Head of Risk

web3-resources; Dubai; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the crypto space is searching for a Vice President of Risk Management to define and maintain its enterprise risk strategy. This senior role involves ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, managing risk frameworks, and leading cross-functional teams to navigate the evolving crypto landscape. The ideal candidate will have a significant background in risk management, particularly within regulated financial services or digital asset platforms.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in risk management, including 3 years in crypto platforms.
• Strong understanding of Blockchain and cryptocurrency risks.
• Expertise in designing and managing risk frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Define Flipster’s risk management strategy and ensure compliance.
• Lead risk assessments focused on market volatility and regulatory compliance.
• Cultivate relationships with regulatory bodies and lead incident response efforts.

Skills

Risk Management

Regulatory Compliance

Analytical Skills

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Risk Management, Economics, Engineering

Job description

Flipster ( flipster.io ) is a next-level trading platform that is connecting investors to insight, and new opportunities brewing in the cryptoverse. We uncover exclusive opportunities and provide a high-performance platform to put them to work. We believe in an exciting, bold future for crypto. A decentralized, well-governed space, that sparks progress for investors, traders and amazingly innovative crypto projects simultaneously. Flipster will unlock access to ideas we can't even imagine yet. We aim to propel their development and uncover potential.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain Flipster’s enterprise risk management strategy, risk appetite, and tolerance thresholds in alignment with regulatory expectations and business objectives.
• Serve as the principal advisor to the Board and CEO on all risk-related matters.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging risks to adapt our strategies and risk appetite accordingly.
• Build, operationalize, and evolve a risk governance framework covering market, credit, liquidity, operational, product, technology, cybersecurity, people, and third-party (outsourcing) risks.
• Lead the Risk Committee and ensure periodic risk reviews and Board reporting.
• Conduct dynamic and ongoing risk assessments with emphasis on market volatility, counterparty exposure, liquidity stress, and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and maintain robust quantitative and qualitative risk measurement tools and indicators.
• Analyze crypto assets and investment strategies for potential risks and vulnerabilities, and develop effective mitigation strategies while evaluating new investment opportunities.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with business units to refine risk controls and support new product development.
• Partner with Legal, Compliance, Product, and Operations teams to embed risk controls into workflows and support strategic initiatives.
• Cultivate strong relationships with regulatory bodies, industry associations, and auditors to ensure unwavering compliance.
• Act as the key point of contact for VARA and other relevant regulators, ensuring timely submission of risk reports and regulatory updates.
• Represent Flipster in industry risk forums and engage with external auditors and consultants.
• Lead incident response and crisis management efforts across business units.
• Work hand-in-hand with the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to develop and maintain Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BCP / DR) plans.
• Establish and manage constructive relationships with insurance partners to ensure appropriate coverage—including custody and Directors & Officers (D&O) insurance—and to support effective risk transfer strategies in the event of cyber incidents, asset loss, or other operational disruptions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Risk Management, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in risk management within regulated financial services, including at least 3 years in digital asset or crypto platforms.
• Strong understanding of Blockchain and cryptocurrency specific risks.
• Expertise in designing and managing enterprise-wide risk frameworks, policies, and tools.
• Strong knowledge of quantitative risk metrics, Value at Risk (VaR), stress testing, and exposure modeling.
• In-depth understanding of UAE and global crypto regulatory frameworks, particularly VARA’s rulebooks and risk-related requirements.
• Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex risk issues to senior stakeholders and regulators.
• Proven leadership and collaboration skills across functional teams and geographies.

Preferred

• Professional certifications (e.g., FRM, CFA, PRM, CAMS, CISA, CRISC) are highly preferred.

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