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Parsippany, NJ · Hybrid

$64K - $100K/yr

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Principal Risk Specialist

Houston, TX · On-site

$94K/yr

Risk Consulting to one or more Business Areas relative to their business lines and provide advice and guidance as required * Client Management - Develop and leverage key relationships with ...

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Principal Risk Specialist

Mclean, VA · On-site

$99K/yr

Risk Consulting to one or more Business Areas relative to their business lines and provide advice and guidance as required * Client Management - Develop and leverage key relationships with ...

Principal Risk Specialist

Houston, TX · On-site

$94K/yr

Risk Consulting to one or more Business Areas relative to their business lines and provide advice and guidance as required * Client Management - Develop and leverage key relationships with ...

Risk Consulting to one or more Business Areas relative to their business lines and provide advice and guidance as required * Client Management - Develop and leverage key relationships with ...

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How much do business risk specialist jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for business risk specialist in the United States is $140,035.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,000.00 and $200,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a Business Risk Specialist typically collaborate with other departments to identify and mitigate risks?

Business Risk Specialists work closely with teams across the organization, such as finance, compliance, operations, and IT, to proactively identify potential risks and develop strategies to address them. This collaboration often involves conducting risk assessments, facilitating workshops, and sharing findings with relevant stakeholders. Regular meetings and open communication channels help ensure that all departments are aligned on risk management priorities, making it easier to implement effective controls and monitor emerging threats. This cross-functional teamwork is essential for creating a comprehensive risk management framework and fostering a culture of risk awareness throughout the company.

What is a Business Risk Specialist?

A Business Risk Specialist is a professional who identifies, assesses, and helps manage risks that could impact an organization’s operations, reputation, or financial health. They typically analyze data, implement risk management strategies, and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Their work helps businesses minimize potential losses and maintain stability in a rapidly changing environment. Business Risk Specialists often collaborate with multiple departments to develop effective risk mitigation plans.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Business Risk Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Business Risk Specialist, you need strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of risk assessment methodologies, and often a degree in finance, business, or a related field. Familiarity with risk management software, compliance systems, and certifications such as CRISC or FRM are commonly required. Excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities help you effectively advise stakeholders and navigate complex risk scenarios. These skills ensure accurate risk identification, effective mitigation strategies, and regulatory compliance, all of which are crucial for organizational stability and success.
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Infographic showing various Business Risk Specialist job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $140,035 per year, or $67.3 per hour.
Senior Associate Risk Specialist, HR Business Risk Office

Senior Associate Risk Specialist, HR Business Risk Office

Capital One

Richmond, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago


Capital One rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 134 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

72nd of 141 rated banks


Job description

Senior Associate Risk Specialist, HR Business Risk Office
As a Senior HR Risk Specialist in Capital One's Human Resource Business Risk Office you will be responsible for working with business partners to identify and consult on potential risks to Capital One, applying your risk/process management and analytical skills to drive well-managed risk activities. If you are curious and eager to learn new things, love problem solving, and have a deep reverence for risk and process management, this may be the role for you!
HR Risk Specialists at Capital One are highly motivated risk and process management professionals with excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills. As Capital One evolves to meet the ever-changing landscape, so do our risk specialists. A successful risk specialist operates from a foundation of knowledge about the Line of Business with whom they are working, laws/regulations, processes, associated controls, good risk management and risk mitigation practices. They are forward thinking, quick to adapt, and technologically adept.
This individual will support horizontal risk management. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated process management professional with excellent problem solving, integrative thinking, prioritization and communication skills. Additionally, building win-win partnerships with multiple stakeholders both within and outside of the HR Business Risk Office, while adapting to and managing change in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, are default essentials for this role.
Other Responsibilities Include:
  • Supports HR Division Incident management process and event/issue management in Fuse; performs QA oversight, facilitates assessments, updates systems of record
  • FUSE and Salesforce record management: Provide support to HR Risk Advisors and Risk Operations team according to Operational Risk Management Standards
  • Drives containment and remediation of process breakdowns in conjunction with compliance, legal and business process teams
  • Supports Business Continuity oversight and plan updates within CL360
  • Supports timely delivery of HR Governance Roadmap (Project, process, risk management, & communications)
  • Supports process health of Rmap Control Coverage
  • Control Execution Oversight for Business Risk Office Governance Activities: Provides oversight throughout control lifecycle, including creation, execution, monitoring, and remediation of ineffective controls in accordance with Enterprise & Data Governance Standards
  • Identifies opportunities to improve risk management practices and develops solutions to perfect risk management, eliminate waste, and deliver an exceptional customer experience
  • Participates in risk forums and contributes to continuous improvement of risk management practices
  • Ensures independent escalation of risk management gaps, issues, and concerns to management
  • Participates in and execute other special projects for the risk office on a periodic basis

Basic Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent certification
  • At least 1 of experience in project, process, program, or risk management

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree or military experience
  • At least 3 years of experience in process management
  • At least 3 years experience working in an Agile Team environment
  • At least 3 years of experience with Business Process Management (BPM)
  • At least 3 years of experience working in Risk Management
  • At least 3 years of experience in Human Resources
  • At least 1 year of experience with Control Management
  • At least 1 year of experience working in the Agile Team environment
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position
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: $96,500 - $110,100 for Sr. Risk Associate
Richmond, VA: $87,700 - $100,100 for Sr. Risk Associate
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.
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For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com
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