Risk Manager

Job Description:

About the Role:

Remitly Europe Limited (REL) is authorised and regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland under PSD2 passporting payment services across the EEA as part of Remitlys global mission. Were looking for an experienced Risk Manager to strengthen RELs second-line enterprise risk function in Dublin reporting directly to the Chief Risk Officer and acting as their deputy. This role sits at the heart of RELs governance framework playing a critical part in ensuring risk is identified assessed managed and reported in line with CBI regulatory expectations the Individual Accountability Framework and applicable EU requirements including PSD2 EBA Guidelines and DORA. Youll work closely with the CRO Compliance Internal Audit and senior business leadership to embed a robust risk culture across the organisation.

You Will:

• Own and continuously improve RELs Enterprise Risk Management framework driving risk identification and assessment across strategic operational and compliance domains maintaining the risk register and KRIs overseeing operational risk incident management and leading thematic risk assessments including RCSAs EWRAs outsourcing and ICT/cyber risk reviews in line with CBI EBA and DORA requirements.
• Lead governance and regulatory reporting by preparing and presenting risk dashboards RCSA outputs incident summaries and risk appetite monitoring reports to the Risk & Controls Committee and Board; act as deputy to the CRO under the Fitness & Probity regime; and coordinate with Internal Audit Compliance and the CBI during supervisory engagements and PRISM-driven reviews.
• Champion a risk-aware consumer-centric culture across REL by delivering risk training and awareness programmes providing advisory support to the CRO and senior management on emerging risks and regulatory developments and ensuring RELs risk policies and frameworks remain current with evolving CBI and EBA guidance.

You Have:

• 8 years of progressive experience in Enterprise Risk Operational Risk or a governance function within a CBI-regulated entity ideally an authorised Payment Institution Electronic Money Institution or similar regulated financial services firm.
• Demonstrable knowledge of the CBI regulatory framework including PSD2 the Consumer Protection Code 2025 the IAF/SEAR regime Fitness & Probity Standards and EBA Guidelines alongside practical experience conducting RCSAs EWRAs and thematic risk reviews.
• Excellent analytical written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distil complex regulatory requirements into practical frameworks and present risk analysis clearly to Board Executive and regulatory audiences.
• Familiarity with the CBIs PRISM supervisory model experience interfacing with regulators and proficiency in GRC platforms and MI reporting tools.

Compensation Details. The starting base salary range for this position is typically. In Ireland Remitly employees are shareholders in our Company and equity is part of our total compensation plan. Your recruiter can share more information about medical benefits offered as well as other financial benefits and total compensation components offered with this role.

Our Benefits:

• 34 days of vacation (including public holidays)
• Group private medical insurance
• Group pension (6% contributed) and group income protection
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Mental Health & Family Forming Benefits
• Learning and Development Benefits

Our Connected Work Culture: Driving Innovation Together

At Remitly we believe that true innovation sparks when we come together. Our Connected Work Culture fosters dynamic in-person collaboration where ideas ignite and challenging problems find solutions faster. For corporate team members we have an in-office expectation of at least 50% of the time monthly typically achieved by coming in three days a week. This creates a consistent meaningful overlap that supports team norms and business needs. Managers also have the flexibility to set higher expectations based on their teams specific needs. These intentional in-office moments are vital for deepening relationships fueling creativity and ensuring your impact is felt where it matters most.

Remitly is an E-Verify Employer

At Remitly we are dedicated to ensuring that our workplace offers equal employment opportunities to all employees and candidates in full compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Remitly is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.