VP, Capital Markets (Risk Management)

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

As VP, Capital Markets (Risk Management), you will set the strategic vision for risk management, driving enterprise-wide initiatives that optimize risk as a competitive advantage. You will lead cross-functional teams, present regularly to senior leadership, and champion a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. This role requires strong executive presence, with regular interaction and influence over key decisions made by senior leaders, as well as building strategic alliances across departments and with external stakeholders including auditors, traders, and investors.

The ideal candidate is a change agent who embraces innovation and leads transformation in risk modeling, technology, and regulatory compliance. Experience with automation, AI, and machine learning in risk analytics is highly valued. You will mentor and develop junior talent, foster a culture of transparency and accountability, and promote risk awareness across the organization.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Set and execute the strategic vision for risk management, driving initiatives that position risk as a source of competitive advantage.
• Lead the development, maintenance, and enhancement of risk models for calculation and reporting of residential risk positions, including valuation and associated risk metrics for :

Residential mortgages (primarily jumbo loans)

RMBS : including bonds up and down the stack – including IOs

Oversee loan data uploads and updates, ensuring data quality and timeliness.

Required Experience & Education

A reasonable estimate of the total compensation range for this role is $170,000-$194,000. The actual salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, geographic location, training, licensure and certification, and other factors. CoreVest also offers a competitive benefit package including discretionary corporate bonus program, multiple health plans, STD and LTD options, company sponsored life insurance, fitness reimbursement, paid parental leave, time to volunteer, Paid Time off, ESPP, and 401K matching.

At Redwood Trust, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone has the opportunity thrive. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.