Bitpanda
Champion the Financial Risk Framework – Own the Financial Risk Management Framework (FRMF), including policies, standards, and procedures across market, liquidity, credit, and capital risks. Support the definition and oversight of risk appetite, KRIs, limits, and escalation rules aligned with strategic and regulatory objectives. Periodically review and enhance frameworks to reflect new products, markets, or regulatory changes. Provide Oversight & Challenge – Provide independent 2LOD oversight of trading and treasury risk exposures across crypto and other assets. Challenge risk models, pricing assumptions, liquidity management, and client asset controls. Monitor compliance with risk policies and appetite; escalate and recommend remediation where required.
Regulatory & Capital Management – Support ICAAP/ICARA, liquidity assessments, and prudential reporting under MiCA, CASP, and MiFID II. Maintain up-to-date interpretation of evolving EU/UK regulatory expectations. Oversee the execution of stress testing and scenario analysis to inform capital and liquidity planning.
Risk Measurement & Reporting – Develop concise reporting on market, liquidity, counterparty, and funding risks. Produce risk dashboards for leadership and the Risk Committee. Embed early-warning triggers and actionable insights into management reports. Collaboration & Advisory - Partner with Trading, Treasury, Product, Technology and Operations to embed frameworks and ensure compliance with policies. Advise on product design (e.g., lending, staking, margin) from a risk and control lens. Collaborate with Non-Financial and ICT Risk for integrated risk insight across the business.
Seasoned Risk Professional – 5–8+ years in financial risk management, ideally in brokerage, trading, or crypto, ideally in fast-paced Fintech and Digital Asset environments. Proven 2LOD oversight and policy governance experience. Exposure to both institutional and retail client risk environments. Financial Risk Expert – Proficient in market, liquidity, credit, and capital risk management. Experience designing and maintaining policies, frameworks, and standards. Knowledge of MiCA, MiFID II, and prudential risk principles. Proficiency in analytics and reporting tools (Excel, Python, SQL). Deep understanding of MaRisk, BaFin, and the full financial product lifecycle—from licensing to settlement—paired with strong market awareness. Entrepreneurial, Adaptable & Great Communicator – Entrepreneurial, adaptive, independent thinker, analytical, independent, and commercially pragmatic. Clear communicator, confident with senior management and regulators. Adaptable and forward-looking in fast-moving market and regulatory landscapes. Proactive & Impact-Oriented – Self-starter who thrives in dynamic settings, driving high-impact, low-friction risk management practices.Digital Asset Advocate – Passionate about building a secure, compliant, and innovative digital asset ecosystem. What’s in it for you
Flexibility to work where you thrive – Enjoy the freedom of our Hybrid working model, combining onsite collaboration and remote work, with an additional 25 days per year to work from a city or country of your choice. Reward for your impact – Receive a competitive total compensation package aligned with Bitpanda’s pay-for-impact policy, including participation in our stock option plan. Support for your mental wellbeing – Access confidential coaching, counselling, and mental health resources whenever you need them through OpenUP. Time to recharge – Take extra time off to rest, reset, and recharge, with 3 additional days off in 2026 to prioritise your wellbeing. Continuous learning and growth – Grow your skills and stay ahead in your career with unlimited access to Udemy’s library of online courses at your own pace. Exclusive perks and rewards – Enjoy discounts, rewards, and perks from partners worldwide across life>
.…and even more location-specific benefits designed to make life at Bitpanda even more rewarding wherever you are. Above all, you will have the opportunity to learn and grow as part of Bitpanda’s incredible journey towards being Europe’s future #1 investment platform. Bitpanda is committed to fostering a fair and equal environment based on trust and mutual respect. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is paramount to our success and we are committed to building a team that represents a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. * These benefits may be adjusted at Bitpanda’s discretion and do not apply to our internships and exceptions to our Hybrid Working policy apply to teams with shift schedules or for folks whose roles require them to be in-office (think: Workplaces team or IT).