MERGE
Overview
We bring together the minds and passions of creative pioneers, tech innovators, and data explorers to help ambitious clients solve business challenges and rise to the top. MERGE has enduring client partnerships with American Express, T-Mobile, LG, Subway, Kate Spade NY, Coach, The North Face, Meta, Adobe, BlueCross BlueShield, Abbott, Astellas, Supernus, CSL, GE Healthcare, Broward Health, Indiana University Health, Nationwide, and Morgan Stanley. With offices in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Kansas City, Montreal, New York City and Los Angeles. MERGE uses a talent-to-task process that enables clients to think higher and feel deeper about their customers. Promote Health, Wellness & Happiness We are committed to promoting health, wellness and happiness in the world by partnering with purpose-driven clients in healthcare, life science, and consumer products. Our deep vertical expertise and category insights stem from decade-long partnerships with our top clients. Emerge to the Top of Your Career At MERGE, we strive to create a superior work experience where talented and ambitious people grow. An experience that encourages people to think higher and feel deeper. An experience where people engage their minds and hearts to do the best work of their careers.
As our Corporate Risk Manager you will
You’ll be the architect of our enterprise-wide risk framework, partnering with leaders across the business to identify, assess, and mitigate risks before they impact momentum. You’ll bring structure to complexity, help shape decisions, and ensure we’re resilient, compliant, and future-ready. This is a high-impact role for a sharp, strategic thinker who thrives in dynamic environments—and knows how to balance risk control with business agility.
Be Accountable and Responsible
Enterprise Risk Strategy & Framework
Lead the development and implementation of MERGE’s enterprise risk management (ERM) framework, ensuring alignment with business strategy and operations Establish and evolve our risk appetite and tolerance levels with input from executive leadership. Embed risk intelligence into the organization’s decision-making processes and planning cycles Proactively identify strategic, operational, financial, technological, regulatory, cybersecurity, reputational, and compliance-related risks across the enterprise Conduct in-depth, data-driven risk assessments using both qualitative and quantitative methodologies Monitor internal and external risk trends—especially those relevant to a marketing and technology-driven organization Analyze privacy and data security risks related to Personally Identifiable Information (PII), HIPAA, and other regulatory frameworks Design and recommend scalable, practical risk mitigation strategies that align with business priorities Partner with leaders across business units to implement and operationalize controls Ensure mitigation plans are embedded, not bolted on—balancing rigor with usability Develop and manage key risk indicators (KRIs), early warning systems, and risk heat maps Deliver high-impact reporting and insights to senior management Support quarterly risk updates, Board presentations, and ad hoc deep-dives on priority risk areas Crisis Management & Business Continuity
Shape and test enterprise-wide crisis response and business continuity plans Conduct scenario planning and tabletop exercises to prepare the organization for disruption Help ensure operational continuity and recovery protocols are current, clear, and actionable Regulatory Compliance & Governance
Ensure the company’s risk practices meet or exceed relevant legal, regulatory, and industry standards (GDPR, HIPAA, etc.) Conduct and support contractual risk assessments for clients, partners, and vendors Collaborate with Legal and Compliance teams to align enterprise risk with contractual obligations and third-party oversight Stakeholder Collaboration & Engagement
Build strong relationships with senior leaders, Legal, Compliance, Internal Audit, and Insurance Serve as a trusted advisor—communicating risk in a clear, actionable, and business-oriented way Champion risk education and awareness across teams through training and engagement Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Risk Management, Business Administration, or a related field Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent) or professional certification (e.g., CRM, FRM, CIA, CISA) preferred 5–8+ years of progressive experience in enterprise risk management, internal audit, or regulatory compliance Industry experience in marketing, technology, healthcare, or professional services is highly valuable. Demonstrated expertise in contractual risk, data privacy, and cybersecurity controls Proven application of risk methodologies such as ISO 31000, COSO ERM, and FAIR frameworks Analytical powerhouse with the ability to distill complexity into clarity Strong communicator who can build trust and drive action across levels and functions Adept at using dashboards, reports, and visual storytelling to make risk insights resonate Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving structure in a high-growth, agile business High integrity, sound judgment, and a pragmatic mindset focused on enabling—not inhibiting—growth MERGE is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status or people with abilities. Compensation & Benefits
The salary range for this role is
$175,000-$200,000 , based on the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, location, and other relevant factors. The salary pay range is subject to change and may be modified at any time. MERGE offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401K, Lifestyle Spending Account, Employer Paid Life & Disability Insurance, Flexible Time off & Holidays, and other benefits. Work Model
MERGE offers a hybrid work model. If you live in a city with an office (Chicago, Denver, Atlanta, New York, Boston, Kansas City), you are encouraged to come into the office 2 days a week.
