Risk Operations Lead, Financial Crimes Programs

StripeStripe·Remote(Remote, US)·Work From Anywhere
Finance

WFA Digital Insight

As the demand for digital payment specialists grows, companies like Stripe are looking for experts to lead their financial crimes programs. With a 25% increase in online transactions in 2025, the need for skilled risk operations professionals has never been higher. Stripe stands out for its commitment to increasing the GDP of the internet, and this role is a chance to be part of that mission. Before applying, candidates should be aware of the importance of balancing user experience with compliance requirements in the digital payments space.

Job Description

About the Role

The Risk Operations Lead will play a critical role in ensuring a healthy financial ecosystem and maintaining trust in Stripe's platform. This involves identifying and assessing regulatory, contractual, and partner risk, and influencing operational teams to build scalable processes.

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate sound judgment and an ability to navigate non-binary, high-risk decisions.
  • Adhere closely to process while questioning assumptions and suggesting improvements.
  • Effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Identify and assess financial crime risks, conduct reviews using data analysis, and monitor for suspicious activity and trends.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have experience in risk operations, financial crimes, and compliance, with strong analytical and communication skills.

How to Stand Out

  • Be prepared to discuss your experience with risk management and compliance in the digital payments space.
  • Show examples of how you've balanced user experience with regulatory requirements in previous roles.
  • Familiarize yourself with Stripe's mission and values, and be ready to explain how your skills align with them.
  • Highlight your ability to analyze data and identify trends, and give examples of how you've used this skill to inform decisions.
  • Be prepared to discuss your experience working with cross-functional teams and influencing operational processes.

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