Lead Risk Analyst
Luno is the crypto investment app you can rely on, enabling you to buy, store and explore crypto securely. We’re committed to putting the power of cryptocurrency in everyone's hands sensibly and responsibly.
Since 2013, we’ve helped millions of people around the world invest safely in crypto. We do this by cutting through the hype and supporting customers at every step of the way. All products and cryptocurrencies on our platform must first meet stringent legal, risk and technical security standards. We don’t do memecoins.Transparency is key for us. Luno stores all crypto on a 1:1 basis and we have rigorous processes in place so you can be confident your investment is secure. We’re available in more than 40 countries around the world and we work closely with respective regulators in all of these markets to be fully compliant, as we believe this is the best way to help everyone, everywhere, invest safely.
About the team:This role sits within the Risk Team which is responsible for the identification, assessment, management, mitigation, monitoring and reporting of the risks associated with Luno’s operations.
The role in a nutshell:As a Risk Analyst, you will focus on the entire company’s risk profile. You will assist the Global Head of Risk in identifying risks within the workplace and also come up with solutions to remediate those risks while assisting risk owners in implementing the solution. You will spend most of your time collaborating with other teams to understand their processes, assist in risk assessments against those processes, report findings and assist risk owners in implementing risk-avoiding solutions.
Your mission will be:- Assist in updating, maintaining and improving the Group Risk Management Framework and risk management documentation (i.e., risk registers).
- Think outside the box to envision risks that might be otherwise unnoticeable to the organisation.
- Identify organisational risks that the company may face (i.e, gather and analyse data to identify potential risk trends and vulnerabilities).
- Assist in operational loss and incident management.
- Come up with solutions to make risk-avoiding adjustments to current methods of operation in order to minimise their future risks (i.e., conduct research and stay updated on emerging risks in the cryptocurrency landscape).
- Propose remediation plans to decrease risk factors (i.e., participate in risk mitigation initiatives and contribute to the development of control procedures).
- Assist with the preparation of regular risk reports for senior management and Boards.
- Stay informed on relevant regulations and industry best practices in risk management.
- Document and update changes to company policies and assist with training initiatives for staff so that they can be aware of the risks and try to avoid them.
- Assist the information security team in assessing processes, policies and workflows in accordance with the company risk management framework.
- At least 3 years of risk management related experience or a proven track record in risk analysis or audit methodologies.
- A risk management or audit certificate or diploma
- A passion for risk assessment and audit processes.
- Remote but reachable work policy gives you the freedom to choose between working from home or the office.
- Plus the option to buy and sell up to 5 days leave
- Improve body and mind, with excellent private medical insurance
- Access to Learnably and our additional learning platforms for your personal and professional development
- 6 months primary care-giver leave
- Paw-ternity leave for your furry friend
- Annual Inspiration Day in addition to your annual leave which increases based on your length of service!
- A collaborative, friendly work community, with regular social events and virtual cooking, dancing, drawing and house planting classes hosted by our Lunauts
- Free lunch and snacks
- 0 fees up to a certain amount with Luno from the day you start.*
*Offer only available on Luno Instant Buy, not Luno Exchange
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not negatively discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.