Director of Risk Management

Company Description QuickNode is a technology company focused on providing fast, reliable, and scalable infrastructure for blockchain and Web3 applications. The organization supports developers, enterprises, and innovators by delivering tools and services that simplify building on distributed networks. QuickNode emphasizes performance, security, and ease of integration to help customers launch and scale their products efficiently. The team is distributed and remote-friendly, valuing collaboration, transparency, and continuous improvement. Applicants can expect a dynamic environment where emerging technologies and risk-aware decision-making play a central role in strategy and operations.
Role Description The Director of Risk Management is a full-time remote role responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing QuickNode’s enterprise risk management framework. This role involves identifying, assessing, and prioritizing operational, financial, compliance, and strategic risks across the organization, and working with leaders to develop mitigation plans and controls. The Director will monitor risk indicators, prepare regular reports and dashboards for senior leadership, and advise on risk implications of new products, initiatives, and vendor relationships. Day-to-day tasks include conducting risk assessments, coordinating internal audits, reviewing claims and incident reports, collaborating with Finance and Legal on risk-related matters, and maintaining policies and procedures that promote a strong risk culture. This position also leads cross-functional risk committees, supports business continuity planning, and ensures that risk management practices align with industry standards and regulatory expectations.
Qualifications
Demonstrated expertise in Enterprise Risk Management, including developing frameworks, policies, and risk reporting suitable for a technology or financial services environment.
Strong Analytical Skills and proficiency with data analysis tools to evaluate risk exposure, trends, and the effectiveness of mitigation strategies.
Solid understanding of Finance principles and experience collaborating with financial teams on capital allocation, insurance, and risk-related budgeting.
Background in Auditing, internal controls, or compliance reviews, with the ability to coordinate and interpret internal and external audit findings.
Experience with Claims Management, incident review, and working with insurance carriers or third-party administrators on risk events.
Proven leadership experience in risk, compliance, or related functions, with the ability to influence and partner across engineering, product, operations, and executive teams.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex risk issues clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, Accounting, or a related field; advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., CRM, FRM, CPA) are a plus.
Experience in technology, fintech, or Web3/blockchain sectors is strongly preferred, along with familiarity with relevant regulatory and cybersecurity considerations.
Ability to work

Work arrangement
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