Head of Risk Management (Virtual Assets) - Tech Company
Tokalent · Hong Kong ·
- Work mode
- Remote
- Seniority
- C level
- Experience
- 5+ years
Lead risk management for a crypto exchange, conducting risk assessments, developing policies and controls, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Requires deep knowledge of blockchain, crypto regulations, and risk frameworks, with fluency in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
Company
Our client is a Tech company that is committed to providing secure, reliable, and easy-to-use crypto trading services to its clients.
Responsibilities
- Conducting regular risk assessments to identify potential risks and vulnerabilities in the crypto exchange's operations, and developing appropriate strategies to mitigate them.
- Developing and implementing policies and procedures to manage risks related to trading, custody, and other operations of the crypto exchange.
- Developing and maintaining a robust internal control system to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices.
- Conducting due diligence on new crypto assets and projects to ensure they meet the exchange's risk and compliance standards.
- Monitoring and analyzing market and industry trends, and providing regular risk reports to the management team.
- Coordinating with other teams within the exchange, including legal, compliance, and operations, to ensure a cohesive and integrated approach to risk management.
- Managing relationships with external vendors and service providers, including security and insurance providers, to ensure adequate risk coverage.
- Participating in industry forums and regulatory discussions to stay abreast of developments and best practices in risk management.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business administration, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in risk management, preferably in the crypto or financial services industry.
- Strong understanding of blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to crypto exchanges and financial services.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Fluent in English, Cantonese and Mandarin
Application Options
If you're interested in this role, click 'Apply' now. For further information and a confidential discussion, you can email Winston Tse at [email protected]