Chief Risk Officer

Company Description Star Finance is a consumer services company headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, serving customers across the United States from its location at 7929 E 21st St. The organization focuses on providing accessible financial solutions tailored to the needs of everyday consumers. As a growing company in the consumer finance sector, Star Finance emphasizes responsible lending practices and long-term customer relationships. Team members work in a collaborative environment with opportunities to influence strategic decisions and risk frameworks that support sustainable growth.
Role Description The Chief Risk Officer (CRO) is a full-time, remote role responsible for overseeing the enterprise-wide risk strategy for Star Finance. This role leads the design and implementation of risk management frameworks covering credit, market, operational, and compliance risks, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and organizational objectives. On a day-to-day basis, the CRO monitors key risk indicators, reviews portfolio performance, and evaluates emerging risks, producing clear reports and recommendations for executive leadership and the board. The CRO collaborates closely with finance, lending, operations, and technology teams to embed risk controls in processes, products, and systems. The role also involves developing risk policies, guiding risk governance committees, mentoring risk team members, and supporting strategic initiatives and new product assessments with rigorous risk analysis.
Qualifications
Strong expertise in Enterprise Risk Management, including the design and oversight of comprehensive risk frameworks and governance structures.
Demonstrated experience in Credit Risk Management, with a focus on consumer lending portfolios, underwriting standards, and portfolio performance monitoring.
Knowledge of Market Risk, including interest rate, liquidity, and funding risks, and the ability to interpret and act on market-related risk metrics.
Solid background in Finance, with the ability to integrate risk insights into financial planning, capital allocation, and profitability analysis.
Advanced Analytical Skills, including quantitative analysis, data interpretation, and use of risk modeling or analytics tools to support decision-making.
Proven leadership experience in senior risk roles, preferably within consumer finance, banking, or financial services.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex risk issues clearly to executive stakeholders and board members.
Experience working effectively in a remote environment, with strong self-management, collaboration, and digital communication capabilities.
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Risk Management, or a related field; advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., FRM, PRM, CFA) are beneficial.
High ethical standards, sound judgment, and a commitment to regulatory compliance and responsible consumer finance practices.

Work arrangement
Yes