Risk Assessment Consultant - Payments-Contract-(8 Months)

Contract roles are geared toward independent professionals interested in temporary or project-based work. Sia Title: Project Specialist (Non-Exempt Contractor)Project Title: Risk Assessment Consultant - PaymentsLevel: Mid Project Length: This is a temporary position with an expected duration of 8 monthsProject Hours: 40 hours/week Location: New York, NY or San Francisco, CA PreferredThe expected compensation for this contract is $90 to $100 per hour. The exact pay rate will vary depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to skills, experience, and location.Key Responsibilities: One of our premier clients is seeking a seasoned professional with expertise in payment risk management to join our growing Tech practice. The ideal contractor will have 5 years of management consulting experience in the financial services or tech industry, with a deep understanding of the payments ecosystem and associated risks. This includes identifying and assessing potential risks, developing mitigations strategies, and monitoring the effectiveness of risk management efforts. Contribute to the development of payment risk management strategies for clients across various payment types (e.g. online transactions, mobile payments, cross-border payments) Lead the assessment and mitigation of payment risks across the organization, including fraud, operational, and regulatory risks  Perform the risk assessment of new and existing products Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and address potential payment risks and controls  Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of the payments industry, including key players, industry associations, regulatory environments, and emerging trends  Support client work and lead the development of high-quality, timely client deliverables  Prepare for and facilitate successful client and internal meetings  Collaborate with internal and external teams to share knowledge and best practices  Perform market research, business analysis, and build executive presentations  Support internal initiatives, thought leadership, and people development