Head of Enterprise Risk Management, Malta
Job Summary:
The position of Head of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) involves the overall management of the company's enterprise risk framework, encompassing development, implementation, and continuous oversight. This role entails maintaining crucial risk documentation such as the ERM matrix, risk logs, and incident registers, alongside active participation in Business Continuity Management (BCM) planning and testing.
Moreover, close collaboration with relevant group-level risk and compliance functions is essential to ensure consistent implementation of group-wide risk practices, policies, and reporting standards at the local level.
Responsibilities:
Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
Develop, enhance, and consistently upkeep the Enterprise Risk Matrix, Risk Register, and Control Logs in alignment with the company's risk tolerance and regulatory mandates.
Identify, evaluate, and monitor risks across various departments, implementing suitable risk treatment and mitigation strategies.
Monitor and report on risk incidents and events, maintaining detailed documentation of root cause analysis, remediation actions, and control improvements.
Ensure adherence to MiCA and EMI regulatory requirements as well as internal governance frameworks.
Business Continuity Management (BCM)
Assist in creating and periodically reviewing the Business Continuity Plan (BCP) and Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP).
Engage in business impact analyses, risk scenario planning, and annual testing exercises.
Collaborate with operational and technical teams to ensure well-documented and efficient resilience measures.
Group Risk Coordination
Serve as the primary point of contact with group-level risk and compliance teams to ensure local risk management aligns with group strategy and expectations.
Implement group-wide policies, standards, and procedures, tailoring them to local regulatory and operational contexts.
Coordinate and support group risk reporting requirements, contributing to consolidated risk dashboards, reviews, and audits.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Risk Management, Finance, Law, or related field.
5+ years of enterprise or operational risk management experience in regulated financial services, fintech, or crypto-asset sectors.
Strong understanding of MiCA, EMI frameworks, and relevant EU financial regulations.
Demonstrated ability in maintaining ERM tools, registers, and governance documentation.
Prior involvement in BCM/DRP planning and execution.
Familiarity with group or multinational operating models is beneficial.
Strong organizational and documentation skills with meticulous attention to detail.
Excellent stakeholder management and interdepartmental coordination skills.
Analytical mindset with proactive problem-solving capabilities.
Benefits:
Competitive salary.
Medical insurance package with extended coverage.
Generous annual leave entitlement including birthday and work anniversary benefits.
Flexibility in work arrangements with options for hybrid or remote setups.
Opportunities for career development through internal mobility programs.
Work perks including a company visa card and other regional-specific benefits.
About Us:
Founded in 2016, the company serves more than 80 million customers and is a rapidly expanding global cryptocurrency platform. Committed to driving cryptocurrency adoption through innovation, the organization aims to develop a more inclusive and equitable digital ecosystem.
