As the Manager of Crypto Operations, Risk at Robinhood, your core responsibilities will include refining the existing risk management programs, implementing new risk initiatives, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. You'll work on Business Continuity Planning, Risk and Control Self-Assessments, and coordinate critical committees, ensuring alignment with global standards.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree and have at least 5 years of experience in risk management or controls, preferably in the cryptocurrency or fintech sectors. Hands-on experience with risk assessments, key risk indicators, and a solid understanding of cryptographic products and associated risks are crucial for this role.

In this role, you will directly support Robinhood's mission to democratize finance by building robust risk management systems that foster innovation while keeping our users’ financial safety at the forefront. Your work will influence how we operate and communicate risks, ensuring a safe trading environment for our users.

The office culture at Robinhood is vibrant and inclusive. You'll be part of a collaborative team that's driven by the mission to change financial markets for the better. Expect a lively work environment complete with catered meals and a focus on employee wellness, which encourages open dialogue and diverse perspectives.

Robinhood offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 100% paid health insurance for employees, wellness spending accounts, generous paid time off, mental health support, and a robust equity plan. These benefits underscore our commitment to our employees' well-being and growth.

When discussing your experience with Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), focus on specific examples from past positions. Explain how you developed, implemented, and monitored KRIs to ensure compliance and effectively measure risk, discussing any challenges you faced and how you overcame them.

In your response, detail your steps in developing a Business Continuity Plan, emphasizing the importance of risk assessments and stakeholder involvement. Highlight your ability to create a plan that not only identifies potential risks but also implements strategies for recovery and continuity.

To effectively foster collaboration, discuss how you prioritize communication, set up regular check-ins, and leverage collaborative tools. You can share examples of how you’ve previously brought diverse teams together to address risk management challenges.

Explain how your commitment to continuous learning helps you stay informed about regulatory changes. Mention your subscription to relevant publications, participation in industry conferences, and engagement with professional networks focused on cryptocurrency regulations.

In answering this question, provide a specific example of a risk you discovered, the method you used to assess its impact, and the strategies you implemented to mitigate it. Discuss the outcome and what you learned from that experience.

Discuss the importance of data analysis in identifying trends, assessing risk impact, and making informed decisions. Share any tools you’ve utilized for data analysis and how insights drawn from data have influenced your risk management strategies.

Talk about the importance of maintaining compliance while also being adaptable to rapid changes in the crypto space. Provide strategies you've employed to ensure that compliance measures don't stifle innovation and how you advocate for processes that allow for both.

When answering this, specify your approach to developing Risk Appetite Statements. Discuss how you assess organizational goals, define risk thresholds, and communicate these statements across the company to ensure a clear understanding of acceptable risks.

In this response, identify current risks facing the crypto landscape such as regulatory changes, cybersecurity threats, and market volatility. Explain how your understanding of these risks prepares you to manage them effectively within your role at Robinhood.

Explain your criteria for prioritizing risks, such as likelihood and impact. Provide an example of how you’ve evaluated risks in the past and made decisions based on that analysis to communicate effectively with stakeholders.