Director, Risk and Governance, People and Capability Job at Mastercard (Purchase)

Financial Crimes Risk Director

The Financial Crimes Risk Director role is a first line function responsible for...

Location

Singapore , Singapore

Salary:

Not provided

Citi

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s/University degree required
master’s degree desirable
15+ years’ experience in financial crime compliance or risk management
Financial Crime certification preferred (ACAMS, ACSS etc.)
Strong understanding of international Sanctions
Strong professional experience in Financial Services, in Financial Crime Compliance and/or Financial Crime Risk & Controls
Knowledge and understanding of Payments, Correspondent Banking, Trade, Working Capital, and Liquidity Management products
Excellent interpersonal skills
Able to work independently and deliver according to strict timelines and quality standards
Demonstrated ability and confidence to challenge business management, escalate issues and press for change

Job Responsibility

Understand business-owned products, services, as well as corresponding financial crimes-related controls, and processes
Provide financial crimes compliance/risk management subject matter expertise to the Services businesses in Asia to ensure the design and implementation of a coherent and effective control environment
Assess complex issues, structure potential solutions, and drive effective resolution with other senior stakeholders
Assess existing control framework, identify potential compliance gaps
Drive execution ensuring compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations, as well as effectiveness of the control environment
Ensure adequate mapping of risk and processes and clear control ownership
Create & maintain a robust partnership with the business heads, operations, technology and the second line of defense
Ensure clear and timely escalation of control issues, while assisting their adequate management and internal reporting
Drive a consistent and holistic approach to Financial Crimes risk management across Services
Ensure early engagement on new business initiatives to ensure timely support of commercial priorities and full adherence to global and regional risk management policies and procedures

Fulltime

Head of People Business Partnering and Strategic Planning

At the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA), we’re on a bold mission: to make...

Location

United Kingdom

Salary:

86962.00 - 92216.00 GBP / Year

West Midlands Combined Authority

Expiration Date

January 25, 2026

Requirements

CIPD Level 7 (or equivalent senior-level HR experience)
Extensive experience in a senior HRBP or strategic people leadership role within a complex, multi-stakeholder environment
Proven track record of influencing executive-level decision-making through people insight and strategic advice
Experience coordinating cross-functional People input across the employee lifecycle
Experience leading and developing high-performing HRBP teams and embedding business partnering models
Strong knowledge of employment law, people policy and public sector governance
Deep understanding of strategic workforce planning, organisational design, and change leadership
Skilled in using data, evidence, and systems thinking to drive people strategy and organisational outcomes
Excellent stakeholder engagement, coaching, and influencing skills at Executive level
Strong awareness of strategic workforce drivers and organisational performance

Job Responsibility

Shape and lead a future-ready, values-led business partnering model aligned with transformation goals
Act as the senior people advisor to Executive Directors on behalf of the CPCO as required, influencing strategy, governance, and investment through people insight
Embed people strategy into organisational design, change programmes, and workforce planning
Lead and develop a high-performing People Business Partnering team, building strategic capability and succession
Champion inclusive, ethical, and evidence-based leadership, aligned with CIPD and Civil Service HR standards
Ensure seamless collaboration across People & Culture Services, driving innovation and high performance
Provide strategic oversight of people risks, trends, and governance, using data to inform decisions
Lead people-input into business cases and investment planning, ensuring value for money and alignment with financial goals
Represent WMCA in senior forums and deputise for the CPCO as needed

What we offer

Local Government Pension Scheme (one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK)
Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme where you can build an additional pot of money alongside your pension with contributions exempt from Income Tax and National Insurance contributions (NICs)
28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more) + Statutory days
EV car benefit scheme
Healthcare plans
Discounted gym membership, will writing, and mortgage advice
An option to buy a bicycle, including e-bikes and adapted pedal cycles, at a discounted rate
3 days of paid leave each year to volunteer
Interest-free financing through SmartTech to buy the latest technology
Discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers, and more. You can now also obtain a Costco membership through the WMCA

Fulltime

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Business Operations Lead

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Programme Lead to play a central...

