Risk Strategy & CRO Office - Senior Manager II
BBVA
Posted: April 30, 2026
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Quick Summary
We are seeking a Senior Manager II to join our Risk Strategy & CRO Office team in Madrid. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Risk Management and a proven track record of driving business growth and creating value, with expertise in data-driven decision making.
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Job Description
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BBVA es una compañía global con más de 160 años de historia que opera en más de 25 países donde damos servicio a más de 80 millones de clientes. Somos más de 121.000 profesionales trabajando en equipos multidisciplinares con perfiles tan diversos como financieros, expertos legales, científicos de datos, desarrolladores, ingenieros y diseñadores.
Conoce más sobre el área:
Global Risk Management (GRM) is dedicated to contributing to the Group’s responsible growth and recurring value creation by implementing a holistic and forward-looking approach to manage all financial risks. Our approach supports profitable growth by embedding a Radical Client Perspective in everything we do, driving risk transformation through an AI-first mindset integrated into our day-to-day, and promoting the Group’s risk culture with the best team.
You will join the Risk Strategy & CRO Office team, which has two primary objectives:
• Defining and implementing the GRM Strategic Plan, adapting it to market dynamics, regulatory shifts and internal priorities
• Supporting the Group CRO by providing strategic insights and facilitating decision-making in key forums, committees and supervisory engagements while adopting the use of AI
Sobre el puesto
You will work in a highly dynamic and visible function, collaborating across multiple teams within GRM and across the BBVA Group. The role requires a high degree of ownership and seniority to manage shifting priorities during key reporting cycles and regulatory engagements. Key responsibilities include:
• Supporting the CRO Office: prepare executive-level analyses, reports and presentations for the Group CRO’s participation in key forums, including risk committees, supervisory meetings and strategic discussions
• Shaping GRM strategy: contribute to the definition and evolution of the GRM Strategic Plan, ensuring it aligns with BBVA’s corporate strategy, regulatory developments and industry trends
• Driving cross-functional collaboration: Coordinating with teams across GRM and BBVA’s broader organization to foster alignment and innovation in risk management
Who We’re Looking For
Qualifications & Experience:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in risk management, corporate strategy or financial transformation within a top-tier financial institution or global organization
• Strong track record in working in multi-disciplinary teams and high-level strategic initiatives
• Experience in risk frameworks, regulatory developments and digital transformation is highly valued
Key Skills & Competencies:
• Strategic mindset: Ability to define, structure and execute risk strategies with a long-term vision
• Analytical excellence: Strong data-driven approach, translating complex information into actionable insights
• Project management: Ability to manage complex projects, competing deadlines and cross-functional collaboration
• Communication & stakeholder engagement: strong written and verbal skills, with the ability to engage with senior leaders
• Fluency in English (C1 level) and Spanish is required
• Experience leveraging AI tools (e.g., Chat GPT, Gemini, Claude…) with the ability to translate them into initiatives that enhance risk management, decision-making, and operational efficiency
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs and Slides) or equivalent tools (Excel, Word and PowerPoint): ability to create impactful presentations, analytical reports and strategic documents for senior leadership and regulatory bodies
• Teamwork & innovation: Ability to coordinate and communicate across multinational teams, working proactively and autonomously while embracing flexibility and innovation
What We Offer
• A strategic position within BBVA’s Global Risk Management function, directly contributing to the area's strategy and its alignment with the Group’s goals
• A collaborative, dynamic environment that values strategic innovation and cross-functional teamwork with exposure to senior leadership
• Professional growth and career development opportunities within a leading global financial institution
Legal Requirements
• Applicants should meet all legal and regulatory requirements for the position and be willing to undergo relevant background checks if required.
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