Role Overview
This role is designed to lead and manage the risk management function, ensuring effective oversight and governance of all operational risks.
The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of risk management frameworks, regulations, and compliance requirements, with the ability to develop and implement strategic risk mitigation plans.
They must be able to work collaboratively with senior stakeholders across various business functions to ensure alignment and effective risk management.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and Implement Risk Management Frameworks: Design and implement comprehensive risk management frameworks that cover credit, market, liquidity, operational, and technology risks.
* Conduct Risk Assessments: Conduct regular risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential threats to the organization's operations.
* Manage Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to relevant regulatory requirements and guidelines, including prudential and capital risk assessments.
* Lead Risk Governance: Develop and implement risk governance policies and procedures to ensure effective oversight and control.
* Monitor Risk Indicators: Continuously monitor risk indicators to identify emerging risks and escalate material breaches or deviations to senior management.
Requirements:
* Senior-level experience in financial or prudential risk management, preferably within financial institutions, fintechs, or crypto/virtual asset firms.
* Demonstrated independence from commercial functions and ability to operate as a second-line or independent control function.
* Strong knowledge of risk management regulations, capital adequacy standards, and VASP disclosure requirements.
* Expertise in market and liquidity risk frameworks, stress testing, and margin-account operations involving virtual assets.
* Fluency in English and Portuguese, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.