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Weekday AI

Head of Risk Management

Italy, TX · On-site

Set up and manage the Risk Management Framework : Establish appropriate risk policies and ... The Head of Risk has to undergo the MFSA PQ process. Required Skills The incumbent is expected to ...

Weekday AI

Head of Risk Management

Greece, NY

Set up and manage the Risk Management Framework : Establish appropriate risk policies and ... The Head of Risk has to undergo the MFSA PQ process. Required Skills The incumbent is expected to ...

Weekday AI

Head of Risk Management

Greece, NY · On-site

Set up and manage the Risk Management Framework : Establish appropriate risk policies and ... The Head of Risk has to undergo the MFSA PQ process. Required Skills The incumbent is expected to ...

Weekday AI

Head of Risk Management

Italy, TX · On-site

Set up and manage the Risk Management Framework : Establish appropriate risk policies and ... The Head of Risk has to undergo the MFSA PQ process. Required Skills The incumbent is expected to ...

Weekday AI

Head of Risk Management

Sicily Island, LA · On-site

Set up and manage the Risk Management Framework : Establish appropriate risk policies and ... The Head of Risk has to undergo the MFSA PQ process. Required Skills The incumbent is expected to ...

Netflix, Inc.

Head of Risk Management

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$350 - $600/hr

Manage the company's Total Cost of Risk, optimizing the balance between risk transfer, retention, and operational controls to support growth and profitability. Serve as a senior advisor to executive ...

Netflix

Head of Risk Management

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Manage the company's Total Cost of Risk, optimizing the balance between risk transfer, retention, and operational controls to support growth and profitability. Serve as a senior advisor to executive ...

Netflix

Head of Risk Management

Los Angeles, CA

Manage the company's Total Cost of Risk, optimizing the balance between risk transfer, retention, and operational controls to support growth and profitability. * Serve as a senior advisor to ...

Resilienceforward

Head of Risk Management

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$250 - $500/hr

Manage the company's Total Cost of Risk , optimizing the balance between risk transfer, retention, and operational controls to support growth and profitability. * Serve as a senior advisor to ...

Weekday AI

Head of Risk

Malta, NY · On-site

Set up and manage the Risk Management Framework : Establish appropriate risk policies and ... The Head of Risk has to undergo the MFSA PQ process. Required Skills The incumbent is expected to ...

Pillar

Head of Risk

New York, NY · Hybrid

Head of Risk * Location: New York, NY (5 days/week in-office) * Base Salary: $175,000-$250,000 ... Credit Risk and Counterparty Management: Design and own Pillar's credit risk framework, including ...

Pillar

Head of Risk

New York, NY · On-site

Head of Risk * Location: New York, NY (5 days/week in-office) * Base Salary: $175,000-$250,000 ... Credit Risk and Counterparty Management: Design and own Pillar's credit risk framework, including ...

ElectronX

Head of Risk

Chicago, IL · On-site

$225K - $300K/yr

S. ISOs and transition to margin-based trading, we need a Head of Risk who can design the ... The right person has seen risk management done well at established institutions and knows what to ...

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As of Aug 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for head of risk management in the United States is $143,185.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $105,500.00 and $167,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How much does a head of risk management make?

The salary of a Head of Risk Management typically ranges from $100,000 to $200,000 annually, depending on the industry, company size, location, and experience. Senior risk leaders with certifications like FRM or CRM often earn higher compensation, especially in financial services and large corporations.

What is the highest paying risk management job?

The highest paying risk management roles are often executive positions such as Chief Risk Officer (CRO) or Director of Risk Management, with salaries exceeding $200,000 annually depending on the industry and company size. These roles require extensive experience, advanced certifications like FRM or CRM, and strong leadership skills.

What does a head of risk management do?

A head of risk management oversees an organization’s risk assessment and mitigation strategies to minimize financial, operational, and compliance risks. They develop policies, analyze data, and coordinate with other departments to ensure risks are managed effectively, often requiring strong analytical skills and industry certifications. Their role involves continuous monitoring and reporting to senior leadership to support informed decision-making.

What is the highest salary for a risk manager?

The highest salaries for a risk manager can exceed $150,000 annually, especially for those with extensive experience, advanced certifications like FRM or CFA, and leadership roles in large organizations or financial institutions. Senior risk managers or directors may earn even higher compensation, including bonuses and incentives based on performance.
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Head of Risk Management

Weekday AI

Italy, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Min Experience: 5+ years

Location: Malta, Sicily, Italy, Greece, Tunisia, Albania
JobType: full-time

Requirements

Risk Management

  • Set up and manage the Risk Management Framework: Establish appropriate risk policies and procedures to minimize the Company's risks.
  • Recommend updates to the Risk Appetite Statement: Advise the Board of Directors on annual updates and appropriate risk tolerance limits, clearly outlining the level of risk acceptable in line with strategic goals.
  • Maintain a risk register: Systematically record identified risks and mitigation actions. 
  • Identify, analyze, quantify, and mitigate risks: Address risks faced by the Company with appropriate actions. The risk identification should encompass not only integrity risks (such as AML/CFT and fraud) but also ICT, operational, market, credit, legal, compliance, conflicts of interests, and other relevant risks in accordance with all intended crypto-asset services. The risk identification process should address risks at various levels, including individual business lines and the overall entity together with outsourced activities.
  • Conduct ongoing risk assessments: Regularly evaluate risks to ensure they are managed effectively.
  • Credit and Counterparty Risk Management:  Design, enforce and monitor credit risk policies and oversee exposures.
  • Implement risk measurement methodologies: Recommend risk appetite thresholds and develop monitoring tools.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements: Maintain activities within relevant risk-related regulations.
  • Collaborate with senior management: Manage key risks, provide analysis, and highlight risk exposures and performance metrics. Also coordinate cross-functionally with business units to refine risk controls and support new product development.
  • Lead regional incident response and crisis management efforts: Oversee responses to incidents and crises.
  • Develop specific risk management actions: Create targeted strategies to reduce or control risk exposure.
  • Monitor and report on risk management activities: Implement continuous monitoring systems and regular reporting to management.
  • Evaluate the risk management framework annually: Assess its effectiveness, relevance, and adequacy in addressing emerging risks.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and emerging risks: Adapt strategies to reflect changes in the environment.

General

  • Support the preparation of reports for the Board of Directors, senior management, auditors, and regulatory authorities.
  • Respond to information requests from regulators and auditors, and provide assistance during thematic reviews conducted by these parties.
  • Participate in meetings as required.

The Head of Risk has to undergo the MFSA PQ process.

Required Skills

 The incumbent is expected to have, 

  • familiarity with the operations of the crypto, investment, or banking sectors will be considered an advantage; 
  • relevant qualification in financial services or compliance is required; 
  • strong verbal and written communication skills, sound judgment, and analytical abilities;
  • follow-up skills and the ability to communicate clearly and promptly are essential;
  • team player skills with a genuine interest in digital assets and blockchain technology; and
  • enthusiasm for continuous learning and a willingness to explore new frontiers in technology and compliance.
Must-have skills

Credit Risk

Good-to-have skills

Financial Risk, Market Risk, legal entity risk

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