Risk Control Specialist (RCS).

Every day, Global Payments makes it possible for millions of people to move money between buyers and sellers using our payments solutions for credit, debit, prepaid and merchant services.  Our worldwide team helps over 3 million companies, more than 1,300 financial institutions and over 600 million cardholders grow with confidence and achieve amazing results.  We are driven by our passion for success and we are proud to deliver best-in-class payment technology and software solutions.  Join our dynamic team and make your mark on the payments technology landscape of tomorrow. 

Summary of This Role

The main function of the Risk Control Specialist (RCS) is to be responsible for developing the control framework for all GPTM business processes, developing the risk taxonomy, determining the most critical risks, testing the controls that mitigate the detected risks. , detect control failures, establish mitigation actions together with the person responsible for the processes, keep a detailed and clear record of all risks and develop a risk framework.

Establish and lead the internal Risk Committee at GPTM, in addition to preparing the necessary reports for the different committees of the company.

Activities must be aligned with the internal control standards published in ISACA.

What Part Will You Play?

• Establish control frameworks for all GPTM processes and services.

• Define and document the risk taxonomy to obtain a list of key GPTM risks.
• Carry out and document the process of identifying the possible risks and impacts of the GPTM for their registration, control and monitoring.
• Define and document the methodology to evaluate the risk rating (high, medium, low).
• Using the risk rating methodology, you will be responsible for evaluating and documenting each risk that is registered in the list of key risks of the GPTM.
• Maintain an updated inventory of current findings and risks that includes: 1) Classification/category according to the origin of the identified problems (MSII, Incidents, Audit, Regulatory Observations). 2) Related risks. 3) Mitigation actions.
• Be responsible for building and keeping the internal control methodology updated, aligned with any of the standards published in ISACA.
• Carry out, year after year, a program to update risks and execute tests on the processes and services that represent the highest risk, an exercise that must be aligned with the internal control standard implemented.
• Carry out strict monitoring of mitigation actions with each of those responsible for the processes.
• Design and build a dashboard or framework that allows monitoring of risks and their mitigation actions.
• Establish and lead the GPTM Internal Control and Risk Committee.
• Handle priority items and special projects as assigned by unit manager.
• Other duties that may be assigned from time to time to ensure the smooth operation of the GPTM including special assignments for other Departments.
• Ensure that department productivity goals and objectives are met on a daily basis.
• Strong skills and knowledge in internal control and operational risk management.
• CRISC or similar certification preferred.
• Strong management skills to monitor projects with interdisciplinary teams
• Ability to follow all company policies and procedures; as well as internal departmental procedures
• Ability to work in team driven environment, yet be able to work independently to complete daily tasks
• Ability to communicate in business English, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal/customer relation skills
• Strong knowledge of Credit Analysis procedures and techniques
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to complete assigned tasks, within deadlines and with little supervision
• Ability to work rapidly, independently and accurately under pressure to meet departmental goals.
• Proficiency with computer programs used for daily work is required
• Good time and self-management skills

• Other relevant characteristics that makes a great Risk Analyst:

• Drive for Results
• Analytical
• Commitment
• Attention to Detail
• Good Control
• Assertiveness
• Work in fast paced environment
• Timely action
• Integrity
• Coachable
• Strategic Thinking
• Team Work

What Are We Looking For in This Role?

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting or engineering or completion of a financial qualified Program
• A minimum of 2-3 years in internal control and operational risk management.
• PC skills and the ability to work with Word, Excel or other similar software, e-mail and Internet.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously so that sales results remain consistent from one month to the next.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to take charge and complete objectives.
• Pro-active thinker. Ability to develop "innovative approaches" to problem solving.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills including effective speaking before groups.
• Bilingual is a most (strong English language skills, written, reading and verbal where required)

Preferred Qualifications

• Business, Criminal Justice, Information Security, Risk Management or MIS
• Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP)
  Certified CRISC

What Are Our Desired Skills and Capabilities?

• Skills / Knowledge - A seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of area of specialization; resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways. This job is the fully qualified, career-oriented, journey-level position.
• Job Complexity - Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Networks with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise.
• Supervision - Normally receives little instruction on day-to-day work, general instructions on new assignments.
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Global Payments Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Global Payments provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department.