Risk Management Leadership Opportunity at RULEMATCH
We are seeking a highly experienced and hands-on Director of Risk Management to lead our risk management function. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing all types of risk to which the company is exposed. As RULEMATCH is purely a market operator and never a party to a trade, operational risks are of primary importance. However, the Director is also responsible for managing financial and reputational risks and has overall responsibility for the company-wide internal control system.
Key Responsibilities:
* Risk Assessment and Management: Identify and assess risks that affect the organization, lead risk measurement in close collaboration with other control functions, maintain the company's risk tolerance framework and recommend appropriate risk responses.
* Risk Control and Compliance: Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of risk controls and mitigation strategies, oversee the implementation of risk control measures across departments, ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
* Culture and Communication: Promote a risk-aware culture and educate employees on risk management practices, provide regular risk reporting to management and the Board of Directors, direct collaboration with supervisory authorities, auditors, partners and clients on issues of risk and internal control.
Requirements:
* Several years of experience in risk management in the securities trading or post-trading area, some of which preferably in a financial market infrastructure and in a leadership role.
* In-depth knowledge of securities trading or post-trading processes is essential.
* Proven experience in implementing risk management frameworks.
* University degree in finance, economics, business administration or related field required, Master's degree preferred (equivalent work experience will be considered).
* Relevant professional certification such as FRM, PRM, CFA or similar are highly desirable.
* Fluency in English and German, both written and spoken, is required.
* Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with strategic thinking and attention to detail.
* Willingness to go the extra mile in a start-up environment.
About Us:
RULEMATCH is a digital asset trading and clearing venue for banks, securities firms and their institutional clients. By providing capital efficient and ultra-low latency trading, RULEMATCH is helping to increase institutional adoption and enable the next evolution of the crypto and digital asset market.
What We Offer:
* Annual salary of CHF 180'000 and additional stock appreciation rights to participate in the increase in value of the company.
* Competitive pension plan benefits.
* Be part of a venture in a fast-growing market with the ambition to compete with the world's best.
* Inspiring environment with a focus on excellence, teamwork, and transparency.
* Work in the city center of Zurich.