Change Oversight and Licence Strategy Manager

Kraken Digital Asset Exchange

Support the ongoing development, implementation, and operation of Kraken’s IT General Control (“ITGC”) oversight and technology governance framework across regulated entities and core operational environments.; Partner with Product, Engine…

Posted 7/23/2026Verified active Jul 25, 2026, 12:36 AMfull-timeRemote • 🇮🇪 IrelandSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrated expertise in IT General Controls, operational risk management, and technology governance, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and cross-functional collaboration. Proven ability to lead complex initiatives, enhance governance processes, and effectively communicate with senior stakeholders in fast-paced environments.

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5+ Years Experience in IT Risk ManagementStrong Understanding of Operational RiskProven Experience Leading Multi-Stakeholder InitiativesStrong Analytical and Problem-Solving SkillsExcellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

IT General ControlsOperational Risk ManagementTechnology GovernanceChange Management ProcessesTesting and Validation Standards

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsOrganizational SkillsCoordination SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Governance FrameworksRegulatory-Critical DatasetsOperational Resilience ToolsGovernance DocumentationCritical Systems Inventories

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesFintechCryptoOperational ResilienceRegulatory Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the ongoing development, implementation, and operation of Kraken’s IT General Control (“ITGC”) oversight and technology governance framework across regulated entities and core operational environments.
Partner with Product, Engineering, Data, Finance, Compliance, and operational teams to identify, assess, and manage risks arising from system, infrastructure, process, or data changes impacting regulatory or operational control environments.
Support the operation and continuous enhancement of governance processes relating to: IT general controls;
technology change management;
operational resilience;
implementation readiness;
testing and validation;
and post-implementation oversight.
Assist in the development and maintenance of policies, procedures, workflows, standards, and governance documentation supporting operational risk management and technology governance activities.
Support the maintenance and refinement of critical systems inventories, regulatory-critical datasets, data dependencies, and associated governance artefacts.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in top-tier consulting, strategy, or IT risk management, — ideally in financial services, fintech, or crypto.
Strong understanding of operational risk, IT audit, technology governance, operational resilience, procurement, or a related discipline,IT general controls, change management processes, testing and validation standards, and operational risk management frameworks.
Proven experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives with a commercial or regulatory focus.
Strong grasp of business and financial models — able to quantify how regulatory design impacts revenue, cost, and scalability.
Familiarity with governance frameworks and regulatory expectations relating to operational resilience, outsourcing, technology risk, or digital asset regulation (e.g. MiCAR, DORA, PSD2, E-Money Regulations) is advantageous.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex operational or technology risks and translate findings into practical recommendations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear governance reporting and engage effectively with senior stakeholders across business, technology, and control functions.
Experience working cross-functionally with Engineering, Product, Risk, Compliance, Finance, Data, and operational teams.
Comfortable operating in a fast-moving environment with evolving priorities and regulatory requirements.
Strong organisational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams, stakeholders, and governance activities simultaneously.