Kraken

Risk & Internal Controls Associate

Europe

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, Cryptocurrency, FintechIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Remote
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Salary: Not specified

Kraken is seeking a Risk and Internal Controls Analyst to join their Risk Management team. This role offers broad exposure to risk and controls across the business, including support for SOX compliance activities. The team is fully remote, with Krakenites located in 70+ countries. Kraken is committed to industry-leading security, crypto education, and world-class client support through products like Kraken Pro, Desktop, Wallet, and Kraken Futures.

Requirements

  • 1-2+ years of experience in a risk management, internal audit, or SOX compliance role.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Risk Management).

Responsibilities

  • Internal Controls Support (SOX):
    • Assist in maintaining risk and control documentation (e.g., RCMs, process flows, narratives).
    • Help coordinate evidence collection and control attestations.
    • Support quarterly SOX updates, including IT General Controls (ITGCs).
    • Prepare audit-ready documentation to support control testing.
  • Enterprise Risk Management Activities:
    • Help update the enterprise and departmental risk registers.
    • Assist in risk assessments and RCSAs (Risk & Control Self-Assessments).
    • Support in monitoring and tracking Key Risk Indicators (KRIs).
    • Participate in root cause analysis for risk incidents and control failures.
  • GRC System Maintenance:
    • Help maintain the Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) system.

Application Instructions

Company Information

  • Company: Kraken
  • Mission: To accelerate the global adoption of crypto, so that everyone can achieve financial freedom and inclusion.
  • Products: Kraken Pro, Desktop, Wallet, Kraken Futures
  • Values: Crypto conviction, mission-focused, industry pioneers.

Skills

Risk Management
Internal Audit
SOX Compliance
Risk & Control Documentation
Risk Assessments
RCSAs
KRIs
Root Cause Analysis
GRC System Maintenance

Kraken

Cryptocurrency exchange for buying and trading

About Kraken

Kraken is a cryptocurrency exchange platform that allows users to buy, sell, and trade various digital assets. It offers features that cater to both beginners and experienced traders, making it easy to navigate the cryptocurrency market. Users can execute trades with high liquidity, which means their transactions are completed quickly. The platform charges low transaction fees, sometimes as low as 0%, helping users keep more of their profits. Kraken also provides advanced charting tools to help investors track their investments effectively. Security is a major focus, with multiple protective measures in place to keep user assets safe. The platform supports 70 different asset pairs and is continuously expanding its offerings. Additionally, Kraken offers 24/7 global support to assist users with any questions or issues.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$108.5MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Crypto & Web3, Financial ServicesIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive salary and equity plan
401k contribution plan
Vacation & Generous PTO
Paid Tranings

Risks

Increased competition from Binance and Coinbase could impact Kraken's market share.
Regulatory scrutiny in the EU may raise Kraken's compliance costs.
The volatility of cryptocurrency prices can affect Kraken's revenue from transaction fees.

Differentiation

Kraken offers both spot and futures trading for over 40 digital assets.
The platform provides advanced charting tools for professional traders and technical analysts.
Kraken's 24/7 global support ensures assistance for users at any time.

Upsides

Kraken's acquisition of Staked enhances its staking services for consumers and institutions.
Sponsorship deals with major soccer clubs boost Kraken's visibility and brand recognition.
The rise of crypto derivatives attracts advanced traders to Kraken's sophisticated tools.

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