VP Associate Risk Officer Data Modeling

Job Description

Are you ready to write your next chapter?

Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. With proven technology, we process the largest volume of payments in the world, driving the global economy every day. When you join Worldpay, you join a global community of experts and changemakers, working to reinvent an industry by constantly evolving how we work and making the way millions of people pay easier, every day.

What makes a Worldpayer? It’s simple: Think, Act, Win. We stay curious, always asking the right questions to be better every day, finding creative solutions to simplify the complex. We’re dynamic, every Worldpayer is empowered to make the right decisions for their customers. And we’re determined, always staying open – winning and failing as one.

We’re looking for a Vice President, Fraud & Risk Data Modelling to join our ever-evolving team.

Are you ready to make your mark? Then you sound like a Worldpayer.

About the team
The VP, Fraud & Risk Data Modeling is a critical leadership role within the Risk team, addressing the urgent need for a senior expert with a strong background in fraud risk data modeling.
This role drives portfolio performance improvements through advanced data sciences expertise.

Reporting into the broader Risk organization, this executive will oversee risk management functions for a significant sub-part of the company (e.g., major region, division, or corporate-level responsibility), collaborating with cross-functional teams to mitigate business risks and enhance decision-making through cutting-edge modeling and analytics.

What you’ll own

• Define and execute the strategic vision for fraud and risk data modeling, aligning with organizational goals to optimize portfolio performance and mitigate losses.

• Lead the assessment, analysis, and mitigation of business risks, including fraud risk management, credit risk automation, portfolio performance oversight, and loss mitigation using advanced statistics and data sciences.

• Drive innovation by leveraging advanced analysis and modeling techniques to address emerging fraud and risk trends in the payments ecosystem.

• Manage key performance indicators (KPIs) such as portfolio risk levels, loss mitigation effectiveness, and model accuracy, ensuring operational excellence and measurable outcomes.

• Partner with technology and data teams to develop and maintain industry-leading risk models and tools, ensuring scalability and compliance with regulatory standards.

• Cultivate relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners to enhance risk management capabilities and vendor collaboration.

Where you’ll own it

You’ll own it in one of our hubs in the US. Our sites are hubs of activity, conversation, and openness. With inspiring, stylish workspaces we want people to feel excited to come and do their best work.

What you bring

• Master’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience). Certification or equivalent experience in fraud/risk management is required.

• 10+ years of leadership experience in fraud risk management, data science, or financial technology, with a focus on advanced analytics and modeling.

• Proven success in driving portfolio performance and mitigating risks through data-driven strategies in a B2B or payments environment.

• Deep expertise in advanced statistics, data sciences, and risk modeling, with specific merchant industry experience in fraud, credit risk, and vendor relationship management.

• Strategic mindset with the ability to prioritize complex actions and integrate cross-functional efforts to achieve company-wide goals.

• Exceptional communication, team-building, and negotiation skills, with the ability to articulate complex issues clearly to diverse audiences.

• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive issues with discretion and provide candid, consistent leadership in a fast-paced global environment.

Worldpay perks - what we’ll bring for you

We know it’s bigger than just your career. It’s your life, and your world. That’s why we offer global benefits and programs to support you at every stage. Here’s a taste of what you can expect.

• A competitive salary and benefits.

• Time to support charities and give back to your community.

• Parental leave policy.

• Global recognition platform.

• Virgin Pulse access.

• Global employee assistance program.

What makes a Worldpayer

At Worldpay, we take our Values seriously, and we live them every day. Think like a customer, Act like an owner, and Win as a team.

• Curious. Humble. Creative. We ask the right questions, listening and learning to get better every day. We simplify the complex and we’re always looking to create a bigger impact for our colleagues and customers.

• Empowered. Accountable. Dynamic. We stay agile, using our initiative, taking calculated risks to progress. Never standing still, never settling, we work at pace to achieve our goals. We champion our ideas and stay flexible to make them happen. We know that every action adds up.

• Determined. Inclusive. Open. Unlocking potential means working as one global community. Our work spans borders, and we stay united by our purpose. We collaborate, always encouraging others to perform at their best, welcoming new perspectives.

Does this sound like you? Then you sound like a Worldpayer.

Apply now to write the next chapter in your career. We can’t wait to hear from you.

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EEOC Statement

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For positions located in the US, the following conditions apply. If you are made a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to undergo a drug test. ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Sourcing Model

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