Location

United Kingdom , Manchester

Salary:

37694.00 - 46049.00 GBP / Year

The University of Manchester

Expiration Date

February 02, 2026

Requirements

Strong programme and project management capability, with experience delivering complex plans in a large, matrixed organisation
Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder-management skills, with the confidence to work effectively with senior leaders and diverse teams
Experience producing high-quality reports, briefings and committee papers to support effective decision-making
A structured and analytical approach, with the ability to identify risks, track progress and propose pragmatic solutions
Experience coordinating activity across multiple workstreams, ensuring momentum, accountability and clear communication
Experience, or interest in the field of HR
An interest in, or understanding of, the higher education or public-sector environment
Educated to degree level or have equivalent professional experience, with a demonstrable commitment to continuous professional development.

Job Responsibility

Lead the development and ongoing delivery of the People Directorate operational and strategic delivery plan
Track progress against strategic priorities, ensuring timely quarterly and monthly reporting
Produce high-quality reports and papers for the People Committee and senior leadership forums
Coordinate delivery across the Directorate, identifying risks, dependencies and mitigation actions
Facilitate the production and maintenance of the People risk map
Oversee budget tracking in partnership with the Finance Business Partner, highlighting risks and supporting forecasting and planning
Act as the operational lead for People Executive meetings, events and workshops, including preparation of papers and action tracking
Maintain the action log for all People-related actions arising from University committees
Build strong relationships across Professional Services and academic stakeholders to support effective delivery
Ensure confidentiality and compliance with information governance and data protection requirements

What we offer

We are happy to discuss flexible and hybrid working arrangements and support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Fulltime

Avp financial crime advisory manager

Embark on a transformative journey as an AVP Financial Crime Advisory Manager at...

Location

India , Noida; Gurgaon

Salary:

Not provided

Barclays

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience in Financial Crime in a global financial institution, preferably with experience of a payments business
Strong technical knowledge of financial crime risk management frameworks
Experience of working in complex matrix structure that requires strong stakeholder management
Strong verbal and written communication, presentation, negotiation, and influencing skills
Strong stakeholder management at Senior Executive Committee level with ability to create and maintain highly engaging relationships, challenging the status quo, and driving strategic, innovative and competitive solutions
Outstanding ability to effectively prioritise changing business needs and drive results with a diverse and inclusive style, which promotes advocacy

Job Responsibility

Provide support and direction to Barclays stakeholders and project resources for the delivery of Financial Crime change activity
Support the change teams and business stakeholders with the execution of business change programmes that may have Financial Crime management implications
Support ongoing oversight of the performance financial crime related processes and controls
Supporting the maintenance and delivery of the Financial Crime strategy for Barclays UK CORPORATE BANK and Payments, including any changes that impact AML Strategy throughout the business, whether driven by internal or external factors
Keep up to date with developments within the Banking and Payments industries, to be able to apply financial crime knowledge to identifiable risks within that industry and its specific products
Maintain up to date knowledge of Barclays Group financial crime policies, standards and frameworks, as well as the underlying legislation on which these are based
Provide subject matter expertise to the business and supporting functions, acting as a key contact for Financial Crime referrals
Liaise with senior management on key initiatives deployed across the business and provide advice on AML controls that protect the position of the business
Conduct periodic reviews of AML controls to review the effectiveness and coverage to the known risks and emerging threats effecting the acquiring industry
Accountable for ongoing liaison with, and oversight of group functions supporting the Financial Crime control environment (e.g. Fraud and Global Surveillance & Transaction Monitoring) to ensure effective management of financial crime risks

What we offer

Hybrid working
Modern workspaces, collaborative areas, and state-of-the-art meeting rooms
Facilities include wellness rooms, on-site cafeterias, fitness centers, and tech-equipped workstations
A supportive and inclusive culture and environment

Fulltime

Director, HR Business Partnering

As the Director, HR Business Partnering you will lead a lean team of HR Business...

