Job description
This is a remote position.
Location: Remote
Salary: €70,000 – €110,000 per annumOur client is a premier, high-growth international Forex brokerage with an expanding global footprint. Built on a foundation of technology, compliance, and client-focused service, the company is scaling operations across multiple jurisdictions and is committed to maintaining strong risk and governance structures as it grows.
They are now seeking an experienced Chief Risk Officer (CRO) to lead the global risk function and build robust enterprise-wide frameworks across market, credit, and operational risk. This is a senior leadership role ideal for someone with a strategic mindset and a proven track record in risk oversight within regulated financial institutions, especially in the FX/CFD sector.
Description
As CRO, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and continuously improving the group’s risk management strategy. You will oversee risk exposure across all business functions, drive regulatory compliance initiatives, and provide leadership in developing tools for risk monitoring, stress testing, and capital adequacy.
You’ll work closely with C-level stakeholders, regulators, and internal teams to ensure the firm operates with a risk-aware culture that meets the demands of global regulatory environments.
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain an enterprise-wide risk management framework covering market, credit, and operational risk
Establish key risk indicators and ensure real-time monitoring of exposures and limits across all trading activities
Lead the implementation of stress testing methodologies and capital adequacy assessments
Monitor regulatory compliance requirements and maintain strong relationships with relevant authorities
Provide guidance and governance to ensure adherence to risk policies across all departments and jurisdictions
Build and manage a risk team capable of supporting a multi-entity brokerage structure
Report regularly to senior management and the board on risk profile, controls, and mitigation strategies
Support strategic decisions by providing data-driven insights on the firm’s risk position
Requirements
10+ years of experience in risk management within regulated financial institutions
In-depth experience in FX/CFD trading environments, including exposure to market and operational risk
Proven ability to design and implement comprehensive enterprise risk frameworks
Strong understanding of capital adequacy, liquidity risk, and stress testing models
Experience working with compliance teams and regulatory bodies across multiple jurisdictions
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Nice to Have
Exposure to cross-jurisdictional regulatory environments (CySEC, FCA, ESMA, SVG, Seychelles, etc.)
Experience liaising with financial regulators
Strong quantitative or analytical background (e.g., CFA, FRM, or similar qualifications)
Benefits
Competitive salary of €70,000 – €110,000 per annum
Remote working with flexibility and autonomy
Key leadership role within a growing, internationally active brokerage
Direct influence over global risk strategy and compliance development
Collaborative and forward-thinking work environment
This is a rare opportunity to define and lead the risk management strategy of an ambitious global brokerage at a senior level.
Apply now to be considered for this exciting opportunity.
Originally posted on Himalayas
Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.