Sr. Enterprise Risk Manager

About Blackhawk Network

Today, through BHN’s single global platform, businesses of all kinds can tap into the world’s largest network of branded payment solutions. BHN helps businesses grow revenue, increase loyalty, motivate and reward their teams, disburse funds and engage consumers. Branded payment solutions include the issuance and distribution of gift cards, egifts, corporate payouts and rewards, along with the technology to deliver these products in seamless, integrated ways.

BHN’s network spans the globe with more than 400,000 consumer touchpoints. Learn more at

This position may be performed remotely anywhere within the United States except for the State of Alaska, North Dakota, or South Dakota. Employees located within 50 miles of a BHN office will be considered a  Hybrid  employee and are required to come into the office 2 days per week based on office schedule.

The Senior Enterprise Risk Manager at Blackhawk Network (BHN) oversees and implements the enterprise risk management (ERM) framework. This role works directly with BHN’s regulated entities and Group-level technology, financial, and operations teams to identify and assess risks related to technology, financial, operations and ensures regulatory compliance. This role requires strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills to advise senior executives and the Board on risk strategy.

• Framework Development:
  Design, implement, and continuously improve the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework, policies, and governance.
• Influence global BHN partners to adopt and embed the stated Framework.
• Risk Appetite: establish the level of risk the Regulated Entities are willing to take and keep the business wide risk register up to date and regularly reviewed.
• Risk Assessment and Mitigation:
  Lead enterprise-wide risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities, analyze complex data, and develop mitigation plans for strategic, financial, operational, and compliance risks.
• Reporting and Governance:
  Prepare and present executive- and board-level risk reporting, including key risk indicators (KRIs) and risk appetite statements, to senior leadership and risk committees.
• Define risk metrics, KRIs and KPIs that align with Regulated Entity frameworks.
• Create reporting processes, dashboards, and other risk reporting tailored to the relevant audience.
• Facilitate the Enterprise Risk Committee including materials preparation and follow up actions.
• Incident Management & Resilience:
  Support BHN incident management processes and ensure robust business continuity planning and disaster recovery.
• Stakeholder
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Partner with cross-functional teams, including Product, Technology, Legal, Compliance, and Finance to embed risk management practices into daily operations and new initiatives.
• Recommend risk-based design, controls, and processes for implementation and ongoing risk monitoring as part of BHN strategy.
• May lead & mentor a team of ERM professionals, globally.
• Drives the implementation of corporate-wide programs, policies & procedures as they relate to the ERM Framework.

• 12+ years experience or equivalent relevant Compliance and Risk Management experience.
• Outstanding ability to lead, influence, and build consensus across different groups. Ability to communicate very well in writing and in person.
• Understanding of requirements of Anti-Money Laundering regulations, USA PATRIOT Act, Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), OFAC and FinCEN rules as they relate to Money Services Businesses (MSBs).
• Process-driven with the ability to design and implement solutions for increased efficiency and management oversight.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build collaborative relationships with various business units that play key roles in the regulatory reporting process or in the development of supporting systems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with a drive to deliver outstanding results.
• Strategic and tactical analysis, consultative, decision making and communication skills.

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