Head of Global Merchant Risk

At CrossCountry Consulting, we strive to be a distinctive advisory firm, deeply rooted in our Core Values, and dedicated to fostering a positive environment for both our clients and our team members. We believe that collaboration, enthusiasm, generosity, and perseverance are the key drivers of our success. Our advisory services encompass accounting and risk …

At CrossCountry Consulting, we have always aimed to distinguish ourselves as a premier advisory firm, one that not only prioritizes our Core Values but also commits to fostering a positive experience for both our clients and our team members. We believe that collaboration, enthusiasm, generosity, and perseverance are vital to our success. Our advisory solutions encompass various areas, including accounting, risk management, technology-enabled transformation, and transactions. We collaborate closely with our clients to navigate today’s challenges while delivering sustainable value for the future.Our dedication to our employees has been recognized through multiple accolades, including a spot on Inc5000's Fastest Growing Companies list and being named Glassdoor's Best Places to Work. Discover what our employees say about our distinctive culture by clicking here.As part of our expanding Risk Advisory practice in the Chicago region, you will serve as a trusted advisor to our clients. Your firsthand experience, unique insights, and functional expertise will enable you to deliver customized integrated solutions that address current challenges and lay the groundwork for future success. In your role as Director at CrossCountry Consulting, you will oversee a blend of client delivery, business development, team leadership, and mentorship of junior team members, in addition to being a key member of CrossCountry’s leadership team.In this capacity, you will spearhead delivery and growth across various technology risk domains, including IT controls and IT governance, risk, and compliance within the Chicago market.

We are seeking a highly analytical and strategic User Risk Strategist to join our Deal Advisory team at Stripe. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying and mitigating user risks associated with our financial services, ensuring the integrity and security of our platform. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop and implement risk assessment strategies while fostering a culture of compliance.

At CrossCountry Consulting, we strive to create an exceptional advisory firm distinguished by our Core Values, aiming to provide a positive experience not just for our clients but also for our employees. We believe that collaboration, enthusiasm, generosity, and perseverance are the key drivers of our success. Our advisory solutions encompass accounting and risk, technology-enabled transformation, and transactions, allowing us to partner with clients to tackle current challenges and generate future value.Our dedication to our team has garnered us multiple accolades, including recognition as one of Inc5000's Fastest Growing Companies and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work. Discover more about our unique culture through our employee reviews here.As a Director in our expanding Accounting Advisory practice, you will act as a trusted partner to our clients. You will leverage your firsthand experience and unique insights to deliver customized integrated solutions that address current issues and lay the groundwork for future growth. In this role, you will manage client delivery, drive business development, lead teams, and mentor junior team members, all while being an integral part of CrossCountry’s leadership team.

Company: AlixPartnersRole: Business Marketing Specialist – Risk AdvisoryLocation: New York, NY or Chicago, IL (Hybrid) About AlixPartners AlixPartners helps organizations solve complex business challenges, moving quickly from analysis to action. The firm values diversity, inclusion, and authentic collaboration, aiming to create an environment where employees, clients, and communities can thrive. AlixPartners continues to refine its policies and practices to support equity and growth for everyone. Work Model This position follows a hybrid schedule. Team members work onsite in the office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with remote work available on Monday and Friday. Relocation assistance is not offered for this role. Role Overview The Business Marketing Specialist joins the Corporate Services team, focusing on marketing programs that build the AlixPartners brand and drive measurable growth for assigned practices. This person serves as a key marketing partner to practice leaders, translating business goals into targeted marketing initiatives that can scale globally. The role reports to a Business Marketing Director and collaborates with colleagues across the marketing function and firm leadership. What You Will Do Develop and run integrated marketing programs for specific practices, ensuring campaign strategies align with business pipeline goals and firm priorities. Promote the firm’s corporate brand and marketing strategy within assigned sectors or practices, supporting global thought-leadership and adherence to brand guidelines. Work with the Marketing Director to set campaign strategies and design comprehensive programs that strengthen the practice’s reputation through proactive outreach, audience engagement, lead nurturing, and follow-up. Plan and execute events such as dinners, webinars, roundtables, and hospitality programs. Oversee details including audience selection, invitations, venue and vendor coordination, and post-event follow-up to ensure smooth delivery and trackable results. Monitor and analyze the effectiveness of marketing initiatives to refine and improve future strategies.

