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Full-Time

Head of Risk Management

London

Posted on 4/10/2024

Galaxy

Galaxy

501-1,000 employees

Financial platform for digital assets and blockchain

Hardware
Fintech
Crypto & Web3
Financial Services

Expert

London, UK

Category
Asset Management
Risk Management
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
Python
Management
SQL
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 10+ years of experience in risk management
  • Advanced degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field
  • Professional certifications such as FRM or CFA
  • Experience with the FCA's IFPR and the ICARA process
  • Experience in Python, SQL, and Excel
Responsibilities
  • Design and implement market risk management strategies
  • Lead the local market risk management team
  • Own and champion Enterprise Risk Management Framework
  • Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements specific to digital asset investments
  • Work closely with the trading team for risk management practices
  • Perform risk assessments and scenario analysis
  • Develop and oversee advanced risk analytics and modeling techniques
  • Serve as the primary advisor on market risk issues
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of digital asset market trends
  • Leverage on-chain information for data-driven decision making

Galaxy is a leading provider in the digital asset and blockchain industry, offering a comprehensive financial platform that includes Global Markets, Asset Management, and Digital Infrastructure Solutions. The company’s commitment to integrating advanced technologies such as trading, lending, advisory services, and institutional-grade investment solutions, positions it at the forefront of the financial technology space. With additional services like proprietary bitcoin mining and hosting, network validator services, and enterprise custodial technology, this firm not only spearheads technical advances but also ensures secure and efficient digital asset management for its clients.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$523M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

9%

1 year growth

20%

2 year growth

29%
INACTIVE