Head of Risk
About Flipster
Flipster is a cutting-edge trading platform focused on enhancing opportunities for investors in the cryptocurrency space. We prioritize innovation and creating a decentralized, well-governed environment that benefits investors, traders, and cutting-edge crypto projects. Flipster aims to unlock undiscovered potential and drive progress in the industry.
Responsibilities
Risk Leadership & Strategy
Develop and maintain the enterprise risk management strategy, risk appetite, and tolerance thresholds.
Provide guidance to the Board and CEO on all risk-related matters.
Stay up-to-date on industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging risks to adapt strategies accordingly.
Governance & Framework Development
Establish a risk governance framework covering various risks such as market, credit, liquidity, operational, and cybersecurity risks.
Lead the Risk Committee and ensure regular risk reviews.
Risk Assessment & Monitoring
Conduct ongoing risk assessments related to market volatility, counterparty exposure, and regulatory compliance.
Create and maintain effective risk measurement tools and indicators.
Evaluate crypto assets and investment strategies for potential risks and vulnerabilities.
Cross-functional Collaboration
Collaborate with different business units to enhance risk controls and support new product development.
Work closely with Legal, Compliance, Product, and Operations teams to integrate risk controls into workflows.
Regulatory & External Engagement
Develop strong relationships with regulatory bodies, industry associations, and auditors to ensure compliance.
Serve as the main contact for regulators and ensure timely submission of risk reports.
Represent Flipster in industry risk forums and engage with external auditors and consultants.
Incident Response & Legal Risk Management
Lead incident response and crisis management efforts.
Collaborate with the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) on Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery plans.
Engage with insurance partners to ensure appropriate coverage in the event of cyber incidents.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Risk Management, Economics, Engineering, or related field.
- Professional certifications (e.g., FRM, CFA, PRM, CAMS, CISA, CRISC) are preferred.
- Minimum 10 years of progressive risk management experience in regulated financial services.
- Digital asset or crypto platform experience for at least 3 years.
- Familiarity with Blockchain and cryptocurrency risks.
- Strong knowledge of risk frameworks, policies, and quantitative risk metrics.
- Understanding of global crypto regulatory frameworks.
- Analytical, communication, and leadership skills essential.
- Proven ability to collaborate across teams and geographies.
Interview Process
- CV/Resume Screening
- First Round Interview
- Second Round Interview
- Third Round Interview
