Product and Regional Risk Manager

Kraken Digital Asset Exchange

Conduct and maintain risk assessments and RCSAs across Kraken's core and emerging product lines, identifying key risk exposures and recommending appropriate controls and mitigants; Perform risk assessments for Kraken's regional entities, w…

Posted 7/14/2026Verified active Jul 25, 2026, 12:36 AMfull-timeRemote • 🇮🇪 IrelandSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Candidates should emphasize extensive experience in enterprise risk management, particularly within financial services or fintech environments. Highlight the ability to conduct comprehensive risk assessments, develop risk frameworks, and effectively communicate risk insights to senior leadership and governance bodies.

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Enterprise Risk ManagementRisk Assessment MethodologiesDigital Asset MarketsRegulatory ComplianceData-Driven Risk Insights

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Hard Skills

Risk AssessmentsRCSAsRisk FrameworksRisk Appetite FrameworkKey Risk Indicator Reporting

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsStakeholder EngagementIndependent OperationCross-Functional Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

GRC ToolingData AnalyticsAutomation Tools

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesFintechCryptoMiCAR Regulatory ObligationsOperational Risk

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct and maintain risk assessments and RCSAs across Kraken's core and emerging product lines, identifying key risk exposures and recommending appropriate controls and mitigants.
Perform risk assessments for Kraken's regional entities, working with regional and global stakeholders to understand the regulatory, operational, and market risk environment.
Contribute to the development and ongoing maintenance of Kraken's enterprise risk taxonomy, risk appetite framework, and key risk indicator (KRI) reporting.
Own and oversee the regulated entity risk management framework, including risk appetite setting, risk taxonomy, and governance structures.
Lead the identification, assessment, monitoring, and reporting of all material risk types, including operational, regulatory, liquidity, safeguarding, outsourcing, ICT, and conduct risks.
Partner with Product and Engineering teams to embed risk considerations early in the product development lifecycle.
Drive proactive identification and escalation of emerging risks, ensuring timely visibility for senior management and relevant governance bodies.
Leverage GRC tooling and data analytics to support risk monitoring, reporting, and the automation of risk program activities at scale.
Serve as the primary point of contact for risk-related engagement with the Central Bank of Ireland and other relevant regulators.
Prepare clear, concise risk reporting for senior leadership, risk committees, and relevant governance bodies.

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of proven experience in enterprise risk management or a related discipline, ideally within a financial services, fintech, or crypto organization, or a top-tier consulting or audit firm.
Solid understanding of risk frameworks and risk assessment methodologies, with the ability to apply them pragmatically in a fast-moving environment.
Demonstrated experience conducting risk assessments and RCSAs, with the ability to translate complex risk findings into clear, actionable recommendations.
Strong familiarity with digital asset markets and MiCAR regulatory obligations.
Systems thinker with a track record of leveraging technology, automation, and data-driven approaches to build scalable, operationally effective risk programs.
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize data from multiple sources and derive meaningful risk insights.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce polished deliverables and present findings to senior stakeholders and governance bodies.
Proven ability to operate independently, manage competing priorities, and add value across a broad range of risk activities in a high-growth, fully remote environment.
Experience working cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, Compliance, Legal, and Finance teams.
Knowledge of the crypto and digital assets landscape is a strong plus — familiarity with Kraken's products and competitive environment.