Lead Third Party Risk Program Management

at Discover in Riverwoods, Illinois, United States

Job Description

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 the execution of enterprise-wide oversight and governance activities performed by third party risk management teams. Facilitates the review and approval of third party transaction requests and initial risk assessments. Monitors and reports on the compliance with enterprise-wide policy and procedures for assessing, on-boarding, managing, monitoring, and terminating third party transactions. Actively manages and escalates risk and customer-impacting issues within the day-to-day role to management.

Responsibilities:

+ Executes risk oversight activities associated with the on-boarding, management, and termination of third party transactions. Facilitates the review and approval of third party transaction requests and initial risk assessments. Escalates issues for review and remediation.

+ Executes governance activities associated with the third party risk management policies, procedures, and frameworks. Validates issues identified on third party transactions.

+ Assists with the compilation and reconciliation of third party reporting data for reports.

+ Collaborates and builds relationships with different business partners and provides guidance regarding program requirements on the on-boarding and management of third party transactions.

Minimum Qualifications

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

+ Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Finance, Business Administration and Management, Engineering, or related field

+ 2+ years experience in Risk Management, Financial Services, Process Improvement or related

+ In lieu of education, 6+ years experience in Risk Management, Financial Services, Process Improvement or related

Preferred Qualifications

If we had our say, we’d also look for:

+ 4+ years experience in Risk Management, Financial Services, Process Improvement or related

+ Project Management

+ CRISC, CISA, CISM, CISSP, or similar

Application Deadline:

The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Aug-03-2024. 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 $75,500.00 to $127,900.00. 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) (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters)

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.