Location

United States , Washington

Salary:

163000.00 - 179000.00 USD / Year

Great Minds

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

7+ years of experience in a strategic HRBP, organizational effectiveness, or similar internal consulting/advisory role
5+ years supervisory/management experience with direct responsibility for hiring, onboarding, motivating, and managing the goals and performance of a team
Demonstrated experience setting and scaling standards, operating models, or practices across an HR or consulting function
Proven expertise in coaching, change leadership, talent strategy, and organizational design and effectiveness
Business acumen and systems thinking skills with the ability to connect people and strategy
Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships, coach senior leaders, and influence across all levels of the organization—bringing the confidence, resilience, and consultative presence needed to challenge assumptions and guide toward better outcomes
Experience providing policy development, interpretation, governance, and risk-mitigation in partnership with Legal or Compliance
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience translating data into actionable insights
Comfort with ambiguity and change with demonstrated success in a fast-moving, evolving environment
Adept at advocating for and leveraging modern technology—including HR systems, productivity platforms, and emerging tools like AI—to streamline work, scale impact, and drive innovation

Job Responsibility

Lead, coach, and develop a team of HR Business Partners and Generalists, setting clear expectations for strategic impact, consultative effectiveness, and execution excellence
Establish and reinforce standards for HRBP delivery, including consulting approach, documentation, communication quality, and stakeholder management
Allocate HRBP capacity across the business, balancing strategic initiatives, leader support, and operational needs
Act as the primary escalation point for complex, high-risk, or enterprise-impacting people matters, partnering closely with Legal and HR COEs to manage risk and evolve policies and practices
Monitor trends and risks emerging from employee relations cases, engagement data, and leader feedback
recommend proactive interventions or policy updates
Drive continuous improvement of workflows and processes to reduce friction, clarify ownership, and improve leader and employee experience
Personally serve as HR Business Partner to designated business units, modeling the expected HRBP approach while balancing enterprise leadership responsibilities
Serve as a consultative thought partner to senior leaders on workforce planning, organizational structure, and change readiness
Translate business objectives into people strategies that drive performance, engagement, and growth

Fulltime

Director of Operations

We are recruiting for a Director of Operations on a full time (40 hours), perman...

Location

Ireland , Dublin

Salary:

Not provided

14forty

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A highly experienced senior operations leader with a proven track record in Director-level or equivalent roles, ideally within complex, multi-site, or scaling environments
Demonstrated expertise in change management, operational integration, and embedding new systems, cultures, and organisational structures
Strong programme and project leadership capability, with significant experience leading large-scale, cross-functional transformation
Deep understanding of operational compliance, regulatory governance, audit standards, and risk management
Strong experience in LEAN, continuous improvement, or operational excellence methodologies, with demonstrable results
A strategic thinker capable of translating organisational goals into measurable operational plans
An influential and credible leader able to effectively engage, influence, and challenge senior stakeholders, including executive and Group-level leadership
Commercially and financially astute, with strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities
Exceptional leadership skills with experience managing and developing senior managers and operational teams
Technologically adept, with experience in system implementation, digital transformation, and operational reporting tools

Job Responsibility

Act as the senior operational lead for Glanmore Foods, responsible for delivering against strategic operational objectives
Report on operational performance, risk, compliance, strategic priorities, and transformation progress
Lead organisation-wide change management, embedding new systems, cultural change, and improved ways of working
Foster a culture of excellence, ensuring high standards in food quality and service
Lead, mentor, and develop management teams to achieve business goals and enhance performance
Oversee all major operational projects, including system rollouts, process re-engineering, optimisation, and infrastructure enhancements
Establish, refine, and enforce robust operational governance, compliance processes, and audit standards
Lead LEAN programmes to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and strengthen cross-functional collaboration
Build and embed operational resilience through proactive risk management, contingency planning, and business continuity frameworks
Provide strong and visible leadership to senior managers, ensuring alignment, accountability, and high performance across all operational functions

What we offer

Discounts on brands across the Island of Ireland (restaurants, high street stores, hotels, day out venues, gyms, golf courses and many more)
Flexible working to support work life balance
Free parking at the office
Career Pathways to support career progression and/or skills development
Learning & development programs available for personal and professional development & growth
Access to wellness programs to promote mental health and wellbeing of our colleagues
Employee Assistance Program to guide and support our employees
Exciting appreciation days

Fulltime

Services Risk & Controls Director for Digital Assets

The Risk and Controls Director for Digital Assets is a first line role responsib...

