Coinhako25.02.26
AI SCORE 8.5

Market Risk Manager - Remote Opportunity

$120K–$150K/year

About the Role

We are seeking a Market Risk Manager to serve as the strategic architect of our exchange’s risk ecosystem. This Market Risk Manager remote position will allow you to move beyond daily oversight to own the end-to-end market risk strategy across Spot, Derivatives, and Earn portfolios. You will act as a critical bridge between the trading floor and the executive suite, ensuring that high-frequency market dynamics are reconciled with our long-term Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) goals and regulatory obligations.

What You'll Do

  • Strategic Risk Governance & Oversight: Lead and design the daily monitoring framework for market risk exposures, ensuring global oversight of Spot and Derivative instruments.
  • Architect non-linear risk strategies: Develop strategies for Crypto Options, establishing firm-wide standards for managing volatility smiles and tail-risk events unique to digital assets.
  • Direct the evolution of risk models: Integrate liquidity and credit risk into a unified market risk view for Structured Products and "Earn" portfolios.
  • Own the Stress Testing Framework: Oversee the design and execution of VaR, back-testing, and extreme-event simulations, presenting findings directly to the Risk Committee.
  • Product Innovation & Risk Architecture: Approve new product launches, ensuring risk-return profiles align with capital preservation goals.
  • Optimize Greeks Management: Set and enforce mandates for $ , , , and V, providing senior-level intervention during limit breaches.
  • Liquidity Strategy: Develop proactive protocols to mitigate slippage-related manipulation by synthesizing on-chain and off-chain liquidity intelligence.
  • Enterprise Leadership (ERM): Drive the alignment of market risk limits with the broader Enterprise Risk Appetite Statement.

Requirements

  • 8+ years of progressive experience in Market Risk, with a proven track record of leading functions within an investment bank, hedge fund, or Tier-1 crypto exchange.
  • Expert-level understanding of Derivatives pricing, hedging, and the ability to deconstruct multi-leg financial products.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage risk through an organizational lens, balancing trading profitability with regulatory stability.
  • Advanced quantitative modeling skills (SQL, Python, or R).
  • Deep familiarity with yield-generating protocols and counterparty risk frameworks.
  • FRM or PRM designation is highly preferred.
  • Advanced understanding and/or experience working in a Cryptocurrency/Blockchain/Fintech/Finance Trading domain preferred.

What We Offer

  • Friendly and fun start-up work culture.
  • Convenient work location located in the heart of CBD area.
  • Generous annual leaves on top of national holidays.
  • Medical coverage including GP, Specialist, TCM, and more.
  • Self-care benefits and exciting fitness workshops/webinars.
  • Vibrant office with a well-stocked pantry.
Why This Job8.5 of 10

This Market Risk Manager role at Coinhako offers a unique opportunity to lead risk strategy in a dynamic crypto environment. Enjoy remote work and a vibrant startup culture.

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Who Will Succeed Here

Expertise in Market Risk Management and Quantitative Modeling, with proven experience using Python and R for statistical analysis and risk assessment in financial markets.

Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail, capable of interpreting complex data sets and market trends to inform risk strategy and decision-making in a remote work environment.

A proactive approach to problem-solving, with at least 5 years of experience in derivatives pricing and risk assessment, demonstrating the ability to navigate high-pressure situations and make informed decisions quickly.

Learning Resources

Market Risk Management: A Comprehensive Guidearticle

Career Path

Market Risk Manager - Remote Opportunity(Now)Director of Market Risk(1-2 years)Chief Risk Officer (CRO)(3-5 years)

Market Overview

Market Size 2024
$15.3B
Annual Growth
9.2%
AI Adoption in Risk Management
45%
Investment in Risk Management Technologies
+75%
Labour Demand for Risk Managers
+20%
Avg Salary for Senior Risk Managers
$130K

Skills & Requirements

Required
Market Risk ManagementSQLPython
Growing in Demand
Machine Learning for Risk AssessmentAdvanced Data Visualization (Tableau, Power BI)Stress Testing and Scenario Analysis
Declining
Basic Excel Risk AnalysisTraditional Statistical Methods (e.g., Linear Regression)

Domain Trends

Integration of AI in Risk Models
Companies are increasingly adopting AI-driven models for real-time risk assessment, with a projected increase in AI usage by 45% over the next two years.
Regulatory Compliance Automation
There is a significant push towards automating compliance processes, with investment in compliance technology expected to rise by 60%.
Focus on Cyber Risk Management
With cyber threats on the rise, organizations are allocating 30% of their risk management budget to cybersecurity measures, reflecting a growing awareness of digital risk.

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