Join our dynamic team at Resultant as a Managing Director in GTM Technology Advisory (Private Equity). In this pivotal role, you will lead our efforts in delivering cutting-edge technology solutions tailored for private equity clients. Your expertise will guide strategic initiatives, enabling our clients to maximize their investments through innovative technology insights and implementation.As a key member of the leadership team, you will collaborate closely with our consulting experts, driving project success and cultivating long-term relationships with stakeholders. Your ability to navigate complex challenges and deliver results will be essential in enhancing our service offerings and expanding our market reach.

About Clear Street:Founded in 2018, Clear Street is at the forefront of transforming the brokerage landscape. We are a diversified financial services firm dedicated to modernizing outdated capital market infrastructure.Starting from the ground up, we have developed a fully cloud-native clearing and custody system tailored for today’s intricate global market. Our innovative prime brokerage platform significantly enhances market efficiency while prioritizing risk mitigation, redundancy reduction, and cost-effectiveness for our clients. Our vision is to establish a single source-of-truth platform applicable to every asset class, across all countries, and in any currency.By merging highly skilled product and engineering talent with experienced finance professionals, we are laying the groundwork to thrive in today’s fast-paced market environment.OverviewClear Street, LLC is on the lookout for a dynamic and experienced Associate Director to bolster our Risk & Margin team. This essential position entails managing daily margin operations, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards as well as internal policies, and spearheading strategic initiatives to boost team performance and facilitate business growth. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge in several critical areas, including financial instruments, collateral management, regulatory frameworks (such as Federal Reserve Regulation T, FINRA 4210, CFTC, and SEC 18a-3), and comprehensive front-to-back office trading and clearing processes.

Join AECOM as a Manager in our Advisory division, where you will lead and inspire teams to deliver exceptional services to our clients. Your expertise in strategic planning and project management will be vital in driving our initiatives forward. We are looking for a passionate leader who thrives in a collaborative environment.

Join J.S. Held’s esteemed Global Turnaround and Restructuring Practice, where we empower companies, investors, legal advisors, and financial institutions with the insights necessary for making informed business choices. Our global team of experts spans North America, Latin America, Europe, Africa, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, offering tailored support to meet diverse client needs. As leaders in boardroom discussions, C-suite strategies, and on-the-ground operations, our approach involves engaging with clients at all organizational levels. We strive to identify real challenges, develop actionable solutions, and enhance performance through effective strategy implementation. Job SummaryWe are actively seeking an Associate Director to join our dedicated Turnaround and Restructuring team. This role is ideal for candidates with 5-10 years of post-graduate experience in turnaround and restructuring, who are based in the Chicago, IL area. Key ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will have a proven record in turnaround and restructuring initiatives, including interim management, complex cash flow analyses, and operational restructuring. Your success will be measured by your ability to not only execute existing strategies but also to generate new deal flow. Financial Analysis and Modeling: Deliver comprehensive financial modeling, analyze substantial financial datasets, and create projections to inform turnaround strategies. Key tasks include:Developing and maintaining intricate financial models to forecast cash flows, profitability, and liquidity.Conducting sensitivity analyses to gauge the effects of various financial scenarios.Reviewing financial statements to discern trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.Preparing detailed financial reports and presentations for stakeholders.Operational Restructuring: Evaluate business plans, perform due diligence, and execute diverse strategies aimed at turnaround and profitability enhancement. Responsibilities entail:Assessing operational workflows to pinpoint inefficiencies and cost-saving opportunities.Formulating and enacting restructuring plans to boost operational performance.Collaborating with management teams on strategic initiatives.Tracking and reporting on the progress of restructuring efforts to ensure accountability and transparency.

Join Portage Point Partners as the Director of Accounting Advisory & Controllership Transformation (AACT), where you will lead transformative initiatives in accounting practices across multiple sectors. Your expertise will guide organizations through complex financial landscapes, enhancing their operational efficiency and compliance. This leadership role requires a strategic thinker with a passion for innovation in financial advisory.

Join our dynamic team at Stripe as a Credit Risk Strategist within our Risk Foundations division. We are seeking a strategic thinker with a passion for risk management to develop and implement innovative credit risk strategies that align with our growth ambitions.

