Job description
We are a leading trading platform that is ambitiously expanding to the four corners of the globe. Our top-rated products have won prestigious industry awards for their cutting-edge technology and seamless client experience. We deliver only the best, so we are always in search of the best people to join our ever-growing talented team.
As the Head of Control Testing, you will leverage your gravitas, extensive experience, and exceptional interpersonal skills to oversee and guide testing activities. Your leadership will ensure the delivery of high-quality, value-adding, and well-structured testing reports and results that effectively inform decision-making and risk management strategies. With your strategic mindset, you will spearhead the development and maintenance of methodologies, procedures, testing strategies, templates, and tools, fostering a proactive and innovative approach to control testing within your team.
Requirements
- 7-10 years experience in control testing, operational risk, internal audit, or compliance within a financial services or regulated FinTech environment.
- Demonstrated expertise in assessing controls related to financial operations, IT systems, AML, and data protection.
- Proven ability to perform test of controls (design and operating effectiveness)
- Strong understanding of operational processes, risk frameworks, and regulatory requirements.
- Proficiency in using governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) tools and control testing platforms.
- Strong data analysis skills, including proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
- Familiarity with risk management frameworks (e.g., COSO, NIST, ISO 31000) and control testing methodologies.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
- Experience in managing regulatory audits.
- Ability to work collaboratively with regional and global partners in other functional units; ability to navigate a complex organisation; to influence and lead people across cultures at a senior level
- Excellent problem-solving skills, inquisitive nature and comfort challenging current practices.
- Proven track record of taking ideas forward without supervision and challenging others, where appropriate.
- Adapt at developing relationships with senior business executives with a reputation for partnering across organisation lines to mitigate risks.
- Highly disciplined, able to work with limited supervision and make independent decisions.
- Strong organisational, project management, and multi-tasking skills with demonstrated ability to manage expectations and deliver results.
- High level of professionalism, self-motivation, and sense of urgency.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MS in Risk Management) is a plus
What you will get in return:
- Competitive Salary: We believe great work deserves great pay! Your skills and talents will be rewarded with a salary that makes you feel valued and motivated.
- Work-Life Harmony: Join a company that genuinely cares about you—because your life outside of work matters just as much as your time on the clock.
- Annual Performance Bonus: Your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed! Celebrate your achievements with a well-deserved annual bonus tied to your performance.
- Generous Time Off: Need a breather? Our annual leave policy lets you recharge and enjoy life outside of work without a worry.
- Employee Referral Program: Love working here? Share the love! Bring your talented friends on board and get rewarded for growing our awesome team.
- Comprehensive Health & Pension Benefits: From medical insurance to pension plans, we’ve got your back. Plus, location-specific benefits and perks!
- Workation Wonderland: Live your digital nomad dreams with 30 extra days to work remotely from anywhere in the world (some restrictions apply). Adventure awaits!
- Volunteer Days: Make a difference! Take two additional paid days each year to support causes you care about and give back to the community.
Be a key player at the forefront of the digital assets movement, propelling your career to new heights! Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding company that values and rewards talent, initiative, and creativity. Work alongside one of the most brilliant teams in the industry.
