Vice President, Risk Mitigation Solutions

Vice President, Risk Mitigation Solutions

Type: Direct Hire

Location: Remote (U.S.‑based; no CA or HI)

Compensation: $190,000 base + benefits (bonus potential)

Overview

The Vice President of Risk Mitigation Solutions will lead the creation and growth of a new fraud prevention business line serving credit unions and community banks. This executive role is ideal for a strategic, hands‑on leader with deep fraud and payments expertise who can translate complex risk challenges into scalable, client‑facing solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and launch a new fraud prevention and risk mitigation division, including strategy, market positioning, and resource planning
• Develop and deliver fraud prevention products, advisory services, and solutions for financial institutions
• Partner cross‑functionally with product, technology, and client teams to design and implement solutions
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive‑level clients, balancing fraud risk, member experience, and regulatory requirements
• Establish and manage strategic partnerships and third‑party solution providers
• Recruit, mentor, and lead a high‑performing team, fostering innovation and accountability
• Drive adoption of fraud prevention technologies, including data analytics and digital authentication tools
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and industry best practices for credit unions and community banks
• Represent the organization as a thought leader at industry events and client forums

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in fraud prevention, risk management, or related roles within financial services
• 10+ years working with credit unions, community banks, or similar institutions, including regulatory and compliance knowledge
• Proven experience building and scaling new business lines, products, or advisory services
• 10+ years of people leadership and management experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Information Technology, or related field (advanced degree preferred)
• CFE certification preferred

Must‑Have Skills

• Deep fraud, payments, and FinTech expertise
• Experience with solutions, product, or advisory service delivery
• Executive‑level, client‑facing communication skills
• Strong cross‑functional leadership and ownership mindset
• Sales or revenue‑influencing experience a plus