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Bitpanda
Senior Risk Specialist - Corporate Functions
Vienna
October 25, 2024
Who we are
We simplify wealth creation. Founded in 2014 in Vienna, Austria by Eric Demuth, Paul Klanschek and Christian Trummer, we're here to help people trust themselves enough to build their financial freedom — for now and the future. Our user-friendly, trade-everything platform empowers both first-time investors and seasoned experts to invest in the cryptocurrencies, crypto indices, stocks*, precious metals and commodities* they want — with any sized budget, 24/7. Our global team works across different cultures and time zones, bringing our products to more than 4 million customers, making us one of Europe's safest and most secure platforms that powers modern investing.
Headquartered in Austria but operating across Europe, our products are built by fast-moving, talented, "roll-up-your-sleeves-and-make-it-happen" kind of people. It's these diverse perspectives and innovative minds operating as ONE TEAM that keep Bitpanda at the cutting edge of our industry. So if you're someone who thinks big, moves fast and wants to make an impact right from day one, then get ready to join our industry-changing team. Let's go!
Your Mission
We simplify wealth creation. Founded in 2014 in Vienna, Austria by Eric Demuth, Paul Klanschek and Christian Trummer, we're here to help people trust themselves enough to build their financial freedom — for now and the future. Our user-friendly, trade-everything platform empowers both first-time investors and seasoned experts to invest in the cryptocurrencies, crypto indices, stocks*, precious metals and commodities* they want — with any sized budget, 24/7. Our global team works across different cultures and time zones, bringing our products to more than 4 million customers, making us one of Europe's safest and most secure platforms that powers modern investing.
Headquartered in Austria but operating across Europe, our products are built by fast-moving, talented, "roll-up-your-sleeves-and-make-it-happen" kind of people. It's these diverse perspectives and innovative minds operating as ONE TEAM that keep Bitpanda at the cutting edge of our industry. So if you're someone who thinks big, moves fast and wants to make an impact right from day one, then get ready to join our industry-changing team. Let's go!
Join our team as a Senior Risk Specialist, overseeing all non financial risk oversight and advisory activities facing off stakeholders in Corporate Functions and Compliance in the 1LOD and 2LOD. This will involve thorough review, understanding and challenge with respect to key processes, controls and risk pertaining to these areas. You will be acting as the single point of contact for all risk related matters in the Corporate Functions and Compliance departments, responsible for advising and recommending standards and best practices, monitoring activities and challenging where necessary to ensure exceptional standards are implemented and maintained in these areas. You will play a key role in ensuring Bitpanda's Corporate Functions and Compliance areas and related activities are robust, compliant and resilient as we continue to evolve these in step with the company's ambitious growth plans.
You will report to the Head of Operational Risk Management and will be a key member of Bitpanda's growing Group Risk Management Team.
What you'll do
- Provide oversight of all Corporate Functions (eg. Finance, Tax, Accounting, HR, Legal) as well as Compliance (Regulatory and Financial Crime) risks.
- Collaborate with Corporate Functions and Compliance teams regarding new programs, governance, and roadmap/planning, in alignment with Bitpanda's Risk Management Framework.
- Act as the point of contact for Corporate Functions and Compliance teams, helping them identify, treat, monitor, and report on the most material risks and mitigating controls.
- Provide guidance and, where necessary, perform 2nd level control monitoring and oversight (including testing where needed) at planned intervals to assess effective control framework implementation, and advise risk owners on assessment and treatment of identified risks.
- Coordinate risk and control assessments, oversee relevant events or incidents, participate in audit engagements as needed, and support senior management in aligning Corporate Functions and Compliance governance with organisational goals.
- 3-5 years hands on experience in financial services or financial technology, managing risk and controls, including audit experiences demonstrating strong knowledge of non-financial risk management, related processes, and frameworks.
- Solid understanding of financial accounting standards, processes and controls,
- Proficient in compliance related processes and control standards and best practices, both regulatory and financial crime related, Knowledge of traditional back/middle office processes is a bonus.
- German speaker (hard requirement), we can potentially be more flexible on location if we find the optimal candidate.
- Ability to understand end-to-end risks and integrate a control framework throughout the organisation, bringing risk-management topics to life and embedding high-output, low-friction practices.
- A self-starter capable of operating in an ever-changing environment, consistently demonstrating leadership and ownership.
What's in it for you
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.
- We're proud of our flexible working model that includes 2 days (minimum) working from the local Hub, plus 60 Work From Anywhere days annually
- Total compensation package including participation in our Bitpanda stock option plan
- Competitive benefits programs and policies shaped by our flexibility-first philosophy
- Exclusive premiums when trading on Bitpanda
- Company-wide and team events — both in-person and virtually!
- Bitpanda swag to keep you living the brand
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.
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