Risk Strategy Analyst

WOO Network; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 224,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global crypto platform in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Risk Strategy Analyst to conduct risk assessments and support risk management activities. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, 2+ years of experience in risk management, and strong analytical skills. This role offers a flexible working environment and the potential for performance-based bonuses.

Benefits

Work flexibility

Performance-based annual bonus

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in risk management, financial analysis or related areas.
• Experience in crypto exchanges or digital-asset industries is preferred.
• Background in anti-fraud systems or user behaviour analytics is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments to identify emerging risks.
• Participate in end-to-end risk management activities.
• Support risk-control systems and enhance risk database.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Data mining and analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science or finance

Tools

Python

SQL

Machine-learning libraries

Job description

WOO X is a global centralised crypto futures and spot trading platform offering best-in-class liquidity and price execution. WOO X has an average daily volume exceeding $1.5 billion and is home to hundreds of thousands of traders worldwide. WOO X traders benefit from radical transparency through our industry-first live Proof of Reserves & Liabilities dashboard and the company's mission to maintain the trust of its growing community of traders. Our team of 200+ highly-talented employees works from 12 cities across eight countries in Europe and Asia 🚀

Our vision is to inspire confidence, higher performance, and joy in every user. We have a mission to provide the best liquidity on the best terms. We compete not just on price execution but also on integrity, user experience, innovative tools, and global opportunities.

About the opportunity

We are looking for a Risk Strategy Analyst to join us on this mission and vision. You’ll become an integral part of the Customer Success team, which is dedicated to empowering traders with seamless support, personalised guidance, and proactive solutions. The team bridges the gap between users and our products, ensuring an exceptional trading experience by addressing concerns, optimising engagement, and driving long-term satisfaction.

What you’ll be working on

• Conducting comprehensive risk assessments across business processes to identify emerging risks and support targeted mitigation strategies.
• Participating in end-to-end risk management activities, including risk identification, strategy development, quantitative modelling, monitoring, and execution support.
• Supporting the development and optimisation of intelligent risk-control systems and enhancing the company’s risk database across business, trading, and investment areas.
• Building and maintaining risk-monitoring frameworks tailored to various operational scenarios, analysing anomalies, and proposing actionable solutions.
• Assisting in evaluating internal controls, assessing efficiency, compliance, and effectiveness, and supporting continuous improvement.
• Collaborating cross-functionally to ensure alignment between business development priorities and risk-control mechanisms.

Why work with us

Join us in realising our vision in advancing decentralisation, and leading innovation in CeFi. Enjoy work flexibility, a supportive team, and an environment that nurtures your ideas. Plus, expect a performance-based annual bonus for all contributors at WOO 💪

About you

• Bachelor’s degree or above in mathematics, statistics, computer science, finance, or related fields.
• 2+ years of experience in risk management, financial analysis, or related areas; experience in crypto exchanges or digital-asset industries is preferred.
• Background in anti-fraud systems, user behaviour analytics, or risk-data warehousing is a strong advantage.
• Strong analytical skills with high data sensitivity; capable of independent data mining and analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration abilities; able to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail, ownership, and principled thinking.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL; familiarity with machine-learning libraries is a plus.
• Proficiency in Mandarin is a strong advantage.

Getting the job

We're actively seeking talented individuals to join our team outside of our typical hiring schedule. This proactive approach allows us to connect with exceptional candidates like you even before specific positions become available.

On average, successful candidates go through five rounds of interviews and tests. Our hiring process begins by meeting with our People Team, who help facilitate the process of placing you in your new role. You can expect to share your experience and ideas in online video interviews with our hiring team, made up of management and potential new colleagues.

Submitting your resume now ensures that you're first in line when new opportunities arise. By doing so, you'll have a head start in the selection process and get a chance to showcase your skills and experience.

Get started on your application here!