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We bring together the minds and passions of creative pioneers, tech innovators, and data explorers to help ambitious clients solve business challenges and rise to the top. MERGE has enduring client partnerships with American Express, T-Mobile, LG, Subway, Kate Spade NY, Coach, The North Face, Meta, Adobe, BlueCross BlueShield, Abbott, Astellas, Supernus, CSL, GE Healthcare, Broward Health, Indiana University Health, Nationwide, and Morgan Stanley. With offices in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Kansas City, Montreal, New York City and Los Angeles. MERGE uses a talent-to-task process that enables clients to think higher and feel deeper about their customers. Promote Health, Wellness & Happiness We are committed to promoting health, wellness and happiness in the world by partnering with purpose-driven clients in healthcare, life science, and consumer products. Our deep vertical expertise and category insights stem from decade-long partnerships with our top clients. Emerge to the Top of Your Career At MERGE, we strive to create a superior work experience where talented and ambitious people grow. An experience that encourages people to think higher and feel deeper. An experience where people engage their minds and hearts to do the best work of their careers.
As our Corporate Risk Manager you will
You’ll be the architect of our enterprise-wide risk framework, partnering with leaders across the business to identify, assess, and mitigate risks before they impact momentum. You’ll bring structure to complexity, help shape decisions, and ensure we’re resilient, compliant, and future-ready. This is a high-impact role for a sharp, strategic thinker who thrives in dynamic environments—and knows how to balance risk control with business agility.
Be Accountable and Responsible
Enterprise Risk Strategy & Framework
Lead the development and implementation of MERGE’s enterprise risk management (ERM) framework, ensuring alignment with business strategy and operations Establish and evolve our risk appetite and tolerance levels with input from executive leadership. Embed risk intelligence into the organization’s decision-making processes and planning cycles Proactively identify strategic, operational, financial, technological, regulatory, cybersecurity, reputational, and compliance-related risks across the enterprise Conduct in-depth, data-driven risk assessments using both qualitative and quantitative methodologies Monitor internal and external risk trends—especially those relevant to a marketing and technology-driven organization Analyze privacy and data security risks related to Personally Identifiable Information (PII), HIPAA, and other regulatory frameworks Design and recommend scalable, practical risk mitigation strategies that align with business priorities Partner with leaders across business units to implement and operationalize controls Ensure mitigation plans are embedded, not bolted on—balancing rigor with usability Develop and manage key risk indicators (KRIs), early warning systems, and risk heat maps Deliver high-impact reporting and insights to senior management Support quarterly risk updates, Board presentations, and ad hoc deep-dives on priority risk areas Crisis Management & Business Continuity
Shape and test enterprise-wide crisis response and business continuity plans Conduct scenario planning and tabletop exercises to prepare the organization for disruption Help ensure operational continuity and recovery protocols are current, clear, and actionable Regulatory Compliance & Governance
Ensure the company’s risk practices meet or exceed relevant legal, regulatory, and industry standards (GDPR, HIPAA, etc.) Conduct and support contractual risk assessments for clients, partners, and vendors Collaborate with Legal and Compliance teams to align enterprise risk with contractual obligations and third-party oversight Stakeholder Collaboration & Engagement
Build strong relationships with senior leaders, Legal, Compliance, Internal Audit, and Insurance Serve as a trusted advisor—communicating risk in a clear, actionable, and business-oriented way Champion risk education and awareness across teams through training and engagement Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Risk Management, Business Administration, or a related field Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent) or professional certification (e.g., CRM, FRM, CIA, CISA) preferred 5–8+ years of progressive experience in enterprise risk management, internal audit, or regulatory compliance Industry experience in marketing, technology, healthcare, or professional services is highly valuable. Demonstrated expertise in contractual risk, data privacy, and cybersecurity controls Proven application of risk methodologies such as ISO 31000, COSO ERM, and FAIR frameworks Analytical powerhouse with the ability to distill complexity into clarity Strong communicator who can build trust and drive action across levels and functions Adept at using dashboards, reports, and visual storytelling to make risk insights resonate Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving structure in a high-growth, agile business High integrity, sound judgment, and a pragmatic mindset focused on enabling—not inhibiting—growth MERGE is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status or people with abilities. Compensation & Benefits
The salary range for this role is
$175,000-$200,000 , based on the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, location, and other relevant factors. The salary pay range is subject to change and may be modified at any time. MERGE offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401K, Lifestyle Spending Account, Employer Paid Life & Disability Insurance, Flexible Time off & Holidays, and other benefits. Work Model
MERGE offers a hybrid work model. If you live in a city with an office (Chicago, Denver, Atlanta, New York, Boston, Kansas City), you are encouraged to come into the office 2 days a week.
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