Specialist, Risk Management (Financial)

As a Specialist in Risk Management (Financial) at Paribu, you will identify, measure, and monitor liquidity, market, counterparty, and concentration risks across trading operations. You join a team shaping the future of crypto asset services, working alongside talented professionals to maintain a secure and reliable financial ecosystem at a company that has been a key driver of Türkiye's blockchain adoption since 2017.

What you'll do

• Identify, measure, and monitor liquidity, market, counterparty, and concentration risks across trading operations
• Develop and maintain risk indicators, exposure limits, and monitoring methodologies for financial risks
• Assess risks associated with banks, custody providers, market makers, and other financial counterparties
• Analyze trading activity, market liquidity, and price movements to identify potential risks and unusual market behavior
• Improve price surveillance methodologies, monitoring thresholds, and alert scenarios to support effective market oversight
• Conduct stress testing and scenario analyses to evaluate potential financial exposures under changing market conditions
• Perform risk assessments for new products, trading instruments, and asset listings
• Prepare quantitative analyses and regular financial risk reports to support management and Board-level decision-making
• Collaborate with Trading, Finance, Compliance, and Technology teams to strengthen risk monitoring and regulatory readiness

What you bring

• A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
• 3-5 years of experience in market, liquidity, or counterparty risk management within banking, brokerage, exchanges, or crypto asset service providers
• A strong understanding of financial risk measurement techniques, including VaR, stress testing, scenario analysis, and liquidity risk assessment
• Experience developing risk indicators, monitoring thresholds, and risk reporting frameworks
• Strong knowledge of financial markets, trading mechanisms, order books, liquidity dynamics, and market-making activities
• An understanding of statistical analysis, time series, and anomaly detection techniques
• Advanced SQL skills and experience analyzing financial datasets, preferably with Python, R, or advanced Excel
• Familiarity with data visualization and reporting tools such as Power BI or Tableau
• Strong analytical thinking with the ability to interpret complex financial data and translate findings into actionable recommendations
• Independent judgment, attention to detail, and ability to make sound assessments under market pressure
• Clear communication skills and ability to present quantitative findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders

Nice to have

• Familiarity with crypto asset markets, market surveillance, or derivatives
• Certifications such as FRM, PRM, or SPK Capital Market Licenses

What we offer

• Meal allowance with a flexible meal card
• Comprehensive private health insurance for employees, spouse, and children
• Commuting support with financial assistance based on your office route
• S.O.S. leave of up to 10 days per year for urgent and unexpected matters, in addition to annual leave
• One extra day off during your birthday month
• Language learning support to enhance English communication skills
• Personal development budget for hobbies, professional courses, and personal growth
• Access to digital health and wellness services, including mental health support and well-being resources
• Relocation allowance for relocating within a 15-km radius of Paribu's office if you are currently based outside Istanbul
• Top-tier work equipment including high-performance devices and essential tools
• Company-sponsored access to cultural events such as concerts, theater, cinema, and sports

About Paribu

Founded in 2017, Paribu has been a key driver of Türkiye's crypto asset ecosystem, offering a fast, easy, and secure exchange experience with over 210 crypto assets. The company provides Paribu Custody, a digital asset custody solution for institutional clients, and Paribu Self, a next-generation crypto wallet for individuals and startups. Paribu is committed to advancing blockchain adoption and supporting culture, arts, sports, and education.