Sr. Risk Manager, US

OKX•New York, NY

About The Position

The OKX Central Risk function is responsible for overall risk management covering financial risk, enterprise risk, operational risk, fraud risk, quantitative model development, and model validation. We’re deeply committed to the top risk standards of the crypto industry, protecting the company from financial, regulatory and reputational risks. Our team consists of seasoned risk professionals who are based across our global offices. We are seeking a versatile Senior Risk Manager to join our US risk management team. You will be responsible for risk governance (frameworks, policies, etc) and integrated risk management (financial and non-financial risks). Reporting to the US CRO, the ideal candidate brings the discipline of a top-tier Bank or FCM (Futures Commission Merchant) and the adaptability to apply those standards to the digital asset ecosystem.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in Economics, Math, Statistics, or Finance; MBA, CFA, and/or FRM/PRM a plus
7 to 10 years of experience in Risk Management at a large Bank, FCM (Futures Commission Merchant), or Broker-Dealer; prior experience in a risk governance role a plus
Strong knowledge of US regulations (CFTC, NFA, SEC) and an understanding of the scrutiny required during the licensing phase
Exceptional written communication skills; ability to draft comprehensive and sound policy documents and procedures that stand up to external scrutiny
Proven track record of success within a large, multinational financial institution
Ability to navigate complex reporting lines and balance local US regulatory mandates with global corporate strategy

Responsibilities

Work directly with the US CRO to implement and evolve the US Risk Management Framework to ensure compliance with US regulatory standards (e.g., CFTC, NFA, SEC)
Draft, review, and update risk policies, standards, and operating procedures, ensuring they remain fit-for-purpose as the business scales and US regulations evolve
Serve as the secretary for the US Risk Committee; prepare meeting packs, produce and analyze key risk indicators (KRIs), and track remediation actions
Work closely with risk colleagues in financial risk (market, credit, liquidity) to develop risk controls, limits, and monitoring routines
Facilitate the Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) process across the US business lines to identify, assess, and mitigate key operational risks
Act as the US risk liaison in the new product approval process, identifying new products risks and ensuring products are tailored appropriately for the US market
Actively support various license application processes by drafting necessary submission materials, responding to regulatory inquiries, and demonstrating robust risk controls
Define, track, and report on Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) to provide early warning of changing risk profiles or control weaknesses
Act as the bridge between the US entity and the global Risk function, ensuring local regulatory requirements are met while leveraging global infrastructure and resources efficiently