Head of Risk (Web3)

TL;DR

Head of Risk (Web3): Developing and overseeing an enterprise-wide risk management framework for a regulated financial services firm in ADGM with an accent on regulatory compliance and risk appetite. Focus on identifying material risks, managing regulatory engagement with FSRA, and ensuring operational resilience in a virtual asset environment.

Location: Remote (Must be associated with UAE/ADGM jurisdiction)

Company

Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem and the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users.

What you will do

• Design, implement, and maintain a comprehensive risk management framework covering operational, market, credit, liquidity, legal, compliance, and reputational risks.
• Define and maintain the firm’s risk appetite statement and ensure effective policies are in place to enforce it.
• Oversee ongoing risk monitoring and produce regular reports for senior management and the board.
• Act as the primary risk liaison with the FSRA, ensuring all regulatory risk requirements are met.
• Contribute to the Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Process (ICAAP) and required stress testing exercises.
• Review new business initiatives, products, or changes in operating models to assess risk impacts.

Requirements

• Degree-level qualification in Risk Management, Finance, Economics, Accounting, Law, Mathematics, or Engineering.
• Extensive risk management experience within exchanges, clearing houses, capital markets, or virtual asset environments.
• Solid knowledge of the ADGM regulatory framework, including Market Infrastructure Rules.
• Proven experience managing market risk, clearing risk, settlement risk, liquidity risk, and operational resilience.
• Demonstrated experience interacting with regulators, Boards, and senior management.
• Ability to operate independently from revenue-generating functions to provide objective risk oversight.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to shape the future of the world’s leading blockchain ecosystem.
• Collaboration with world-class talent in a user-centric organization with a flat structure.
• Results-driven workplace with autonomy and opportunities for continuous learning.
• Competitive salary and company benefits.
• Work-from-home arrangements available depending on the business team.