looking strategic initiatives aimed at modernizing the control environment through automation, data analytics, and AI-driven monitoring solutions.
Identify control deficiencies, recommend effective remediation plans, and communicate risk insights and testing results clearly to senior leadership and governance forums.
Outstanding written and verbal skills with a proven ability to explain complex risk concepts clearly and drive consensus across lines of defense and leadership levels.
Driven to achieve short- and long-term goals in a fluid environment while maintaining rigorous attention to detail, quality control, and timely delivery.