Sr Manager, Internal Controls, People & Places
About the position The People & Places Business Risk and Controls team is seeking a seasoned, proactive, and strategic risk management professional to play a pivotal role in our global organization. As a Front Line of Defense team, we are responsible for driving and executing day-to-day risk management activities across the People & Places function worldwide. In this individual contributor role, you will lead the delivery of high-impact, sustainable risk-based programs. These include facilitating Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) workshops for critical processes, managing issues and remediation efforts, designing and enhancing control frameworks, and more. Your work will directly influence the effectiveness and resilience of our global operations. Responsibilities • Lead complex projects related to internal controls and risk management. • Resolve complex problems by applying specialized knowledge in internal controls. • Develop methods and procedures for new assignments to improve internal control processes. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement best practices in internal controls. • Analyze current business trends to inform internal control strategies and improvements. • Lead and execute complex, enterprise-wide initiatives focused on internal controls and risk management, including the facilitation of Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) workshops for high-impact processes. • Apply deep subject matter expertise to resolve sophisticated risk and control challenges, leveraging advanced knowledge of internal control frameworks and regulatory expectations. • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to design and implement innovative methodologies and procedures that enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of internal control environments. • Cultivate strong, trust-based partnerships with senior leaders, functional teams, and control partners to proactively identify, assess, and mitigate top risks and emerging issues across the organization. • Leverage data-driven insights and business intelligence to inform and evolve internal control strategies, ensuring alignment with current and future business trends. • Champion continuous improvement by identifying and prioritizing opportunities for change that reduce risk exposure and drive strategic value for the business. • Provide strategic leadership, challenge, and advisory support to global teams, ensuring the development, implementation, and sustainability of robust risk management practices and standards. • Partner closely with Second Line of Defense and Compliance teams to monitor regulatory changes and translate them into actionable updates to internal control processes and policies. • Act as a catalyst for cultural transformation, promoting a strong and positive risk culture across the People & Places organization through influence, education, and advocacy. Requirements • 8+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree OR Any equivalent combination of education and experience. Benefits • At PayPal, we're committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can't do this without our most important asset-you. That's why we offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life. We champion your financial, physical, and mental health by offering valuable benefits and resources to help you care for the whole you. • We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit Apply tot his job