Join our dynamic team at West Monroe Partners as a Senior Manager of Cybersecurity Strategy & Advisory. In this pivotal role, you will lead strategic cybersecurity initiatives, advising clients on best practices, risk management, and compliance. Your expertise will help shape the future of our clients' cybersecurity framework, ensuring they remain resilient against emerging threats.As a Senior Manager, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that address complex cybersecurity challenges. You'll leverage your deep industry knowledge to guide clients through the evolving cybersecurity landscape and assist them in achieving their security objectives.

Join Adyen as a Credit Risk Analyst, where you will play a vital role in managing and analyzing credit risks to ensure the financial stability of our clients. In this position, you will be responsible for evaluating credit applications, assessing client financials, and collaborating with teams to enhance risk management practices.

AECOM Advisory is on the lookout for a proactive and innovative Consultant to bolster our expanding global Advisory business line. We are in search of skilled management consultants who are committed to enhancing economic, environmental, and social vitality for our clients. This role is available in various locations including: Los Angeles, CA; San Francisco, CA; Sacramento, CA; Denver, CO; and Chicago, IL.AECOM Advisory leverages AECOM’s vast expertise in infrastructure design and implementation, serving as a trusted advisor to senior clients and executive teams tackling their most critical enterprise and strategic challenges. Our projects include assisting the City of LA with their Citywide Housing Incentive Program (CHIP) Ordinance, crafting SCAG’s Regional Resilience Toolkit, and executing an Integrated Human Resources Plan for LADWP’s Power System.We cater to a diverse array of clients within the infrastructure, built environment, and community vibrancy sector, such as national governments, regulatory bodies, city agencies, utilities, transit organizations, infrastructure operators, and investors. Our global team of 400 professionals includes business and policy analysts, economists, commercial strategists, technology architects, and specialists in human capital and change management. We empower our clients to develop their strategies, enhance operational performance, and integrate digital systems, creating value for stakeholders and positive impacts on communities.As a pioneering consulting firm, we draw on the operational and technical expertise of our extensive platform to provide clients with industry-specific insights and capabilities.Joining our collaborative and fast-paced team means you will be part of a diverse group of consulting experts. We take pride in our strong mentorship culture and our collective mission to address our clients’ most intricate challenges while promoting career growth and personal development.Role:In your role as a Consultant within AECOM Advisory’s US West Region, you will define, lead, and manage multiple tasks within workstreams as part of larger engagements. Your responsibilities will encompass:Utilizing existing frameworks and developing new solutions to dissect, dimensionalize, and analyze client challenges.Employing AI tools for baseline assessments and secondary research.Conducting stakeholder interviews, including with C-suite clients and senior management.Executing business modeling (market sizing, segmentation, penetration, adoption) and investment analysis, which includes constructing bespoke discounted cash flow (DCF) Excel models.

Lead Risk Advisor Location: New York, NY, Philadelphia, or Chicago About WithCoverage: WithCoverage revolutionizes the conventional insurance brokerage model through AI-enhanced risk management tailored for today's economy. We collaborate with numerous high-growth, industry-leading companies such as GoPuff, Eight Sleep, Bombas, Chomps, and Blank Street Coffee. Our clientele includes iconic consumer brands, hospitality pioneers, general contractors, advanced manufacturers, and next-generation defense contractors. They navigate intricate risk landscapes and seek a partner who can keep pace with their rapid evolution. Rather than relying on a disjointed, manual brokerage system, we have established a new paradigm: elite risk advisors utilizing proprietary technology. Our proprietary Agency Management System provides our team and AI agents comprehensive visibility into policies, exposures, claims, billing, and commissions. This platform facilitates substantial automation, informed decision-making, and a significantly elevated service standard. Founded by JD Ross (co-founder of Opendoor) and Max Brenner (Bain, Compound), WithCoverage has secured over $43 million from premier investors including Sequoia, 8VC, Khosla Ventures, and Crystal Venture Partners. We achieved more than 10x growth last year while remaining cash-flow positive, and we are just beginning to tap into our vast potential. Our vision extends beyond merely enhancing brokerage services; we aim to transform how risk is managed throughout the economy. Why Join Us: Accelerate Your Growth – Our rapid scaling offers you substantial opportunities to learn, lead, and influence your career and the future of the company. Impactful Work – We safeguard the world’s most innovative brands, including consumer icons, leaders in hospitality, and next-gen defense contractors. Redefine an Industry – The insurance sector is one of the largest and slowest-moving markets. We are rewriting the rulebook with proprietary technology, automation, and AI. Financial Incentives – We seek the best talent and invest in your future. This includes competitive compensation, meaningful equity, and exceptional benefits. We strongly believe in promoting from within and provide a clear pathway for everyone’s career advancement. About The Role: We are searching for a Lead Risk Advisor to manage client relationships from inception to completion while helping to scale a risk vertical. You will engage directly with business leaders...

