Gemini · 5 days ago
Senior Associate, Operational Risk
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$92K/yr - $132K/yr
5+ years expGemini is a global crypto and Web3 platform founded by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss in 2014, offering a wide range of simple, reliable, and secure crypto products and services. The Operational Risk Senior Associate is responsible for supporting and maintaining the Operational Risk Management Framework, working closely with various departments to ensure effective risk management practices throughout the organization.
CryptocurrencyFinanceFinancial ServicesFinTechWeb3
Responsibilities
Implement and support the firm-wide Operational Risk Management Framework, ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations and internal standards
Lead and facilitate Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs) across business units; and analyze risk profiles and ensure timely identification of emerging risks, and ad hoc support of any other risk assessments, as needed
Review and challenge the design and effectiveness of controls; work with business lines to identify key controls and areas requiring enhancement
Oversee the collection, analysis, and reporting of operational loss data and incidents; support root cause analysis and help design action plans to prevent recurrence, inclusive of conducting of post mortem analysis, when necessary. Additional analysis and QA of Incident data
Monitor Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and other risk metrics; prepare periodic risk dashboards and reports for senior management and governance committees. Proposals for new KRIs or threshold modification, in partnership with ERM
Support risk oversight and monitoring activities related to third-party vendors, particularly for critical outsourced activities
Assist in maintaining operational risk management policies, procedures, and guidelines. Ensure they are embedded in business practice
Contribute to the evolution of the ORM framework, including exploring advanced measurement techniques (e.g., scenario analysis, operational risk capital modeling)
Conduct and support comprehensive risk assessments for new token listings. Oversee the end-to-end planning and management of token launches, including governance, stakeholder communication, and pipeline tracking and reporting
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business, or a related field
5+ years of experience in operational risk, enterprise risk management, or internal audit, preferably in the crypto industry or fintech/financial services
Strong understanding of ORM principles, frameworks (e.g., Basel II/III, COSO, ISO31000), and risk taxonomies
Familiarity with governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) tools and data management systems
Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work across business lines and senior management
Preferred
Experience with risk metrics, incident management systems (e.g., Rootly), and RCSA facilitation
Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and expectations from regulatory bodies
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
Benefits
A discretionary annual bonus
Long-term incentive in the form of a new hire equity grant
Comprehensive health plans
401K with company matching
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible time off
Company
Gemini
Gemini is a licensed digital asset exchange and custodian built for both individuals and institutions.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2024 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$499.9MKey Investors
RippleDraper DragonMorgan Creek Digital
2025-09-12IPO
2025-07-10Debt Financing· $75M
2022-06-20Secondary Market· $1M
Leadership Team
Tyler Winklevoss
Co-Founder & CEO
Cameron Winklevoss
Co-founder & President
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