Location

United States , New York

Salary:

170000.00 - 300000.00 USD / Year

Citi

Expiration Date

January 31, 2026

Requirements

Significant experience in financial crime/regulatory compliance or risk management in both a bank and VASPs
Financial Crime certification preferred (ACAMS, ACSS etc.)
Strong professional experience in Financial Services, in Financial Crime and/or Compliance or Business/Product Operations and/or Risk & Controls with focus on Digital Assets
Knowledge and understanding of blockchain technology and digital assets (i.e. stablecoins, cryptocurrencies) and related financial crime risks
Understanding of Global Crypto Regulations and VASP Licensing & Compliance requirements
Excellent interpersonal skills
Able to work independently and deliver according to strict timelines and quality standards
Demonstrated ability and confidence to challenge business management, escalate issues and press for change
Good oral and written communications skills
must be articulate and persuasive with the judgement and authority to provide insightful commentary to senior stakeholders

Job Responsibility

Understand business-owned products, services, as well as corresponding financial crimes-related controls, and processes (e.g., customer, relationship, and transactional screening)
Provide financial crimes & regulatory compliance/risk management subject matter expertise to the Services businesses to ensure the design and implementation of a coherent and effective control environment
Support design and ongoing adaptations of the control framework to ensure effective and robust risk management
Drive execution ensuring compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations
Ensure adequate mapping of risk and processes and clear control ownership
Create & maintain a robust partnership with the business heads, operations, technology and the second line of defense
Escalate, assist management and reporting of control issues
Drive a consistent and holistic approach to Financial Crimes, Reputational and Regulatory risk management across Services Digital Assets
Ensure early engagement on new business initiatives to provide timely support of commercial priorities and full adherence to global and regional risk management policies and procedures
Conduct reviews of control processes and procedures to ensure that both controls and processes are in keeping with policy and business expectations

What we offer

medical, dental & vision coverage
401(k)
life, accident, and disability insurance
wellness programs
paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays
discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards

Fulltime

Director - IT Advisory

Location

Kuala Lumpur

Salary:

Not provided

CNM LLP

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelors degree is required in a related field
information systems, computer science, business, finance or accounting preferred
Minimum of 9+ years of hands-on knowledge in IT consulting, IT internal audit, IT compliance, and SSAE 18 engagements
Experience working in a large public accounting or consulting firm is required
Advanced written and oral communication skills
Ability to manage small and large IT audit engagements
providing insight, guidance, support and mentorship as needed in our people first environment
Strong project management skills
able to communicate clearly and effectively, giving support and keeping tasks on track
Flexible, team player and deadline oriented

Job Responsibility

Conduct current state IT governance and security assessments through data analysis, interviews, and the thoughtful documentation of observations and recommendations for process and technology improvements
Participate in the growth of our ITS service line development and roll out of new service capabilities including IT security, business continuity and ERP related governance, risk and compliance service offerings
Actively improve technical and project management skills through on-the-job feedback, performance evaluations, mentoring others and participating in firm-sponsored formal training programs (monthly CPE and Subject Matter Expert training)
Pursue learning opportunities and develop into a subject matter professional in one or more IT domains
Complete assigned IT general and application controls on 3-4 project teams, within the given budget with minimal supervision by: Creating system narratives, identifying key controls, and concluding on design and operating effectiveness of key controls
Demonstrating clear and concise writing, and verbal skills to communicate complex issues in simple terms to clients and team members
Producing quality deliverables evidenced through the need for minimal review time accurate review notes
Respond to client needs and balance competing priorities with minimal client disruptions, while maintaining project progress

Fulltime

Director, Risk and Governance, People and Capability

Mastercard

Location:
United States of America , Purchase

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
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Requirements:

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January 10, 2026

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