Overview
CoinJar is seeking an experienced Head of Risk (PCF-14) to join our Crypto-Asset Service Provider (CASP) in Ireland. This role reports directly to the CoinJar Europe CEO and is a key member of the leadership team and Risk Committee. You will identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate risks across the company’s activities and operating environment, and develop our risk and control framework, refine our risk appetite statement, and manage the risk register to ensure robust governance and MiCAR compliance in Ireland and Europe.
Responsibilities
* Act as the PCF-14 for the company, overseeing all risk matters and liaising with the regulator where necessary
* Develop and implement a Risk Management Framework (RMF) in line with MiCAR requirements and industry best practices
* Identify, assess, and monitor key risks, including operational, technology, cybersecurity, fraud, transaction processing, and third-party risks
* Establish and maintain risk assessment methodologies, including Risk Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs) and Key Risk Indicators (KRIs)
* Lead the development of Business Continuity Planning (BCP) and Disaster Recovery (DR) strategies to enhance operational resilience
* Oversee incident management and response processes, ensuring timely incident mitigation and reporting
* Collaborate with compliance, finance, IT security, operations, and other stakeholders to enhance risk controls and mitigation strategies
* Prepare and present risk reports to the Board, Risk Committee, senior management and regulators
* Ensure adherence to regulatory expectations, including risk-related reporting obligations under MiCAR and the Central Bank of Ireland (CBI)
* Drive a strong risk culture across the organisation through training, awareness programs, and governance mechanisms
* Conduct risk assessments for new products, services, and third-party relationships
Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in risk management, business, finance, or a related field
* 5-8 years of experience in operational risk, enterprise risk, or compliance within financial services, fintech, or crypto-related businesses
* Strong knowledge of MiCAR, EU regulatory requirements and risk management frameworks
* Experience in implementing risk management tools, frameworks, and governance structures
* Familiarity with financial crime risk, IT/cybersecurity risks, and third-party risk management
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
* Ability to work independently as part of the founding startup team in Ireland, supported by the global CoinJar group
* Professional certifications such as FRM, PRM, CFA, or a relevant risk qualification are desirable
* Able to abide by the CBI standards and fulfil the fitness and probity test of the regulator
Benefits
* Competitive Compensation Package
* Additional benefits including Pension & Health Insurance
* Flexible working arrangements
* Employee Incentive Program (annual cash-based bonus program)
If you are passionate about cryptocurrency and risk management and want to be part of a forward-thinking crypto platform, we encourage you to apply.
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