capital.com

Head of Risk UK (Crypto)

London, England, United Kingdom Hybrid On-site
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Job Description

We are a leading trading platform that is ambitiously expanding to the four corners of the globe. Our top-rated products have won prestigious industry awards for their cutting-edge technology and seamless client experience. We deliver only the best, so we are always in search of the best people to join our ever-growing talented team. As the Head of Risk UK (Crypto), you will build and lead the independent second line risk function for Capital.com's digital assets business in the UK. This is a dual-hat role. Alongside this UK mandate, you will act as deputy to the Group Head of Risk (Digital Assets) and take primary ownership of building the Group’s financial and prudential risk framework, which will be applied across the Group’s regulated entities as they are onboarded.You will report to the Group Head of Risk (Digital Assets), set the local risk direction, maintain the risk appetite within Group boundaries, and ensure the business operates within approved limits while it scales. This position carries regulatory responsibilities and is expected to be subject to FCA fit and proper assessment, with senior management accountability expected to formalise as the UK cryptoasset regime transitions into the FSMA authorisation framework. You will be accountable for risk governance, effective oversight of prudential and market risks, and ensuring growth is matched by strong controls, clear escalation, and Board level visibility

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What does the Head of Risk UK (Crypto) role at capital.com involve?

The Head of Risk UK (Crypto) position at capital.com in London, England, United Kingdom is a hybrid role. We are a leading trading platform that is ambitiously expanding to the four corners of the globe. Our top-rated products have won prestigious industry awards for their cutting-edge technology and seamless client experience. We deliver only the best, so we are always in search of the best people to join our ever-growing talented team. As the Head of Risk UK (Crypto), you will build and lead the independent second line risk function for Capital.com's digital assets business in the UK. This is a dual-hat role. Alongside this UK mandate, you will act as deputy to the Group Head of Risk (Digital Assets) and take primary ownership of building the Group’s financial and prudential risk framework, which will be applied across the Group’s regulated entities as they are onboarded.

What skills are required for Head of Risk UK (Crypto) at capital.com?

Key skills for this role include: Scala, RDS, Git, API.

What is the salary for Head of Risk UK (Crypto) at capital.com?

The salary for this position is not publicly listed. You can negotiate during the interview process. Check Glassdoor or Levels.fyi for estimates.

Is the Head of Risk UK (Crypto) position at capital.com remote or on-site?

This position is On-site. The role is based in London, England, United Kingdom.

How do I apply for Head of Risk UK (Crypto) at capital.com?

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About This Role

Head of Risk UK (Crypto) at capital.com is a hybrid management position in London, England, United Kingdom. Key skills include Scala, RDS, Git, API. Education: Bachelor's Degree preferred.

This role is classified as on-site and is suitable for manager-level professionals. Ghost Score 20/100 (Probably Active) indicates this listing is probably active with recent employer engagement.

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