Description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced risk management expert to lead and enhance our WWOS Risk Resilience - People Risk Team. This individual contributor position offers an exciting opportunity to shape and mature our People Risk management program, ensuring the security and continuity of our global operations network. The ideal candidate will be creative, curious, and highly motivated, with a proven track record of building robust risk programs and developing comprehensive policies, processes, governance structures, and frameworks.

The successful candidate must appreciate that an effective Risk Management Program works best when tailored to the unique structure and business model of the organization. They should be able to implement solutions without creating unnecessary friction or disruption for the internal customers it serves. A passion for relationship-building and an intense desire to understand how escalation and crisis response can best operate within the organization are critical to this role.

As the Senior Manager of Risk Management, you will be expected to constantly think about how the program can better serve WWOS and internal stakeholders. This leadership position requires the ability to clearly and confidently articulate the value and findings of the People Risk Management Program, inclusive of VCE, StrengthScope and other key People Risk programs to business leaders. You will lead efforts to enhance and optimize the existing People Risk - VCE Management Program, develop and implement strategies to ensure operational continuity, and collaborate with internal stakeholders to create efficient, non-disruptive risk management processes.

Key responsibilities include managing and investing in the VCE program to ensure it continues delivering the intended people risk mitigation benefits. You will need to address critical areas such as Abnormalities Management, Exception Process Management, and System Integration Considerations. Additionally, you will explore opportunities to extend VCE outside EMEA, while navigating challenges such as integrating with other systems, and the availability of supportive data.

If you're ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and have a passion for risk management, portfolio, program and operational excellence, we want to hear from you. This role offers the opportunity to play a pivotal part in safeguarding our operations and driving continuous improvement in our people risk management practices, ultimately contributing to the success of one of the world's leading customer-centric companies.

Key job responsibilities

• Lead the strategic expansion of the VCE (Veritas Evaluation) program into new geographic markets, collaborating with regional Security & Loss Prevention and cross functional teams to develop tailored question banks.

• Conduct comprehensive studies of global candidates check processes to identify opportunities for VCE implementation.

• Oversee complex VCE and People Risk assessments, implementing mitigation plans aligned with organizational risk appetite.

• Develop and implement strategic goals and initiatives impacting WWOS and critical stakeholders.

• Transform risk program delivery through standardization, optimization, and automation.

• Support security and loss prevention People Risk programs, contributing to global capabilities and kingpin goals.

• Implement global standards and assist in developing risk frameworks.

• Collaborate with field teams on business impact assessments and escalation objectives.

• Develop and track VCE and StrengthScope risk management goals, including metrics and KPIs.

• Present findings, change management and strategies to leadership.

• Support Risk & Resilience - People Risk teams across regions.

• Continuously evaluate and refine the VCE program to ensure adaptability in addressing diverse global risk landscapes.

A day in the life

As the Senior Risk Manager, you lead critical People Risk Programs, overseeing VCE, StrengthScope and other initiatives. You translate complex threats into actionable risk assessments and mitigation strategies, developing a robust risk governance framework for consistent global application. Your role spans managing WWOS Risk & Resilience - People Risk operations to advising on new delivery models. You monitor threats, drive preparedness, and implement solutions, adapting to changing conditions. Engaging internal teams, you identify and remediate control deficiencies. You present assessments to stakeholders, aligning strategies and coordinating global risk management efforts. Balancing strategic and tactical responsibilities, you develop goals and manage team operations efficiently. Partnering with diverse stakeholders, you foster a culture of people risk awareness across the organization's global footprint.

Amazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:

1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options

3. Paid Time Off (PTO)

4. 401(k) Plan

If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!

About the team

The WWOS People Risk Team is dedicated to mitigating person-centric risks through proactive and holistic solutions. Our vision is to safeguard Amazon's workforce, assets, and brand while fostering a secure and empowering environment for every employee. Working closely with WWOS, PXT, Security and Loss Prevention, and other key stakeholders, we secure Amazon's supply chain end-to-end and prioritize People Risk/Security in business conversations. Our team creates and maintains risk frameworks, provides assessments, preparedness strategies, contingency planning, and incident response services. We operate on strategic, tactical, and operational levels, implementing standardized policies and leveraging technology to enhance consistency and effectiveness. Our focus areas include People, Inventory, Operations, and Process Risk, with additional support for Incident Management, Large Scale Events, and Resiliency.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, Security Management, or a related field.

• 7+ years of experience in risk management, security operations, or a related field, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

• Proven experience in developing and implementing risk assessment frameworks and mitigation strategies on a global scale.

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex, cross-functional projects at scale.

• Experience with personnel risk management tools and techniques, preferably including familiarity with systems similar to VCE or StrengthScope.

• Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong understanding of global security threats, and cultural nuances affecting risk profiles in different regions.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex risk data into actionable insights.

• Strong communication skills leading and partnering with global and regional cross functional teams.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex information to senior leadership and stakeholders at all levels.

• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting, including experience with relevant risk management software and tools.

• Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and compliance requirements related to personnel risk management across multiple jurisdictions.

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $129,800/year in our lowest geographic market up to $214,500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.