About the job Head of Risk
Company & Culture
EXANTE is a pioneering wealth tech company that delivers cutting-edge centralized trading solutions and robust B2B financial infrastructure, driving value through innovative technology. Our proprietary trading platform offers seamless access to diverse financial instruments including stocks, ETFs, bonds, futures, and options all within a single, multi-currency account.
We cultivate a culture that transcends the ordinary, where rapid responses to market dynamics and proactive problem-solving are the norm. At EXANTE, the potential to make a meaningful impact is ever-present. Our team members continuously pursue personal and professional growth, empowered to spearhead change across people, processes, and products. True innovation stems from an insatiable desire for improvement, and everyone at EXANTE is committed to fostering this spirit and propelling the company into the future.
As a rapidly expanding global firm with over 600 talented employees from 65 nationalities across 70 locations, we are a frontrunner in the financial sector. Our investment priorities are clear: We prioritize investing in our most valuable asset - our people. Join us in shaping the future of finance.
About the Role
We are seeking an analytical and detail-oriented Head of Risk in Malta to join our global Risk Management team.
Reporting Line: Group Head of Risk
Worksite: Hybrid
Responsibilities
Risk Management & Business Strategy
Develop and improve risk methodologies and policies to balance client risk exposures with market opportunities.
Oversee market risk, liquidity risk, currency risk, counterparty risk and operational risks in real time.
Provide insights to the trading and operations teams to optimize risk-adjusted returns.
Develop & maintain risk monitoring tools to proactively mitigate potential threats.
Enhance and develop stress testing and scenario analysis to validate risk strategies and ensure resilience during market volatility.
Participate in decision-making on leverage strategies and portfolio risk based on different exchange requirements.
Participate with and contribute to a distributed risk team across multiple locations, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Operational Risk Oversight & Crisis Management
Collaborate with the Operational Risk Manager to monitor and manage daily operational risks in trading, execution, and settlement processes and contribute to RCSA process.
Work closely with operations, trading, and finance teams to reduce exposure and enhance risk controls.
Advise teams on risk-mitigation actions in high-volatility or crises.
Ensure that risk management processes integrate with the firm’s business continuity plans (BCP).
Oversee risk operations across multiple jurisdictions, adapting risk policies to different regulatory and market conditions.
Risk Technology & Platform Development
Collaborate on project management and new process set-up for risk related processes, including specifying requirements for future IT development, automation, and control enhancement and validate effectiveness.
Collaborate with IT teams to develop risk modules for internal use and White-Label (WL) solutions.
Ensure internal risk systems replicate real-market conditions and provide accurate risk analytics.
Conduct testing and validation of risk-related IT solutions before deployment.
Regulatory Risk & Compliance
Act as the registered Risk Officer with MFSA and ensure regulatory alignment.
Provide reports to the Board of Directors, Supervisory Council, and Group Risk Committee.
Regular reports to the local risk management committee and board on ICARA, Recovery Planning and company risk in general.
Liaising with regulators and audits on risk related issues.
Oversee compliance with IFR, DORA, leverage regulations, and other regulatory requirements.
Contribute to regulatory reporting with a business-first approach to risk management
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Quantitative Finance, Financial Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related field.
CFA, FRM, or PRM certification is not required, but considered as a plus.
10+ years of experience in risk management or related roles within financial services.
Familiarity with financial products (e.g., derivatives, fixed income, equities).
The role will be required to be registered with MFSA, prior experience a major benefit.
Technical Skills
Coding experience in Python, Matlab,R or similar languages is a plus.
Experience with risk systems and data platforms (e.g., Bloomberg, RiskMetrics, SAS, SQL).
Good knowledge of statistical techniques, VaR, time series analysis, and stress testing approaches.
Key Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects
High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
Personality / Mindset
Integrity & Loyalty
Team player with advanced communication and collaboration skills
A hands-on, can-do attitude - always looking for solutions and thinking out of the box
Overachiever mentality
The capability to work and succeed in the fast-paced and ever-changing environment
We Offer*
Competitive salary
Corporate benefits (choose your preferred options)
Truly inspiring culture, pleasant and informal work environment
Ongoing education & training programs
Opportunity to network and connect in the Corporate Events
Global career opportunities
*Benefits/perks can vary depending on the nature of your employment with the company and the country where you work.
EXANTE was created by a group of disruptive technology experts. With an impressive track record in the industry and knowledge of the markets, our systems are built to democratize access to global financial instruments for professional traders and institutional investors.