Description
We are seeking a Manager, Global Health & Safety Program Governance to join our Global Workplace Services (GWS) team. As a key partner to senior leadership and enterprise stakeholders, you will help establish a sustainable governance model that supports regulatory compliance, operational readiness, and continuous improvement across our global footprint.
Job Summary: In this role, you will build and shape a global First Line Health & Safety governance program, bringing together existing capabilities under a cohesive framework that strengthens consistency, accountability, and risk management across GWS.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a strategic program roadmap, translating objectives into actionable plans, priorities, milestones, and measurable outcomes.
- Integrate existing H&S capabilities into a cohesive global governance model while maintaining appropriate functional ownership.
- Develop and maintain global H&S governance frameworks, policies, standards, and minimum requirements to promote consistent practices across GWS.
- Establish clear roles, responsibilities, decision rights, and accountability across GWS, regional teams, and enterprise partners.
- Identify, assess, and monitor H&S-related governance, operational, and compliance risks across GWS' global footprint.
- Lead GWS' coordinated response to significant H&S regulatory events, inspections, and inquiries, partnering with Legal, operational teams, and enterprise stakeholders to ensure timely escalation, appropriate response, and resolution.
- Establish and coordinate a global network of regional H&S representatives to support consistent reporting, accountability, and program execution.
- Influence senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to drive alignment, resolve challenges, and advance program priorities.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or military experience
- At least 5 years of experience in risk management, compliance, or governance
- At least 3 years of experience developing, implementing, or managing programs, governance frameworks, or risk and compliance initiatives
- At least 3 years of experience leading teams or cross-functional initiatives, demonstrating the ability to influence stakeholders, drive accountability, and deliver results
Preferred Qualifications:
- 7+ years of experience in risk management, compliance, governance, or program management
- Experience designing and building programs from the ground up, including establishing governance frameworks, operating modes, and sustainable processes
- Experience navigating complex regulatory environments, including partnering with Legal and other stakeholders on regulatory matters, inspections, or significant compliance events
- Experience influencing senior leadership and driving organizational change across complex, matrixed, or global organizations
- Experience in occupational Health & Safety, Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S), or workplace safety governance
Salary: Chicago, IL: $138,100 - $157,700 per year McLean, VA: $151,900 - $173,400 per year Plano, TX: $138,100 - $157,700 per year Richmond, VA: $138,100 - $157,700 per year
Benefits: Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial, and other benefits that support your total well-being.