Full-Time

Director of Operational Risk Oversight

Posted on 11/20/2024

Robinhood

Robinhood

1,001-5,000 employees

Commission-free trading platform for investments

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

$166k - $250kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity Plan

Senior, Expert

Washington, DC, USA + 4 more

More locations: Chicago, IL, USA | Menlo Park, CA, USA | New York, NY, USA | Bellevue, WA, USA

Preferred location in one of the listed office locations; remote work only in limited geographies without physical offices.

Category
Risk Management
Finance & Banking
Requirements
  • A minimum of 14 years of experience in working in risk management
  • Expertise in operational risk management in financial markets, including Brokerage and Crypto
  • Experience working with financial industry regulators
  • Experience with anti-fraud practices, internal/online-fraud scenarios
  • Strong expertise in how technical and cyber security impacts and supports operations
  • Strong understanding of Internal Audit practices and ability to understand how to maintain independence in ERM
  • Ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders in both technical and non-technical space; ability to explain complex concepts for various audiences, and have superior written and oral communication skills
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work with executive leadership
  • Ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced environment with bias to action and driving results
Responsibilities
  • Partner closely with Front line business and risk teams to provide oversight and governance over execution risk, transaction risks, operational and technology risks for both, US and International entities.
  • Perform focused deep dives (as needed) on high priority operational areas: Customer/product impact, People risk, Technology risk, Security and privacy risks, Business disruptions and system outages (including business continuity events), Internal/external fraud risks, Financial risks, Third party and vendor risks, Other emerging operational risks
  • Oversight of external events, incidents/ events and root cause analysis that may impact operational risk
  • Establish and evaluate risk appetite program for top risk areas at the enterprise level, including: Key risk indicators/risk metrics, Risk appetite statements, Facilitate risk tolerance discussions and metric breaches
  • Support risk monitoring & oversight: Participate in ERM working group, Participate in Front Line committee meetings for risk oversight, Participate in strategic planning for ERM
  • Support risk reporting: Board, executive dashboard and reporting, Operational loss summary, Risk metrics risk appetite breach reporting
  • Support model risk governance - with operational use cases and scenarios to facilitate risk stress testing
  • Support the growth of the risk program in conjunction with the growth of the company

Robinhood offers a platform for trading stocks, options, ETFs, and cryptocurrencies, aiming to make investing accessible and affordable for everyone. The platform features commission-free trading and allows users to buy fractional shares, making it easier for individuals to invest in high-priced stocks. Unlike traditional brokerage firms, Robinhood generates revenue through a premium subscription service, interest on uninvested cash, and rebates from trading venues. The company's goal is to democratize finance and empower a diverse range of investors, especially younger individuals.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$5.4B

Headquarters

Menlo Park, California

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

7%

2 year growth

6%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Robinhood's expansion into new markets like Hawaii and U.S. territories indicates strong growth potential and increased user base.
  • The acquisition of Pluto and integration of AI capabilities can provide users with advanced, personalized investment insights, enhancing user experience and retention.
  • Offering IPO access democratizes investment opportunities, allowing retail investors to participate in early-stage investments traditionally reserved for institutional investors.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive fintech market means Robinhood must continuously innovate to maintain its edge over rivals like E*TRADE and Charles Schwab.
  • Regulatory scrutiny and changes, such as those seen in Hawaii, can impact Robinhood's operations and expansion plans.

What makes Robinhood unique

  • Robinhood's commission-free trading model disrupts traditional brokerage firms by eliminating fees, making investing accessible to a broader audience.
  • The introduction of fractional shares allows users to invest in high-value stocks with minimal capital, a feature not commonly offered by traditional brokers.
  • Robinhood's recent acquisition of Pluto enhances its platform with AI-driven personalized investment strategies, setting it apart from competitors.

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Benefits

Well-being - Premium medical, dental, and vision insurance

Family & home life - Parental leave, personal prosperity benefits

Comfort & care - Flexible work from home / office balance, health & wellness stipend

Office life - Catered meals and fully stocked kitchen, commuter benefits

Growth - Education and training, community events, career mentorships