**Role Overview**
Coinbase, a leading financial services company, is seeking an experienced risk management professional to join its Ireland office as the Chief Risk Officer. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing risk management programs for Coinbase Ireland, ensuring alignment with regulatory guidelines and the company's Global Risk Framework.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in risk management, preferably at a global financial institution or financial services firm. They will possess in-depth knowledge of core risk management principles, including risk governance and the three lines of defense model. Experience in building out risk programs at varying maturity levels is also essential.
The role will require the ability to establish effective working relationships with business partners, superiors, and subordinates. Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary, as well as the ability to summarize findings and prepare recommendations for senior/executive-level audiences.
The successful candidate will report directly to the EMEA Chief Risk Officer and work closely with the Coinbase Ireland Country Director. This is a Central Bank of Ireland (CBI) Pre-Approved Control Function (PCF-14), and applicants must be confident of meeting the applicable standards of the CBI's Fitness and Probity regime.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop, implement, and maintain appropriate risk programs for Coinbase Ireland in line with all relevant regulatory guidelines.
* Oversee the Coinbase Ireland risk program to ensure alignment with the Global Risk Framework.
* Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure appropriate levels of accountability and transparency.
* Work with the Senior Management team and provide independent assurance on the key risks of the business.
* Execute additional core risk management functions, including risk identification and escalation, incident management, and executive level reporting.
* Serve as the primary risk point of contact for front-line Coinbase Ireland business teams.
Requirements:
* 10+ years experience in risk management at a global financial institution or financial services firm.
* In-depth knowledge of core risk management principles.
* Demonstrated experience and expertise in executing core risk processes.
* Strong organization, project, and time management skills.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Nice to Have:
* Master's Degree preferred.
* Knowledge and experience with RSA Archer a plus.