Risk & Research Lead

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Crypto • Fintech

Binance is the world's leading cryptocurrency exchange, serving over 235 million registered users across more than 180 countries. The platform offers a wide array of services, including the trading of over 350 cryptocurrencies in Spot, Margin, and Futures markets. Users can also buy and sell crypto via Binance P2P, earn interest through Binance Earn, and engage in NFT trading on the Binance NFT marketplace. Binance provides low transaction fees and diverse payment options, making it a preferred choice for cryptocurrency enthusiasts worldwide.

1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 2017

₿ Crypto

💳 Fintech

💰 Initial Coin Offering on 2020-12

📋 Description

• Lead the response to major incidents (e.g., hacking or security breaches, CEX collapses, or other market disruptions) affecting Binance or listed projects. • Oversee root cause analysis and assess business impact, ensuring timely, accurate, and transparent communication to key stakeholders. • Coordinate across internal business units and external partners to minimize impact and drive effective, sustainable resolutions. • Oversee the comprehensive evaluation of listed token performance using both quantitative and qualitative indicators — including adoption metrics, on-chain data, project development, and community sentiment. • Identify and assess emerging risks across listed tokens and drive proactive risk mitigation strategies. • Evaluate and approve project-related requests (e.g., rebranding, mainnet integrations, swaps) through a risk-based framework. • Deliver concise and data-driven analytical reports summarizing findings, risks, and recommendations for senior management. • Lead initiatives to strengthen risk detection, enhance monitoring frameworks, and improve escalation procedures throughout the listing lifecycle. • Oversee new token listings, ensuring operational readiness, cross-functional alignment, and adherence to internal governance standards. • Manage collaboration with multiple teams to support ongoing operational activities (e.g., airdrops, cross-chain swaps, migrations). • Continuously optimize workflows, SOPs, and reporting mechanisms to drive operational efficiency and process transparency. • Provide leadership, mentorship, and direction to team members, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

🎯 Requirements

• 7–10 years of proven experience in research, risk management, consulting, or related fields, with experience in crypto or financial markets strongly preferred. • Hands-on experience with on-chain data analysis and a strong understanding of blockchain ecosystems and tokenomics. • Deep knowledge of crypto market structures, including DeFi protocols, centralized exchanges (CEX), and cross-chain ecosystems. • Demonstrated ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives and make sound, data-driven decisions under pressure. • Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills; capable of identifying root causes and designing structured, scalable solutions. • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including negotiation and conflict resolution. • Curious, self-driven, and passionate about continuous learning in the rapidly evolving crypto and AI landscape. • High level of integrity, ownership, and resilience in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and company benefits • Work-from-home arrangement (the arrangement may vary depending on the work nature of the business team)