Senior Enterprise Risk Management ("ERM") Analyst

As Marqeta's Senior Enterprise Risk Management (“ERM”) Analyst, you will be a core risk team member helping shape how Marqeta identifies, assesses, and monitors risk across the organization. You will drive the design and implementation of a modern ERM framework that integrates risk management principles, advanced analytics, and financial quantification to protect the company and enable risk-balanced growth. This role requires an individual contributor who can translate emerging and existing risks into actionable business insights for cross functional leaders. We work Flexible First. This role can be performed remotely anywhere within Ontario or British Columbia, Canada. We’d love for you to join us! This position is for an existing vacancy. The Impact You’ll Have Drive the development and maturation of the ERM framework in partnership with our VP of Risk, ensuring it aligns with industry standards such as COSO. Facilitate enterprise-wide risk workshops to identify emerging threats across technology, finance, operations, and other critical risk domains. Maintain the Enterprise Risk Register and track Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) using advanced visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) to detect early warning signs. Define and operationalize risk treatment program, including risk remediation and risk acceptance processes. Assist in implementing GRC system solutions and AI-powered risk tools for real-time anomaly detection and automated risk reporting. Prepare quarterly risk dashboards and audit-ready documentation for senior management and risk committees. Collaborate across the "three lines of defense" to ensure risk management is integrated into day-to-day operations and decision making. Who You Are 5+ years of experience in risk, audit, or compliance roles, preferably within regulated and financial technology-centric environments. Deep understanding of modern GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) platforms and experience integrating AI/automation into risk workflows. Dashboard & KRI development Built dashboards for risk/compliance metrics Assisted with data pipelines to drive risk/compliance dashboard reporting Created automated reporting for stakeholder consumption Experience with BI tools (Tableau, PowerBI, Looker) Foundation of integrity and strong character to consistently represent Marqeta’s values Self-starter who is a consummate team player and has demonstrated the ability to thrive in the face of ambiguity Ability to prioritize, manage, and deliver on multiple projects; highly motivated and able to work in an agile environment Ability to foster a proactive, risk-aware culture and influence critical cross functional stakeholders in decision making Proficiency in data-driven risk assessment and complex problem-solving. Nice-To-Haves Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field Professional certification such as CRMP (Certified Risk Management Professional), CRM, CISA, or IRM qualifications is highly desirable. Strong grasp of current and emerging regulations involving risk management(e.g., ISO 31000 and COSO). Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills with the ability to work with stakeholders across different functions and levels, both internally and with partners. Startup/high-growth company experience with a proven track record of thriving in high-performing teams and fast-paced environments. Your Manager Matt Matuszak, VP, Risk Typical Process Application Submission Recruiter call Hiring manager video call Virtual “Onsite” consisting of 3, 45 min calls Offer! Compensation and Benefits Marqeta is a Flex First company which allows you to choose your best working environment, whether that be from home or at a company office. To support Flex First, we calibrate pay to a competitive value according to working location. When determining salaries, we consider several factors including, but not limited to, skills, prior experience, and work location. The new-hire base salary range for this position, reflected in CAD, is: 83,600 - 104,500 We also believe in recognizing the contributions of our people. That's why we award annual bonuses to eligible employees, rewarding both individual performance and the success of the entire company. Along with monetary compensation, Marqeta offers Multiple health insurance options Flexible vacation time Retirement savings program with company contribution Equity in a publicly-traded company Monthly stipend to support our remote work model Annual “development dollars” to support our people growth and development Family-forming benefits and up to 20 weeks of Parental Leave About Marqeta Marqeta is on a mission to change the way money moves. We’re one of the earliest enablers of embedded finance, a market opportunity sized up in the trillions. Our card issuing platform provides unprecedented flexibility and control for companies to issue cards, authorize transactions, and manage payment operations in real time. Marqeta is powering the most well known brands in the new economy (Block, Cash App, Affirm, Instacart, Doordash, Uber, Walmart, etc). You don’t need to be a Payments expert to join the Marqeta Team, let us help you with that. This is the opportunity of a lifetime to work with innovators around the world and unlock equitable financial access for all. Marqeta’s Values – Solve for the Customer: With a deep understanding of our customers' business and empathy for their needs, we deliver products and services that drive their success. Earning and keeping their trust guides everything we do. – Do What's Right: Knowing businesses and livelihoods depend on us, we pursue solutions that disrupt responsibly and deliver high-quality results that our customers count on. We own our work from start to finish. – Simplify and Innovate: We approach challenges with curiosity and take smart risks. Innovation comes from finding better, simpler ways to achieve extraordinary outcomes. – Win as a Team: We succeed together by embracing diverse perspectives and pushing each other to raise the bar. We lead with humility and set aside hierarchy to work as a team. – Make it Count: We drive forward with focus and agility. With a sense of urgency and purpose, we get the job done, and done right. Equal Employment Opportunity, Accommodations and Privacy Marqeta is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace that fosters belonging. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth, or related medical conditions), veteran status or uniformed service member status, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical or mental disability, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information (including testing or characteristics) or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Marqeta endeavors to make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to submit this application, complete any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please submit this form with your specific accommodation request. 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