Risk Manager, Market and Credit at FalconX

New City, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Fintech, CryptocurrencyIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field, with 5-7+ years of experience in risk management, focusing on market and credit risk
Experience working in a financial institution or financial services start-up
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret complex financial data
Self-motivated, with great initiative and the ability to work independently
Maintain a high level of accuracy in all tasks
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex concepts clearly
Preferred Qualifications
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, SQL, or R, with a focus on financial modeling and analysis

Responsibilities

Create, develop, and execute strategies to manage firm-wide market and credit risks effectively by collaborating with trading, finance, and other relevant teams
Conduct comprehensive assessments of firm-wide market and credit risks, identifying potential vulnerabilities and developing strategies to mitigate these risks
Monitor and analyze market trends, price movements, and credit metrics to ensure adequate risk management under various market conditions
Develop and implement risk metrics and monitoring tools to assess the firm's market and credit exposure, ensuring accurate and timely reporting
Perform stress testing and scenario analysis to evaluate the firm's resilience to adverse market conditions and potential worst-case scenarios related to market and credit
Stay informed about industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging risks in market and credit management, providing actionable insights to inform risk management strategies
Prepare detailed risk reports for senior management, highlighting key market and credit exposures, trends, and performance metrics
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and internal risk policies, particularly those affecting market and credit risk management, and update practices accordingly
Identify opportunities to enhance risk management processes, including automation of risk assessment and reporting procedures, and implement internal controls to safeguard against operational risks
Continuously update your knowledge of risk management practices, financial instruments, and technologies related to market and credit

Skills

Market Risk Management

Credit Risk Management

Stress Testing

Scenario Analysis

Risk Metrics

Risk Monitoring

Market Analysis

Credit Metrics

FalconX

Institutional crypto trading platform for financial institutions

About FalconX

FalconX is an institutional crypto trading platform that simplifies the trading of digital assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum for financial institutions. It provides clear price discovery and efficient trade execution, allowing clients to trade without concerns about hidden fees. The platform is trusted by major financial institutions and offers tailored services such as trade execution, credit, and treasury management. FalconX aims to deliver a reliable and comprehensive trading experience for institutional investors in the digital asset market.

San Mateo, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2018Year Founded

$415.4MTotal Funding

SERIES_DCompany Stage

Fintech, Crypto & Web3Industries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Performance Bonus

Company Equity

Risks

Increased competition in crypto derivatives could pressure FalconX's profit margins.

Regulatory scrutiny may impact the adoption of FalconX's auto-liquidation service in APAC.

Expansion into FX market may lead to integration challenges and operational risks.

Differentiation

FalconX eliminates slippage and hidden fees using advanced data science techniques.

The platform is trusted by major financial institutions for its reliability and effectiveness.

FalconX offers a comprehensive suite of services tailored for institutional clients.

Upsides

Acquisition of Arbelos Markets strengthens FalconX's position in the crypto derivatives market.

Launch of auto-liquidation service enhances capital efficiency for APAC crypto miners.

New FX desk in London expands FalconX's service offerings into traditional markets.

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