Member of Global Risk Management, Trading Risk

At Anchorage Digital, the focus is on developing a cutting-edge digital asset platform tailored for institutional engagement in the crypto space. Established in 2017, Anchorage Digital is a regulated crypto platform offering integrated financial services and infrastructure solutions to institutions. Boasting the first federally chartered crypto bank in the US, Anchorage Digital delivers a unique blend of secure custody, regulatory compliance, product diversity, and top-notch client service. We are actively seeking diverse team members characterized by humility, creativity, and a passion for continuous learning.

We are an accommodating remote-friendly global team; however, we extend the option for in-office work in various cities such as New York City, Sioux Falls, Porto, Lisbon, and Singapore. Intended for those not in close proximity to our offices, we arrang quarterly in-person collaboration days sponsored by us to foster shared experiences and reinforce team spirit.

The member of the Global Risk Management Team, focusing on Trading Risk, will play a pivotal role by capitalizing on extensive trading expertise to manage and mitigate risks within a rapidly expanding crypto business context. In this capacity, the individual will act as a strategic collaborator, facilitating the exploration of new business prospects while aligning risk management with the established risk appetite of the company.

Drawing on comprehensive trading experience, this role demands the application of expert judgement to address unique challenges specific to the crypto industry. This contribution directly impacts the company's success as you engage with various teams to offer insights and strategies that bolster business growth while embedding sound risk management protocols within operations.

Central to the role is the crucial mandate to nurture and shape a culture around thoughtful risk-taking, continual improvement, and strategic innovation that fortifies the business. The ideal outcome is an agile and resilient enterprise adept at navigating the complexities of the crypto market while achieving its strategic objectives.

This role entails steering and influencing risk management strategies for a fast-paced and high-growth business division of Anchorage Digital with noticeable cross-organizational visibility.

Factors of Growth & Impact:

• Technical Skills

• Prudent balancing of risks and returns aligning with market conditions and the company's potential for value capture.

• Profound comprehension of market, liquidity, and credit risks along with knowledge of derivatives.

• Awareness of emerging business and market trends impacting the crypto industry.

• Complexity and Impact of Work

• Proficiency in navigating complex risk scenarios under diverse market conditions.

• Direct collaboration with quants to refine risk management tools and customer-facing products.

• Crafting processes, structures, and frameworks to mitigate risks effectively.

• Proactive planning for contingencies and devising solutions.

• Evaluation of client creditworthiness to gauge tolerable credit exposure levels.

• Analysis of asset liquidity and volatility to ascertain acceptable market exposure thresholds.

• Organizational Knowledge

• Fostering a shared understanding of Anchorage's needs and strategic trajectory.

• Facilitating knowledge dissemination within the team.

• Communication and Influence

• Proficient communication of complex topics across varied audiences.

• Tailoring communication strategies to sway stakeholders effectively.

• Expert negotiation for advantageous client positioning and impactful contributions to our roadmaps.

Dedicated to cultivating the future of finance, Anchorage Digital comprises a diverse team of over 300 members, uniting talents from platform security, financial services, and distributed ledger technology to create foundational solutions empowering institutional participation in the evolving digital asset landscape. Anchorage Digital is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace where every individual feels valued, supported, and connected. Our firm belief in the power of diversity fuels our commitment to openness, enabling us to deliver exceptional work.

Anchorage Digital proudly upholds Equal Opportunity Employment principles, championing equality irrespective of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. Applicant considerations are unaffected by criminal records in line with legal provisions. Privacy protection is paramount to Anchorage Digital, guiding our client interactions to uphold their trust and confidence when handling personal or financial information.