Are you prepared to drive meaningful change?West Monroe is on the lookout for an experienced Senior Manager to become a vital part of our Operations Excellence team within the Enterprise Strategy & Execution (ES&E) domain.The ideal candidate will possess a wealth of knowledge in guiding clients through extensive transformation initiatives, ensuring that the value derived from these changes is maximized. This role involves establishing a centralized transformation office with distinct functions aimed at enhancing delivery orchestration, change management, enterprise architecture, vendor management, and value realization.Our ES&E consultants are dedicated to delivering holistic solutions that revamp operations through strategic sourcing, effective transformation management, and the optimization of people, processes, and technology. Candidates should also have the capability to develop and/or refine support methodologies and tools, integrating them with various consulting solutions (such as technology and industry practices).Your Responsibilities:Conduct assessments of transformation readiness, provide insights on the current and ideal states of existing transformation offices, and establish transformation offices to implement and sustain change.Act as a delivery leader on projects of moderate to high complexity and scale, communicating directly with client sponsors and demonstrating exceptional engagement management, client relationship, client satisfaction, risk management, and team leadership skills.Oversee engagement scope, budget, deliverables, profitability, work management and reporting, change management, vendor management, and team development.Collaborate with discipline leadership to shape the firm's direction and strategy in your functional area.Partner with industry practice leaders to create tailored go-to-market strategies.Stay updated on relevant technologies, develop methodologies, and ensure quality assurance and toolsets utilized within the practice remain top-notch.Position yourself as a key resource for business development opportunities by collaborating with other West Monroe practices to cross-sell capabilities to our clients, initiating multiple projects, leading complex pursuits, and identifying competitive threats or market trends.

Jump Trading Group is at the forefront of innovative research and development in the financial sector. We harness the expertise of exceptional talents in Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science to explore scientific boundaries, break through them, and apply cutting-edge research to the global financial markets. Our unique culture fosters constant innovation, encouraging fearlessness, creativity, intellectual honesty, and a competitive spirit. At Jump, we believe in collaborative success and harnessing individual talents through mutual respect. Our research outcomes are not just about superior risk-adjusted returns; they also drive technological advancements that reshape our world, support startups across various industries, and partner with leading global research entities and academic institutions to tackle pressing challenges.As a Risk Manager, you will be an integral part of Jump Trading's Global Risk Management team. This department is responsible for managing real-time risk across all trading teams and evaluating new trading strategies, markets, and products. Additionally, you will collaborate with the Core Development and Technology teams to enhance our internal risk frameworks, metrics, and reporting systems. This role is tailored for candidates with robust risk management expertise, technical acumen, and a proven track record of thriving in high-pressure environments.

ElectronX™ builds the first U.S.-regulated, direct access market for electricity derivatives. The company focuses on financial solutions that help manage the risks of volatile short-term electricity prices. With offices in Chicago and New York City, ElectronX aims to provide the financial infrastructure and risk management tools needed for the future of U.S. energy production and grid development. The company is backed by venture capital from Innovation Endeavors, Systemiq Capital, Equinor Ventures, Shell Ventures LLC, DCVC, Amplo, BoxGroup, and Lightning Capital. Role overview The Head of Risk will design and lead the enterprise risk framework as ElectronX expands across all U.S. Independent System Operators (ISOs) and moves toward margin-based trading. This position works closely with the Chief Risk Officer and shapes the company’s approach to market, credit, counterparty, operational, and liquidity risks. The role focuses on building a quantitative risk function tailored to the unique challenges of energy markets, rather than maintaining existing systems. Key responsibilities Develop and oversee the risk management framework for the exchange and Derivatives Clearing Organization (DCO). Define the organization’s risk appetite and tolerance levels. Establish risk governance structures, including policies, procedures, and escalation protocols. Implement monitoring and surveillance frameworks that go beyond regulatory compliance standards. Location This role is based in Chicago.

Join Legal & General as a Senior Operational Risk & Resilience Manager, where you will play a critical role in ensuring the stability and resilience of our operations. You will be responsible for identifying potential risks, developing strategies to mitigate them, and enhancing our overall operational framework. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive leader who thrives in a dynamic environment.