Head of Risk

About Us:

Allocated Bullion Exchange (ABX)

Allocated Bullion Exchange (ABX) is the world's leading electronic institutional exchange for allocated physical precious metals. The ABX brings global trading, price discovery, and clearing facilities into one standardised and secure online trading environment via our groundbreaking exchange trading platform, MetalDesk.

The exchange introduces a new centrally cleared, transparent, and cost-effective allocated exchange system and standard for the industry by offering precious metal market participants an exchange where they are able to trade, deliver, or store physical precious metal in 7 global locations. ABX gives market participants across the world direct access to one integrated and consolidated global wholesale bullion market. We have enhanced market efficiency, introduced inclusiveness and accessibility, and provided relevant real-time price discovery.

ABX has modernised, Globalised, & Integrated the precious metal markets by redefining the way physical bullion is traded. We connect all major global liquidity centres and break down the barriers to entry to the global wholesale market for all market participants.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Head of Risk to design, implement, and oversee a comprehensive global risk management framework. This role is pivotal in ensuring robust counterparty assessment, fraud detection and prevention, and policy development across our financial services and crypto operations.

The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in card payments, financial services, and cryptocurrency, with a proven track record of managing risk functions on a global scale within fast-paced, high-growth environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain the organisation's global risk management framework, policies, and procedures.
• Lead and manage counterparty risk assessments, including due diligence on new and existing partners across multiple jurisdictions.
• Oversee fraud prevention and detection programs, including transaction monitoring, fraud analytics, and investigation of suspicious activities.
• Manage and resolve fraud and dispute cases, ensuring alignment with card network and regional regulatory requirements.
• Partner with internal teams to ensure regulatory adherence and operational resilience.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate operational, financial, and reputational risks across global business units.
• Develop and maintain risk dashboards and reports to support senior management and board oversight.
• Provide risk education and training to internal teams, promoting a proactive risk culture across the organisation.
• Stay informed on global fraud trends, payment regulations, and emerging risks in fintech and crypto.
  

Requirements

• 7+ years' experience in Risk Management, or Compliance within financial services, card payments, or crypto industries.
• Knowledge of the precious metals industry is an advantage.
• Proven track record in global risk management, including multi-region regulatory exposure and cross-border stakeholder engagement.
• Experience leading counterparty assessments, fraud investigations, and drafting policies and procedures.
• Strong understanding of card network operations, chargebacks, and dispute management processes.
• Knowledge of AML/CFT, KYC/KYB frameworks, and related risk controls.
• Excellent analytical, strategic, and decision-making skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Familiarity with risk analytics tools, fraud monitoring systems, and data-driven risk reporting.
• Based in or open to relocation to Malaysia, where strong fintech risk talent is available (ex-PayPal, ex-Wirecard backgrounds highly regarded).
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Professional certification such as CAMS, CFE, FRM, or equivalent.
• Prior experience in crypto exchanges, payment processors, or precious metals.
• Proven ability to operate effectively in global, multicultural teams and fast-scaling organisations.

What We Offer:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development
• Welcoming and supportive culture
• Diverse, global team