Operational Risk / Enterprise Risk Management Framework (ERMF) Specialist

Binance; United States; Remote; AUD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first

Competitive salary

Career growth

Continuous learning

Global team

Job summary

Binance is seeking an experienced Operational Risk / ERMF Specialist to strengthen our Enterprise Risk Management Framework across regional and global teams. You will support governance, KRIs, risk reporting, and cross-functional risk initiatives in a dynamic digital asset environment.

The role requires analytical rigor, strong communication, and the ability to deliver under tight deadlines while collaborating with risk champions and business units worldwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline is required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Operational Risk or ERM.
• Experience in financial services or digital assets is preferred.
• Knowledge of GRC platforms and data management is advantageous.
• Strong project management and stakeholder communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support ERMF development, governance, and policy enhancements.
• Prepare risk reports and materials for senior management and boards.
• Monitor KRIs and coordinate risk reporting with risk owners.
• Contribute to CRM, PRM, and FRM activities across regions.
• Facilitate risk awareness training and cross-functional risk initiatives.

Skills

Risk management

GRC platforms

Project management

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Commerce, Finance, Risk Management

Tools

GRC platforms

Database management systems

Job description

Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. We are trusted by 300+ million people in 100+ countries for our industry-leading security, user fund transparency, trading engine speed, deep liquidity, and an unmatched portfolio of digital-asset products. Binance offerings range from trading and finance to education, research, payments, institutional services, and more. Our mission is to increase the freedom of money and financial access for people around the world.

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Operational Risk / ERMF Specialist to support the development, implementation, and continuous enhancement of the firm's Enterprise Risk Management Framework (ERMF). This role will work closely with cross-functional stakeholders across regional and global teams to strengthen risk governance, perform risk assessments, monitor key risk indicators (KRIs), and support operational risk initiatives across the organization. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and thrives in a fast-paced financial services or digital assets environment.

Responsibilities

Enterprise Risk Management Framework (ERMF) & Governance

• Support the development and enhancement of enterprise risk management policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
• Prepare and maintain risk awareness and training materials to promote a strong risk culture across the organization.
• Assist in maintaining effective risk governance by supporting the establishment and monitoring of Key Risk Indicators (KRIs).
• Support the preparation of risk reports and materials for senior management and Board Committees.
• Partner with Risk Champions and Risk Owners across the First Line of Defense to provide guidance and consolidate business unit risk reporting.

Country Risk Management (CRM)

• Consolidate operational risk incidents across regional entities and perform trend analysis and thematic reviews to identify emerging risks.
• Support regional teams in establishing and maintaining KRIs aligned with the firm's risk governance framework.
• Assist the central risk function in maintaining effective oversight of regional risk management activities.

Product Risk Management (PRM)

• Support product risk assessments by partnering with Product and Risk Owners to identify, assess, and mitigate operational risks across crypto and digital asset products.
• Validate the effectiveness of controls identified during product risk assessments and monitor timely implementation of remediation actions.
• Conduct risk assessments for new products, services, and business initiatives.

Functional Risk Management (FRM)

• Support the development and maintenance of KRI matrices across global and regional risk functions.
• Assist Risk Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in establishing KRIs aligned with the enterprise risk framework.
• Enable the central risk team to maintain ongoing oversight across multiple risk pillars and functions.

Operational Risk Initiatives

• Support Operational Risk programmes including, but not limited to:
• Third-Party Risk Management
• Incident Management
• Business Continuity Planning (BCP)
• Prepare risk dashboards, management reports, and risk analytics to facilitate effective management oversight.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and perform ad hoc assignments as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Commerce, Finance, Risk Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Operational Risk, Enterprise Risk Management, Audit, Advisory, Financial Services, or Product Risk Management
• Experience in the financial services, fintech, or digital assets/cryptocurrency industry is highly preferred
• Knowledge of Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) platforms and database management systems is an advantage
• Strong project management and execution capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes under tight deadlines
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
• Self-motivated, disciplined, and able to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Enterprise Risk Management Framework (ERMF) implementation and governance.
• Familiarity with operational risk methodologies, including Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA), Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), incident management, and risk reporting.
• Exposure to regulatory expectations within financial institutions, fintech, or digital asset businesses.
• Professional certifications such as FRM, PRM, CRISC, CIA, or equivalent are advantageous.

Why Binance

• Shape the future of finance
• Collaborate with world-class talent in a user-centric global organization with a flat structure
• Tackle challenging projects in a fast-paced and innovative enviornment with autonomy
• Thrive in a results-driven workplace with opportunities for career growth and continuous learning
• Competitive salary and company benefits
• Remote-first, work-from-home arrangement (may vary depending on the nature of the role and team)

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