Chief Risk Officer for Digital Assets

7 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Blockchain Ventures Full time
About Blockchain Ventures

Blockchain Ventures is the world's leading software platform for digital assets. Our mission is to create an open, accessible and fair financial future, one piece of software at a time.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Chief Risk Officer to lead our Enterprise Risk Management function. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a risk strategy that aligns with our business goals and objectives.

About the Role

The Global Head of Enterprise Risk position is a hands-on, high-impact role that requires experience in enterprise risk management, specifically in the financial services industry. You will report to our Vice President, Business Operations, and be responsible for:

  • Developing and maintaining an enterprise-wide risk strategy that accommodates operational, legal, market, credit, regulatory, and technology risks
  • Providing analysis and assessments that add value to executive management, our Board, and its Audit & Risk Committee
  • Promoting the adoption of our Risk Operating Model and a sound risk control environment
  • Partnering with business units to identify risks and conduct risk assessments and remediations
  • Driving a balanced approach between business growth and risk management
Requirements

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • A university degree in Business, Information Technology, Information Security, Economics, or Finance
  • A minimum of 7 years of professional experience in risk management
  • Preference for crypto/fintech experience
  • Executive-level communication skills and experience presenting to Boards and executive management
  • Fluent English language skills with ability to work well with colleagues across multiple time zones
Compensation and Perks

We offer:

  • A competitive full-time salary based on experience
  • Meaningful equity in an industry-leading company
  • A hybrid work-from-home and office model
  • Flexible work culture
  • Unlimited vacation policy
  • Apple equipment
  • The opportunity to be a key player and build your career at a rapidly expanding, global technology company in an emerging field
Diversity and Inclusion

Blockchain Ventures is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.



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