Sr Manager, Internal Controls, Dublin Pike

Job Summary

The Senior Manager, Head of Global Merchant Lending Controls&Governance, leads a team responsible for overseeing end‑to‑end risk management, governance, and control processes for PayPal's SMB Lending Business. This role drives strategy and model governance, risk lifecycle management and issue management, ensuring regulatory compliance while partnering cross‑functionally with business, risk, legal, and external stakeholders. The position requires strong leadership, communication, and risk expertise to support business growth, manage complex initiatives, and maintain effective oversight across products and operations.Essential Responsibilities

Lead complex projects related to internal controls and risk management. Resolve complex problems by applying specialized knowledge in internal controls. Develop methods and procedures for new assignments to improve internal control processes. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to implement best practices in internal controls.Analyze current business trends to inform internal control strategies and improvements. Minimum Qualifications

8+ years relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree OR any equivalent combination of education and experience. Additional Responsibilities&Preferred Qualifications

Lead end‑to‑end risk lifecycle management, including strategy governance, model governance, policy, and controls oversight across lending products. Drive governance programs and enhancements to ensure strong execution, consistency, and alignment with regulatory expectations. Oversee identification, tracking, and resolution of risk issues and incidents, ensuring timely remediation and escalation.Act as a key point of contact for external partners and internal stakeholders on governance, risk, and control matters. Partner cross‑functionally with business, risk, compliance, audit, and legal teams to support product initiatives and ensure compliant growth. Lead horizontal governance work stream, leading governance forums and committees by preparing materials, facilitating discussions, and driving decision‑making outcomes.Lead, coach, and develop a team, setting priorities and ensuring high‑quality delivery across a broad and evolving scope. What do you need to bring

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, or related field (Master’s preferred). 10+ years’ experience in governance, risk management, or compliance—preferably within lending or credit products. Strong understanding of global regulatory frameworks and industry best practices.Proven ability to implement governance frameworks and risk mitigation strategies. Expertise in credit model lifecycle governance and oversight. Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills. Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to influence across functions.Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, global environment and manage multiple priorities. Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CRCM, CAMS, FRM) are advantageous. Benefits

At PayPal, we’re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. We offer comprehensive, choice‑based programs to support all aspects of personal wellbeing—physical, emotional, and financial—delivering meaningful value where it matters most. We strive to create a flexible, balanced workculture with a holistic approach to benefits, including generous paid time off, healthcare coverage for you and your family, and resources to create financial security and support your mental health.EEO Statement

PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at .

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