Director, Operational Risk (Fintech)

TL;DR

Director, Operational Risk (Fintech): Lead the global Operational Risk function, identifying and measuring operational risks, including via managing the Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) program. Focus on root cause analysis, scenario stress testing, and tracking remediation efforts to prevent recurrence of systemic failures or losses.

Location: In-person participation is required throughout the year. Team and company-wide offsites are held multiple times annually to foster collaboration, connection, and alignment. Attendance is expected and fully supported.

Salary: $245,140—$288,400 USD. Total compensation also includes equity and bonus eligibility and benefits.

Company

hirify.global's mission is to increase economic freedom in the world by building the emerging onchain platform and the future global financial system.

What you will do

• Lead the global Operational Risk function, evolving the second line of defense framework across the entire organization.
• Identify and measure operational risks, including via managing the Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) program, and recommend and prioritize best practice controls to maintain operational risk within appetite.
• Develop and monitor Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) to provide senior leadership and the Board with data-driven insights into the company’s operational health.
• Evolve the operational incident management process. Perform root cause analysis, scenario stress testing, and track remediation efforts to prevent recurrence of systemic failures or losses.
• Evaluate the operational readiness and risk profile of new business initiatives.
• Oversee Operational Resiliency, including business continuity and crisis management.

Requirements

• 15+ years of operational risk management experience within a regulated financial institution or fintech.
• Deep expertise in ORM frameworks and a proven track record of implementing scalable programs.
• Collaborative business partner while remaining able to challenge first-line owners effectively.
• Clear communicator who can translate complex operational failures into actionable insights for senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity, operate flexibly in a high-growth environment, and drive effective solutions.

Nice to have

• Crypto industry experience.
• Advanced degree or professional risk certifications.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans with generous employee contributions.
• Health Savings Account with company contributions each pay period.
• Disability and Life Insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Wellness Stipend.
• The option of getting paid in digital currency.