Crypto Internal Audit Senior Manager: Lead Risk & Controls

Hood L2; California, United States, Northern America, Americas; Hybrid; USD 133,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Equity

401(k) matching

Health insurance (employee)

Dependent coverage

AI tools access

Benefits wallet

Life and disability insurance

Parental leave

Catered meals and events

Job summary

Robinhood is recruiting a Senior Manager, Crypto Operations to lead the Internal Audit practice for its crypto business. The role focuses on audits across operations, compliance, and technology, delivering risk insights and strategic direction.

Based in the US with in-person presence at least 3 days per week in Menlo Park or New York, this position requires extensive experience in financial services, crypto, and executive reporting, with a strong emphasis on governance and controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 10+ years of experience in compliance or operations within a large, fast-growing financial services company.
• 7+ years of expertise in financial services, including technology auditing.
• Risk management, regulatory and compliance experience across cryptocurrency, banking, trading, and money services/payments.
• Experience evaluating processes and controls within a crypto exchange, market maker, custody provider, broker-dealer, or similar financial institution.
• Strong track record of executive reporting and presenting to C-suite leadership, Company Boards, and Regulators.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong analytical skills and sound judgment when evaluating complex business issues.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver in a fast-paced environment.
• CIA, CISA, or cryptocurrency-related certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute audits within Operations, Compliance, and Technology for our crypto business as outlined in the Internal Audit Plan
• Support Audit leadership in conducting risk assessments, crafting the audit plan, and shaping the strategic direction of the Internal Audit program
• Own Internal Audit objectives that align with company goals and audit strategy
• Coordinate end-to-end audit procedures, including hands-on testing, report writing, issue validation, and oversight of team members and third-party providers supporting audit activities
• Present audit ratings and recommendations to senior management, C-suite members, management boards, and the parent company Audit Committee
• Develop and maintain relationships with senior leaders and risk partners, sharing insights on industry standards, audit regulations, regulatory requirements, and global implications
• Continuously improve the Audit practice by developing frameworks, metrics, procedures, partnerships, communications, and training programs
• Participate in special projects including regulatory inspections, third-party inquiries, and other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Computer Engineering

Job description

Robinhood is recruiting a Senior Manager, Crypto Operations to lead the Internal Audit practice for its crypto business. The role focuses on audits across operations, compliance, and technology, delivering risk insights and strategic direction.

Based in the US with in-person presence at least 3 days per week in Menlo Park or New York, this position requires extensive experience in financial services, crypto, and executive reporting, with a strong emphasis on governance and controls.