PayPal · 15 hours ago
Sr Mgr, BUCO – Risk & Core Platforms
San Jose, California, United States of America
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$124K/yr - $184K/yr
8+ years expPayPal is a global leader in commerce, providing innovative payment solutions for consumers and businesses. The Sr Mgr, BUCO – Risk & Core Platforms role focuses on promoting a strong compliance culture and serving as a trusted advisor within the Risk and Core Platforms organization, overseeing risk management and compliance initiatives.
E-Commerce PlatformsFinTechMobile PaymentsTransaction Processing
Responsibilities
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
Provide second-line compliance oversight for RCP, including risk identification, control monitoring, and reporting
Advise BRCLs and business partners by delivering clear, actionable compliance guidance and effective challenge on key risk and control matters
Prepare and syndicate the trimester Risk and Compliance Rating (RCR) report, ensuring visibility into emerging risks and progress on remediation
Oversee compliance aspects of new product development to ensure risks are identified, mitigated, and appropriately escalated to Compliance and/or Enterprise Risk Management
Support and monitor key initiatives such as process transformations, system implementations, and organizational changes to ensure regulatory alignment
Lead or contribute to regulatory change management, risk assessments, and business process mapping, identifying control gaps and recommending sustainable improvements
Participate in the Risk Operations Program as the compliance approver for RCP issues, remediation tasks, and product changes; provide effective challenge across the risk lifecycle
Support root cause analysis of complex issues and translate findings into practical, long-term solutions that strengthen the overall control environment
Build strong relationships across Compliance, Enterprise Risk Management, Internal Controls, and First Line Risk functions to promote consistent execution of PayPal’s risk management framework
Strengthen RCP’s governance and operating model, helping to build a best-in-class, well-controlled, and compliant Risk Operations organization
Qualification
Required
8+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred
8–10 years of experience in Compliance, Risk Management, and/or Audit within the financial services or fintech industry
Strong foundation in regulatory compliance, internal controls, and risk management, with working knowledge of consumer protection laws (e.g., Reg Z, Reg E, TCAP, UDAAP) and related regulations
Advanced analytical and critical-thinking ability to interpret complex financial, operational, and regulatory information and translate it into practical, risk-based solutions
Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, build trust, and collaborate effectively across Product, Engineering, Risk, Operations, and Legal teams
Proven success managing risk/compliance programs in dynamic, technology-driven environments
Excellent written and verbal communicator who can simplify complex concepts, provide balanced and actionable guidance, and confidently influence at senior and executive levels
Skilled in managing large-scale initiatives, balancing competing priorities, and driving execution under tight deadlines
Flexible, pragmatic, and solution-oriented in managing change and ambiguity
Operates with sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism in handling sensitive or confidential matters
Understanding of identity/CIP processes, transaction flows, and compliance platform interfaces
Ability to assess and strengthen risk controls across product and engineering environments
Highly organized, proactive self-starter who performs effectively under pressure, adapts quickly to evolving regulatory landscapes, and continuously seeks learning and improvement
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life and disability insurance
Parental and family leave
401(k) savings plan
Paid time off
Flexible work environment
Employee shares options
Company
PayPal
PayPal is a financial service company that provides online payment solutions to its users worldwide.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$12.17BKey Investors
Kohlberg Kravis RobertsBlueRun Ventures
2025-11-17Post Ipo Debt· $6.95B
2023-06-07Post Ipo Debt· $5B
2015-07-20IPO
Leadership Team
Simon Bladon
PayPal UK CEO
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President & CEO
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