Head Of Risk
Posted 29 Sep 2026
Advertised as “Head of Risk - Türkiye”
BranchFactor Summary
The original posting with the fluff stripped out
- Expected experience
- 10+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
No salary listed for this role.
CertificationsCapital Market Activities Level 3 Licence
CertificationsFRM, Cfa, CAMS
Field of studyEconomics, Finance, Risk Management (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Who We Are
At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by crypto, and ultimately contribute to every individual's freedom. OKX is a leading crypto exchange, and the developer of OKX Wallet, giving millions access to crypto trading and decentralized crypto applications (dApps). OKX is also a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets. We are safe and reliable, backed by our Proof of Reserves. Across our multiple offices globally, we are united by our core principles: We Before Me, Do the Right Thing, and Get Things Done. These shared values drive our culture, shape our processes, and foster a friendly, rewarding, and diverse environment for every OK-er.
About the Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced risk leader to lead the risk management function at OKX Türkiye. You will own the local enterprise risk management framework and provide independent oversight and challenge to ensure risks are identified, assessed, managed and reported within Board-approved risk appetite. Working with local management and OKX Group functions, you will oversee risks arising from local operations, intra-group services and external providers. You will advise senior management, the Risk Committee and Board on the firm’s risk profile, emerging risks and remediation priorities. The role requires sound judgement, the confidence to challenge decisions, and a strong understanding of Turkish capital markets, operational resilience and financial services controls. Experience with crypto asset platforms and custody is highly desirable.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead and develop the local risk function, embedding clear accountability, independent second-line oversight and a strong risk culture across OKX Türkiye.
- Own and maintain the enterprise risk management framework, policies and procedures, aligning Group standards with local business needs and applicable Turkish requirements.
- Lead enterprise risk assessments and Risk and Control Self-Assessments with business and Group teams; maintain the risk register and challenge control effectiveness and residual risk.
- Develop and recommend risk appetite and limits for Board approval; maintain key risk indicators, monitor exposures and promptly escalate breaches and material concerns.
- Present clear, decision-focused risk reports to senior management, the Risk Committee and Board, highlighting exposures, trends, incidents and overdue remediation.
- Provide independent oversight of technology, cybersecurity, data and crypto asset custody risks, challenging control design and effectiveness with specialist Group and local teams.
- Partner with Compliance and Legal on regulatory developments, financial crime and customer protection risks, maintaining clear responsibilities and independent risk challenge.