Senior Director of Risk - Remote

Explore opportunities at Proceed Finance, part of the Optum family of businesses. We're a Nebraska-based financial technology company that is an established leader in the markets we serve. As patient financing experts, we create affordability for life-changing treatment so patients can restore their health and happiness. Come be a part of our innovative culture and make an impact with our rewarding career opportunities.

Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Vice President of Risk Management will be a pivotal member of the leadership team, responsible for overseeing the company's risk management strategies and processes. The Vice President of Risk Management is responsible for risk, underwriting, credit, collections, and loss mitigation.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely
* from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.

• Defines and implements key performance indicators and strategic objectives for the division and, as appropriate, the entire organization; facilitates measurement of those objectives, reporting results to the executive team
• Develop and implement comprehensive risk management strategies to mitigate financial, operational, and compliance risks
• Drafts and implements policies and best practices to support achievement of objectives and required standards
• Streamline and optimize operational processes to enhance productivity and reduce costs
• Collaborate with other leaders to identify and pursue strategic business opportunities
• Lead and mentor the risk management and operations teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement
• Ensures availability of adequate and appropriate equipment, staffing, and systems; recommends additional staffing and services
• Utilize data analytics to identify trends, assess risks, and make informed decisions
• Communicates department, program, and project performance and process to senior leadership through periodic status reports and presentations
• Develop and oversee crisis management plans to ensure business continuity
• Ensures compliance with industry and legal regulations and best practices, and adherence to company processes and procedures
• Maintains knowledge in developing trends and technologies in the industry
• Work closely with other senior executives to align risk management and operational initiatives with overall company strategy
• Facilitates implementation of new systems and major modifications of existing systems to reduce downtime
• Performs other duties as required

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Data Analytics, or a related field; master's degree preferred and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• 15+ years in risk management with at least 7 years in senior leadership capacity.
• 5+ years of experience constructing and making presentations to C-level executives
• Solid understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance
• Proficient with the financial tools required to make estimates, business forecasts, and strategic
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Proficiency with data analytics tools and methodologies
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful risk management strategies
• Proven excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven solid analytical and problem-solving skills with a proven ability to improve business processes and practices to reduce costs and increase efficiency
• Proven interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Proven exceptional leadership and team management abilities decisions
• Proven solid organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proven excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Proven…