Job Description

• Automated Trading Systems Oversight: Oversee the development, deployment, and continuous optimization of automated trading systems, ensuring that they are well-integrated with risk management protocols to handle market volatility and client activity.
• Risk Monitoring: Continuously monitor the risk exposure of automated systems and trading algorithms. This includes tracking real-time transactions, margin calls, and client positions to detect and mitigate potential risks.
• Algorithmic Risk Mitigation: Work closely with the algorithmic trading team to ensure that automated trading strategies adhere to defined risk parameters. Optimize the system to avoid over-leveraging, liquidity risks, and market manipulation.
• Position Limits and Risk Thresholds: Define and enforce risk thresholds for automated trading algorithms, ensuring that positions taken by clients do not exceed predetermined risk limits.
• Wallet Risk Management: Oversee the management and security of client wallets, ensuring they are protected against unauthorized access, fraud, and theft. This includes managing hot wallets, cold wallets, and multi-signature wallets.
• Security Protocols: Implement and maintain strong encryption, authentication, and security practices to protect wallet contents and transaction data. Stay up-to-date on the latest wallet security technologies.
• Transaction Monitoring: Monitor transactions across the platform, ensuring compliance with AML (Anti-Money Laundering) and KYC (Know Your Customer) regulations, particularly regarding deposit and withdrawal activities related to CFD trading.
• Risk Strategy Development: Define and lead the development of a comprehensive risk management strategy tailored to the CFD platform, automated trading systems and wallet management. Ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Stress Testing & Scenario Analysis: Conduct stress tests and scenario analysis to identify potential vulnerabilities in automated trading systems and wallet security under various market conditions (e.g., extreme volatility, liquidity crunches).
• Data-Driven Insights: Utilize advanced data analytics and modeling to provide insights into potential risks and suggest strategies for mitigating them. Leverage data to predict risk scenarios and implement proactive measures.
• Compliance Oversight: Ensure that the platform adheres to all relevant financial regulations in the context of automated trading, CFD operations, and wallet management.
• Audit & Reporting: Prepare detailed reports on platform performance, risk exposure, and compliance status for senior management and regulatory bodies. Address any findings from internal or external audits promptly.
• AML/KYC Compliance: Ensure all automated systems and wallet activities are in compliance with AML (Anti-Money Laundering) and KYC (Know Your Customer) regulations. This includes monitoring for suspicious trading patterns and transactions.
• Incident Management: Lead the response to any system failures, breaches, or anomalies in the automated trading system or wallet management. Implement measures to resolve the issue swiftly and prevent recurrence.
• Crisis Planning: Develop contingency plans to ensure business continuity during platform outages, cyber-attacks, or financial crises.
• Collaboration with Tech Teams: Work closely with developers, IT security teams, and product managers to ensure the smooth functioning of the automated trading systems and wallet infrastructure.
• Training & Awareness: Provide guidance and training to internal teams (e.g., operations, compliance) on risk management best practices, emerging risks, and the operation of automated systems and wallet security protocols.

What we are looking for

• A degree in Finance, Risk Management, Computer Science, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• Certifications in Risk Management (e.g., FRM, CFA), Blockchain, or Cybersecurity (e.g., CISSP) are beneficial.
• 3-5 years of experience in risk management within the financial or fintech industry, preferably with experience in CFD trading, automated trading systems, and wallet management.
• Hands-on experience with algorithmic trading systems, CFD platforms, and digital asset management (e.g., cryptocurrencies, tokenized assets).
• Proven track record in managing risk protocols, security measures, and automated systems.
• Automated Trading Systems: Expertise in managing and optimizing trading algorithms, especially in platforms like MetaTrader 4 (MT4), MetaTrader 5 (MT5), or other trading systems.
• Blockchain & Wallet Management: Familiarity with wallet technologies, including cold wallets, hot wallets, multi-signature wallets, and cryptocurrency security protocols.
• Data Analysis & Risk Tools: Strong proficiency in data analysis and risk modeling tools (e.g., Python, R, SQL, or similar platforms). Understanding of risk management software and market analysis tools.
• Security Technologies: Knowledge of advanced cybersecurity practices, including encryption, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and secure transaction protocols.
• Strong understanding of market risk, credit risk, and liquidity risk in CFD trading and automated systems.
• In-depth knowledge of algorithmic risk management and the ability to adjust parameters to ensure risk thresholds are respected.
• Experience implementing stress testing, scenario analysis, and real-time risk monitoring systems.
• Familiarity with financial regulations relevant to CFD brokers, such as MiFID II, ESMA guidelines, FCA regulations, and AML/KYC compliance.
• Leadership & Decision Making: Ability to lead cross-functional teams and make strategic decisions to minimize risk and enhance platform performance.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills to present risk insights, platform performance reports, and recommendations to stakeholders, including senior management.
• Problem-Solving & Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, particularly in handling complex risk scenarios and platform issues.
• Attention to Detail: A keen eye for spotting potential vulnerabilities in both automated systems and wallet management.