Head of Holistic Risk Oversight, Stripe

• The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in risk management, a deep understanding of financial technology and payments, and the ability to drive change at the highest levels of the organization
• 10-15 years of experience in compliance and / or risk management, with at least 8 years in senior leadership roles
• Extensive people management experience, including leading teams through organizational changes
• Deep knowledge of payments and financial technology companies, products, and associated risks
• Comprehensive understanding of enterprise risk management frameworks and their practical application and ability to adapt these frameworks to Stripe’s unique context
• Subject matter expertise in financial, security, and other enterprise risk controls
• Proven track record of developing and implementing risk management strategies at an enterprise level
• Strong ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships and navigate organizational dynamics
• Experience explaining control frameworks and risk management strategies to partners and regulators
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

Desirable

• We are seeking an experienced and visionary leader to head our Holistic Risk Oversight pillar within the Risk and Controls Oversight function at Stripe
• This senior role is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive strategies to oversee and manage risks across the organization
• Innovation and Strategic Leadership:
• Develop and execute a long-term strategy for risk oversight across key domains including operational, financial, strategic, and other risk areas - aligned with and adaptable to Stripe's growing business
• Provide thought leadership and guidance to senior management on risk-related matters
• Stay abreast of Stripe’s product and business development, industry trends, emerging risks, and best practices in risk management
• Drive innovation in risk assessment techniques and tools and embed a culture of innovation in the team in order to continuously enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of risk oversight processes
• Cultivate a culture of risk awareness and accountability throughout the organization
• Risk Oversight and Management:
• Lead the second line oversight of critical risk domains across Stripe, including financial, operational, security, and strategic risks
• Support the team in conducting in-depth thematic assessments of key risk areas, leveraging insights from investigations, emerging trends, regulatory changes, and other relevant factors
• Stakeholder Management and Collaboration:
• Foster strong partnerships with front-line teams, business units, and other key stakeholders to ensure effective understanding of key risk and control areas
• Present results of thematic risk analyses and overarching risk assessments to regulatory bodies, boards of directors, and other stakeholders
• Manage complex stakeholder relationships across various levels of the organization fostering a strong partnership on improving Stripe’s ability to manage key risk areas
• Team Leadership and Development:
• Lead a high-performing team of risk management professionals
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement
• Lead teams through Stripe’s continued growth and business changes
• Attract and retain top talent in the risk management field
• This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the risk management landscape at one of the world's leading financial technology companies
• The successful candidate will play a crucial role in safeguarding Stripe's operations and financial stability while enabling continued growth and innovation in the rapidly evolving fintech industry