Risk Controller
** Risk Controller**
BitGo is an established provider of financial services for digital assets, catering mainly to institutional investors by offering liquidity, custody, and security solutions. With a foundation in 2013, BitGo pioneered the Multi-Signature Wallet and became the first digital asset company centered on servicing institutional clients. The company operates in both centralized and decentralized finance, delivering leading trade, credit, and lending services. In 2018, BitGo introduced the BitGo Trust Company, the initial qualified custodian specially designed for holding digital assets. Moreover, in 2020, BitGo Portfolio and Tax were launched to furnish clients with comprehensive digital asset solutions. Handling roughly 20% of worldwide Bitcoin transactions, BitGo supports over 600 coins and tokens, mindful of the backbone security and operations for 1500+ institutional customers across 50 nations, including regulated entities and the world’s primary cryptocurrency exchanges and platforms. Backed by prominent entities like Goldman Sachs, Craft Ventures, Digital Currency Group, DRW, Galaxy Digital Ventures, Redpoint Ventures, and Valor Equity Partners.
To sustain our expansion, we are searching for a Risk Controller familiar with the financial services realm to augment our team.
Responsibilities:
- Maintaining and enhancing the risk management system in compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, such as MaRisk, KWG, MiCAR, and constructing relevant processes and documentation.
- Backing the Board in improving the internal control system, risk management, and controlling procedures.
- Execution of risk inventories and creation of the overall risk profile and risk coverage mass (risk-carrying capacity).
- Close collaboration with the Board and relevant departments on regulatory matters and risk strategy development.
- Reporting to the Board, upkeep, and monitoring of risk-relevant parameters.
- Supervising outsourcing activities and performing corresponding risk analyses, also reviewing the minimum requirements for outsourcing agreements.
- Administration and updating of risk policies and operating instructions.
Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree with an advanced degree or certification.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
- Proficient writing skills and ability to articulate clearly in various cross-functional teams.
- Sharp attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness.
- Strong problem-solving, investigative, and analytical skills.
- Action and results-oriented; empowered to foster change and exert a positive impact on the organization.
- Knowledge of risk management and control mechanisms within financial institutions.
- High dedication to quality, ethics, integrity, and compliance within the company.
Interested applicants should submit their resume and cover letter. Our company advocates equal opportunities, welcoming all qualified candidates to apply.
Why BitGo?
To revolutionize an industry, one needs vision, innovation, passion, technical prowess, drive for excellence, collaboration, and execution. Become part of a team of exceptional individuals striving for excellence, encompassing our corporate values of accountability, craftsmanship, and open communication. We seek new colleagues bringing innovative mindsets and problem-solving capabilities, willing to take risks and join the team altering the world's financial markets.
Here are some of the benefits of working at BitGo:
- Competitive base salary, bonus, and stock options.
- Paid parental leave, vacation.
- Free lunches, dinners, and snacks.
- Computer equipment and workspace furniture tailored to your needs.
- Exceptional colleagues and an inspiring startup environment.
Benefits may vary by location.
Cryptocurrencies represent the most significant disruption the financial services industry has seen in years. Join us and you will be able to look back and say you were part of the team changing the face of investing.
