Director, Global Enterprise HR Risk Advisor

Company: Discover Financial Services
Location: Richmond
Posted on: March 8, 2026

Job Description:

Capital Ones Global HR Risk Office is seeking a highly strategic and experienced Director to lead the HR Risk Advisory Services function. This pivotal role will be instrumental in ensuring Capital One’s Enterprise HR functions, regulatory change processes, new process launches, and technology platforms are underpinned by a robust, proactive, and world-class risk management framework. The Director will be responsible for leading a diverse team of risk professionals across three core pillars: Vertical Risk Advisors, Horizontal Risk Advisors, and Tech Risk Advisors. The Global HR Risk Advisory Director acts as a strategic navigator, embedding robust risk management capabilities in Enterprise HR Programs, Process and Platforms. You will not only ensure compliance with diverse global regulations but also proactively shape HRs operating model to safely and sustainably facilitate enterprise-wide global expansion. Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute the overall strategy for the HR Risk Advisory Services function, ensuring alignment with the Global HR Risk Office objectives and the broader Enterprise Risk Management framework. Provide expert knowledge of enterprise risk management and operational risk management frameworks and functions to lead program design and implementation. Team Leadership & Management: Lead, mentor, and manage the Vertical, Horizontal, and Tech Risk Advisory teams, fostering a high-performing and collaborative risk culture. Deliver exceptional People Leadership to provide coaching, feedback, and strategic advice to the team in a highly dynamic environment. Collaboration & Partnership: Partner effectively with second-line risk functions (Operational Risk, Compliance, Technology Risk) and internal audit to drive a consistent and integrated approach to risk management. Create a highly collaborative environment with other risk teams and various partner groups to create an integrated and seamless risk experience for the business (e.g., Compliance, Third Party Risk Management, Business Continuity, Technology Risk Management, etc.). Governance & Reporting: Provide regular, high-quality risk reporting and insights to senior management and governance committees. Change Management & International Oversight: Oversee large scale change management efforts with a diverse and complex network of stakeholders related to enhancements to international risk oversight. Skills & Attributes: Demonstrate independent and adaptive problem-solving and analysis skills with excellent attention to detail. Demonstrate exceptional executive communication, collaboration, problem solving and influencing skills across various levels and divisions within the organization. Balance multiple priorities and adapt quickly based on new information or circumstances to drive team objectives. Be forward-leaning and stay current on the changing regulatory environment and business environment to understand the impacts to Capital One’s lines of business. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or military experience. At least 8 years of experience in Risk Management, Audit, or Compliance within a regulated industry. At least 5 years of experience managing and leading teams. At least 3 years of experience in HR, Technology, or Regulatory Risk Preferred Qualifications: Master’s Degree or MBA. Certification in Risk Management (e.g., CRISC, PRMIA, FRM) or Audit (e.g., CIA, CISA). 10 years of experience in Risk Management, preferably within a Financial Services or a large, complex global organization. Deep understanding of HR processes, technologies, and the associated regulatory landscape (e.g., labor laws, data privacy). Proven ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position. The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked. McLean, VA: $206,000 - $235,100 for Director, Risk Management Richmond, VA: $187,300 - $213,700 for Director, Risk Management Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter. This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan. Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website . Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level. This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days. No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City’s Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. For technical support or questions about Capital Ones recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).

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