Risk Management Associate Technical Projects

About FalconX

Falcon

X is a pioneering team of operators, investors, and builders committed to revolutionizing institutional access to the crypto markets. Operating at the intersection of traditional finance and cutting‑edge technology, Falcon

X addresses the industry's foremost challenges: navigating the digital asset market can be complex and fragmented, with limited products and services that support trading strategies, structures, and liquidity found in conventional financial markets. As a comprehensive solution for all digital asset strategies from start to scale, Falcon

X operates as the connective tissue empowering clients with seamless navigation through the ever‑evolving cryptocurrency landscape.

• Core Risk Management
  • Risk Assessment & Analysis:
    Conduct comprehensive risk assessments specifically for derivatives products and crypto assets, proactively identifying potential vulnerabilities in trading strategies.
  • Monitoring & Reporting:
    Develop and implement bespoke risk metrics and monitoring tools tailored to the derivatives portfolio to ensure accurate assessment of exposure; prepare detailed risk reports for senior management that highlight key exposures, trends, and performance metrics.
  • Stress Testing & Modeling:
    Perform rigorous stress tests on the portfolio to evaluate resilience under adverse market conditions and potential worst‑case scenarios; regularly review and refine risk models and methodologies to maintain relevance and accuracy.
  • Mitigation Strategies:
    Collaborate closely with traders and portfolio managers to develop and implement risk mitigation strategies, such as hedging and diversification techniques specific to derivatives; evaluate and recommend risk‑reducing trades to ensure optimal financial outcomes.
• Technical Project Management
  • End-to-End Project Execution:
    Plan, execute, and oversee strategic risk management projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with global risk strategies.
  • Cross-Functional Coordination:
    Act as primary bridge between the Risk team and other departments—Product, Engineering, Trading, Compliance—facilitating communication and ensuring technical builds meet Risk needs.
  • Process Automation & Technology:
    Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency by automating manual risk assessment and reporting procedures; evaluate and implement new technologies and tools improving effectiveness of the risk framework.
  • Oversight & Delivery:
    Monitor project progress continuously, identify potential execution risks early, and implement mitigation strategies; provide technical oversight to project teams, ensuring adherence to best practices and industry standards.

• Builder Mindset: help build in‑house Risk Management capabilities, streamlining and consolidating processes to ensure real‑time, accurate risk information is available to all stakeholders.
• Adaptability: demonstrate passion for working in a dynamic business environment with enthusiasm to learn and grow within the digital assets industry.
• Collaboration:
  
  work effectively with all teams (Trading, Research, Compliance, Legal) to ensure a holistic approach to risk management and achieve optimal financial outcomes for the organization.
• Execution: exhibit strong multitasking abilities, working efficiently under pressure to prioritize tasks and manage workloads to meet internal needs.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience:
  
  3–5+ years of experience in risk management or technical project management, preferably within financial services, fintech, or a financial services start‑up.
• Technical Knowledge:
  Strong understanding of digital asset trading (spot & derivatives) and relevant risk management practices.
• Project
  
  Skills:
  
  Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously and prioritizing tasks.
• Communication:
  Strong verbal and written communication skills; facilitate coordination between diverse departments.
• Attributes:
  Self‑motivated, highly independent, and capable of maintaining a high level of accuracy in a dynamic environment.