Senior Manager, Operational Risk

PayPal

Senior Manager leading complex operational risk management projects at PayPal. Collaborating across teams to develop risk mitigation strategies and drive process improvements.

Posted 4/14/2026full-timeSan Jose • Arizona, California, Illinois, New York, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $143,500 - $212,850 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ServiceNowTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead complex projects and problem resolution efforts related to risk management.
Collaborate with teams to identify and analyze risks that may impact operations and assets.
Develop and implement strategies for risk mitigation and compliance.
Assess current business trends to inform risk management practices and improvements.
Drive global process improvements through effective project management and stakeholder engagement.

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Deep knowledge of operational and enterprise risk management, including control design, issue management, risk assessments, and executive reporting
Strong analytical capabilities, with experience using GRC tools (e.g., Archer, ServiceNow) and BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
Familiarity with industry frameworks (e.g., COSO), risk taxonomies, and issue/incident management practices
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex or conflicting information clearly and effectively

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous paid time off
Healthcare coverage for you and your family
Resources to create financial security
Support for your mental health

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Hard Skills & Tools

risk managementcontrol designissue managementrisk assessmentsexecutive reportinganalytical capabilitiesproject managementrisk mitigationcompliance strategies

Soft Skills

communication skillspresentation skillsinterpersonal skillsstakeholder engagement