Risk Analyst - Operational Risk Management

Who we are is what we do.

Deel is the all-in-one payroll and HR platform for global teams. Our vision is to unlock global opportunity for every person, team, and business. Built for the way the world works today, Deel combines HRIS, payroll, compliance, benefits, performance, and equipment management into one seamless platform. With AI-powered tools and a fully owned payroll infrastructure, Deel supports every worker type in 150+ countries—helping businesses scale smarter, faster, and more compliantly.

Among the largest globally distributed companies in the world, our team of 7,000 spans more than 100 countries, speaks 74 languages, and brings a connected and dynamic culture that drives continuous learning and innovation for our customers.

Why should you be part of our success story?

As the fastest-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) company in history, Deel is transforming how global talent connects with world-class companies – breaking down borders that have traditionally limited both hiring and career opportunities. We're not just building software; we're creating the infrastructure for the future of work, enabling a more diverse and inclusive global economy. In 2024 alone, we paid $11.2 billion to workers in nearly 100 currencies and provided healthcare and benefits to workers in 109 countries—ensuring people get paid and protected, no matter where they are.

Our momentum is reflected in our achievements and customer satisfaction: CNBC Disruptor 50, Forbes Cloud 100, Deloitte Fast 500, and repeated recognition on Y Combinator’s top companies list – all while maintaining a 4.83 average rating from 15,000 reviews across G2, Trustpilot, Captera, Apple and Google.

Your experience at Deel will be a career accelerator. At the forefront of the global work revolution, you'll tackle complex challenges that impact millions of people's working lives. With our momentum—backed by a $17.3 billion valuation and $1 B in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) in just over five years—you'll drive meaningful impact while building expertise that makes you a sought-after leader in the transformation of global work.

About the role

The Risk Analyst will play a hands-on role in supporting the execution of the Operational Risk Management Framework (ORMF). This role is responsible for performing analysis, coordinating processes, and maintaining high-quality operational risk data across the organisation.The analyst role focuses on execution, monitoring, and reporting to ensure operational risk programs are delivered accurately and on time.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the day-to-day application of the Operational Risk Management Framework.

• Contribute to ensuring policies, procedures, and guidance are accessible and practical.

• Coordinate scheduling, data collection, and documentation for RCSAs.

• Support facilitators during workshops by preparing materials and documenting outputs.

• Collect and validate data for KRIs, maintain KRI dashboards and escalate breaches.

• Track open issues and follow up with owners for updates. Ensure remediation actions are documented and evidence of closure is collected.

• Produce draft risk dashboards, trend analysis, and reporting packs for review by management.

• Ensure reporting is consistent, accurate, and delivered on time.

• Assist with documenting operational risk considerations for change initiatives.

• Research and summarise external developments and emerging risks for internal awareness.

• Promote consistent application of operational risk practices through reminders, training support, and document updates.

Skills and Competencies

• A minimum of 5 years in operational risk, audit, or related functions within financial services, payments, or FinTech.

• Hands-on experience with ORM programs, including a minimum of four of the following programs:

  • RCSAs

  • KRIs

  • Issues & Action Plans

  • Operational Risk Events

  • Third Party Risk Management

  • Scenario Analysis

  • Enterprise Business Continuity and Crisis Management

  • Change Risk Management and/or Change Governance

• Strong attention to detail with experience managing structured risk data.

• Good analytical skills, with ability to identify patterns and trends.

• Clear written and verbal communication for reports and stakeholder interactions.

• Degree in Risk Management, Business, Finance, or related field.

• Professional certifications (e.g., ORM, CRISC, FRM) desirable but not required.

Total Rewards

Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all. 

Some things you’ll enjoy

• Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location

• Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country

• The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access

At Deel, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Unless otherwise agreed, we will communicate with job applicants using Deel-specific emails, which include @deel.com and other acquired company emails like @payspace.com and @paygroup.com. You can view the most up-to-date job listings at Deel by visiting our careers page.

Deel is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects different abilities, backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, identities and perspectives.

Deel will provide accommodations on request throughout the recruitment, selection and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodations, please inform our Talent Acquisition Team via this link and a team member will be in touch to ensure your equal participation. If you have difficulty accessing the form, please email at [email protected].

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