Director - Business Operations (Risk Management)

TL;DR

Director - Business Operations (Risk Management): Driving technology strategy, execution, and innovation in support of hirify.global's Group Risk Management organization with an accent on owning the GRC platform end-to-end, including strategy, roadmap, and day-to-day operations. Focus on leveraging data, platforms, and AI to deliver scalable, secure, and enterprise-aligned solutions for risk management.

Location: Hybrid in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA (at least 3 days a week in-office)

Company

hirify.global is a leading global technology company providing market services and solutions to financial institutions.

What you will do

• Serve as the primary technology leader for Group Risk Management functions.
• Own the GRC platform end-to-end, including operations, configuration, support, enhancements, and long-term roadmap.
• Define and execute hirify.global’s GRC technology strategy, ensuring effective support for risk identification, assessment, monitoring, reporting, and governance.
• Oversee internal teams and vendors supporting risk and GRC technology, ensuring reliable operations and scalable solutions.
• Lead the broader Group Risk Management technology roadmap, ensuring alignment with enterprise strategy and evolving business priorities.
• Proactively engage stakeholders to align priorities and translate enterprise strategy into executable initiatives with measurable outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 10+ years of experience in technology roles, with ownership of enterprise platforms and operational accountability.
• Demonstrated experience supporting Enterprise Risk Management, Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC), Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM), and Strategic Sourcing functions.
• Proven ability to contribute to risk program implementation, partner with senior leaders, and effectively influence stakeholders within complex, regulated environments.
• Strong understanding of modern technology architectures, including SaaS platforms, system integrations, data, analytics, and cloud-based solutions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills across global, cross-functional teams.

Nice to have

• Direct experience owning or operating a GRC platform, preferably LogicGate or a comparable solution.
• Experience supporting enterprise risk, financial risk, technology risk, or clearing risk functions.
• Familiarity with vendor management, service operations, and enterprise technology operating models.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive rewards package including base salary, annual bonus/commissions, and equity.
• 401(k) program with 6% employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount, and Student loan repayment program up to $10k.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with a Health Spending Account and employer contribution.
• Hybrid home/office schedule, generous paid time off, and paid flex days for mental wellbeing.
• Paid parental leave, fertility benefits, and paid bereavement leave.
• Education Assistance Program, robust job skills training, and professional development opportunities.