Risk Head Investor Services Digital Assets, Citi

Citi

Location:
United Kingdom, London

Category:
Finance

Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Job Description:

The Risk Head for Investor Services Digital Assets will be a strategic leader responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing a comprehensive risk management framework tailored to our digital asset products and operations. This role requires deep expertise in traditional financial risk management principles combined with a profound understanding of blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies, and the evolving regulatory landscape of digital assets. The Risk Head will act as a primary advisor to senior management, ensuring all digital asset activities align with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and the company's risk appetite.

Job Responsibility:

Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the digital assets risk management program, balancing innovation with commercial viability within the risk framework
Develop, maintain, and continuously enhance the Digital Assets Risk Management Framework, including policies, standards, procedures, and controls, ensuring alignment with current regulatory expectations
Serve as the primary First Line of Defense contact and risk oversight lead for all digital asset initiatives within Investor Services
Evaluate and challenge digital asset use cases, models, and emerging technologies from a risk and compliance perspective
Act as the primary subject matter expert on regulations such as the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), OFAC, FinCEN guidelines, and other relevant financial regulations pertaining to digital assets
Develop, implement, and maintain a robust and effective risk and compliance program tailored to the unique risks of digital assets
Oversee transaction monitoring systems and processes to detect and report suspicious activities (SARs) in accordance with regulatory requirements
Ensure the robust implementation and ongoing effectiveness of Know Your Customer (KYC) and Customer Due Diligence (CDD) processes
Stay abreast of emerging regulatory trends, enforcement actions, and industry best practices in the crypto compliance space
Serve as the primary liaison for regulatory examinations, internal audits, and external assessments related to compliance, coordinating responses and remediation efforts
Conduct regular risk assessments specific to digital asset activities, identifying potential vulnerabilities, and implementing effective mitigation strategies
Design and implement market risk management strategies and policies to identify, measure, and manage market-related risks, including the unique volatility, liquidity, regulatory, and smart contract risks of digital/on-chain assets
Partner with key stakeholders (Product, Operations, Technology, Data, Legal, Compliance, Audit) to align digital asset risk management with enterprise objectives
Report on digital asset risk posture to senior leadership across the business and firm
Provide expert advice and guidance to senior management and various departments on compliance matters
Foster a strong risk culture, promoting accountability and effective risk management at all levels
Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing risk and compliance team, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment
Oversee all people management functions for the team.

Requirements:

Minimum of 10-15+ years of progressive experience in risk management, audit, model governance, or AI/Digital Asset development within a large financial institution, regulatory body, or related field
Demonstrable experience (3-5+ years) in the digital asset and blockchain industry, with a deep understanding of tokens, staking, digital funds, crypto custody, DeFi, NFTs, stablecoins, and tokenized assets
Proven expertise in designing and managing BSA/AML programs within regulated financial institutions
Experience working with regulators (e.g., NYDFS, OCC, SEC, MAS) including new product non-objection submissions and responding to regulatory inquiries
Track record of influencing change and delivering results in a dynamic, multinational organization
Experience in developing and implementing compliance policies, procedures, and internal monitoring controls
Deep understanding of blockchain technologies, regulatory expectations and enterprise risk principles
Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for detail
Familiarity with IT compliance frameworks such as NIST, COSO, COBIT, and ISO 27001
Excellent communication (written and verbal), presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex regulatory concepts to diverse audiences, including executives and shareholders
Proven leadership and team management capabilities
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment, comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty
Proficiency in data analysis techniques and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau) is a plus
SQL and Python programming experience are a plus
Strong project management skills.

Nice to have:

Proficiency in data analysis techniques and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau)
SQL and Python programming experience.

What we offer:

Equal opportunity employment
Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
September 19, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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