Sr. Manager, Risk Governance & Assurance

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The Risk Strategy, Operations & Policy Governance team at eBay is a high‑impact, fast‑moving organization that drives scalable transformation across our global Risk ecosystem. We partner across Risk Policy, Product, Business, Internal Audit, Technology, Legal, and ERM to embed strong governance discipline into strategic execution and ensure our risk practices evolve with the pace of the marketplace.

We are seeking an experienced Sr. Manager, Risk Governance & Assurance to lead enterprise governance programs, strengthen organizational accountability, and advance the maturity of eBay’s risk management framework. This role is ideal for a strategic, detail‑oriented operator who excels at building structure, driving clarity, and leading cross‑functional initiatives.

As the Sr. Manager for Risk Governance & Assurance, you will serve as the operational backbone of eBay’s governance ecosystem. You will own the enterprise Risk Register, lead key assurance touchpoints, run the Risk Policy Committee, and ensure policies, controls, and documentation remain accurate, current, and aligned with business priorities.

You will be the primary point of contact for Internal Audit, Second Line of Defense, ERM, and Payment Entity governance reviews—driving coordination, consistency, and timely remediation. You will also lead automation and modernization efforts for the Risk Register and identify opportunities to leverage AI and workflow technologies to streamline governance operations.

• Lead Internal Audit & Second Line Engagements — Own all audit and assurance touchpoints, coordinating reviews, tracking issues, and driving timely, end‑to‑end remediation in partnership with the Risk organization.
• Policy Lifecycle Ownership — Manage policy reviews and updates within the GRC platform, ensuring alignment between policies, risks, and controls.
• Run the Risk Policy Committee — Lead policy review and approval processes across Risk and Trust leadership.
• Own the Enterprise Risk Register — Manage daily operations, ensure accuracy of risks and controls, and lead automation and workflow improvements.
• End‑to‑End Traceability — Maintain linkage between risks, controls, policies, audit findings, and remediation activities.
• ERM & Cross‑Functional Governance Leadership — Serve as the primary liaison for ERM updates and Payment Entity governance reviews while partnering with Risk, Internal Audit, Technology, Legal, Privacy, Security, and business teams to ensure consistent, accurate reporting and strengthen governance practices.
• Governance Process & Technology Enablement — Lead requirements gathering and documentation of governance processes; develop clear workflows and process maps; partner with Product and Technology teams to translate governance needs into functional requirements; and drive efficiency through AI, automation, and workflow technologies.
• Strategic Initiative Execution — Lead governance initiatives and special projects from concept through implementation.
• Support and lead ad‑hoc projects across the Risk organization.

• Dedicated to eBay's Hybrid Work Model with 3 days onsite in our Austin office each week.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 10+ years in Governance, Risk Management, Risk Operations, Internal Audit, or related fields
• Experience in payments, fintech, or other regulated environments
• Proven ability to design and evolve governance frameworks, not just operate existing processes
• Experience leading Internal Audit and Second Line of Defense engagements
• Experience owning enterprise Risk Registers and governance documentation
• Experience managing policies and standards within a GRC platform
• Strong business analysis skills: requirements gathering, workflow documentation, user stories, technical writing
• Experience developing BRDs, governance documentation, executive communications, and process documentation
• Proficiency with Visio, Lucidchart, or similar tools
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to work cross‑functionally in a matrix environment and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Demonstrated ability to translate strategy into execution and manage multiple priorities
• Experience leveraging AI, automation, and workflow technologies to improve governance processes
• Experience using enterprise platforms such as Salesforce or similar tools
• Ability to craft clear, persuasive executive‑level presentations and deliver cohesive storylines to senior leadership and governance bodies

You are a strategic thinker, a proactive problem‑solver, and a collaborative partner who thrives in a dynamic environment. You excel at building scalable processes, driving clarity, and leading cross‑functional initiatives from concept through completion. You communicate clearly, influence effectively, and bring operational rigor to everything you do.

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Additional Details

The base pay range for this position is expected in the range below:

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including location, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a target bonus and restricted stock units (as applicable) in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as PTO and parental leave). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Remote roles are not eligible for U.S. visa sponsorship.

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