About the company
FalconX is the most advanced digital asset platform for institutions. We provide trade execution, credit & treasury management, prime offering and market making services. Given our global operations, industry-leading technology and deep liquidity, we have facilitated client transactions of $1 trillion in volume. Our products & services are regulated, compliant and trusted. We are a team of engineers, product builders, institutional sales and trading leaders, operations experts, and business strategists. Our teammates have entrepreneurial experience and come from companies such as Google, Apple, Paypal, Citadel, Bridgewater, and Goldman Sachs. And, we embody our values: Think big; Drive bold outcomes; Be one team; Iterate with speed; and be an entrepreneur. We prioritize learning. Outcomes are mission-critical, but we also believe that learning in success and in failure will drive our continued success. Our industry is emergent - thereās no shortage of experiments to get involved with and to continue growing and learning together.
Job Summary
Responsibilities:
šRisk Assessment and Analysis: Conduct thorough risk assessments of crypto assets and investment strategies to identify potential risks and vulnerabilities. Analyze market trends, price movements, and regulatory developments to assess their impact on the company's portfolio. Counterparty credit assessments and margin calls. šRisk Measurement and Monitoring: Develop risk metrics and monitoring tools to assess the exposure and performance of the crypto portfolio. Regularly review risk models and methodologies to ensure accuracy and relevance. šPortfolio Stress Testing: Conduct stress tests on the crypto portfolio to assess its resilience to adverse market conditions and evaluate potential worst-case scenarios. šMarket Research and Intelligence: Stay up-to-date with the latest developments and trends in the crypto market, including regulatory changes, emerging technologies and competitor activities. Provide actionable insights to inform risk management strategies. šRisk Reporting: Prepare regular risk reports for senior management, highlighting key risk exposures, trends, and performance metrics. Communicate complex risk-related concepts in a clear and concise manner. šRisk Mitigation Strategies: Collaborate with traders and portfolio managers to develop risk mitigation strategies, including hedging and diversification techniques. Evaluate and recommend risk-reducing trades and investment opportunities. šCompliance and Regulatory Oversight: Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and internal risk policies. Monitor regulatory changes and update risk management practice accordingly. šInternal Controls and Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance risk management processes, including automation of risk assessment and reporting procedures. Implement internal controls to safeguard against operational risks. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other teams such as Trading, Research, Compliance, and Legal to ensure a holistic approach to risk management and maintain a cohesive risk management framework. šContinuous Learning: Stay informed about the latest developments in risk management practices, financial instruments, and technologies in the crypto space. Attend relevant conferences, workshops, and industry events.
Success:
šAs a Risk Management Associate, you will help build in-house Risk Management capabilities, streamline & consolidate processes, and ensure real-time & accurate risk information to all the stakeholders. šPassionate about working in a business function with enthusiasm to learn and grow in a challenging business environment of the Digital assets industry. šWork closely with all the teams to ensure the best financial outcomes for the organization. šAbility to multitask, work effectively under pressure, prioritise, and manage workload to meet internal needs.