Proactive Risk Planning Manager

McDonald’s is proud to be one of the most recognized brands in the world, with restaurants in over 100 countries that serve 70 million customers daily. We continue to operate from a position of strength. Our updated growth strategy is focused on staying ahead of what our customers want and realizing further growth potential. Our relentless ambition is why McDonald’s remains one of the world’s leading corporations after almost 70 years. Joining McDonald's means thinking big and preparing for a career that can have influence around the world.

At McDonald’s, we see every day as a chance to create positive impact. We lead through our values centered on inclusivity, service, integrity, community and family. From support of Ronald McDonald House Charities to our Youth Opportunity project and sustainability initiatives, our values keep us dedicated to using our scale for good: good for our customers, people, industry and planet. We also offer a broad range of outstanding benefits including a sabbatical program, tuition assistance and flexible work arrangements.

As the Proactive Risk Planning Manager, you will support the Proactive Risk Planning Director by identifying, assessing, and preparing for potential future scenarios that could impact the organization. This role focuses on analyzing global trends, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, and translating future-focused insights into actionable strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support detailed scenario planning and tabletop exercises to ensure the organization is prepared for potential futures.
• Ensure consistent governance across risk management practices.
• Collaborate with other capability owners and partners to identify emerging risks and assess the implications of different scenarios on business objectives.
• Perform root cause analysis to pinpoint predictive risk indicators.
• Partner with business units to develop and implement effective risk mitigation strategies.
• Assist in clarifying market escalation protocols.
• Evaluate long-term trends and improve data quality and risk management practices.
• Analyze future scenarios and work with teams to embed actionable strategies into operational plans.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and dashboards summarizing research, scenario outcomes, and recommendations.
• Present insights to leadership teams in a clear and concise manner.
• Track the effectiveness of future planning initiatives and provide regular updates to the Director and leadership team.
• Find opportunities to improve risk preparedness and organizational resilience.

Benefits eligible: Yes
Bonus eligible: Yes
Long term incentive eligible: Yes
The expected salary range for this role is $98,140 – $125,130 per year
The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we may also consider your experience, and other job-related factors.

• 5+ years of relevant experience in risk management
• Success in driving risk planning projects, including scenario planning and root cause analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in trend analysis or scenario planning.
• Proficiency in tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or scenario modeling software.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse partners across functions and markets.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to conduct both qualitative and quantitative analysis of complex data.
• Experience in developing and implementing effective risk mitigation plans.

Benefits eligible: This position offers health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, adoption assistance program, educational assistance program, flexible ways of working, and time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO). Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. 

Bonus eligible: This position is eligible for a bonus, calculated based on individual and company performance.

Long term Incentive eligible: This position is eligible for stock or other equity grants pursuant to McDonald’s long-term incentive plan.

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