Risk Manager

Who we are:Tailored Financial Solutions for High-Growth Businesses Valyuz is an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) authorized and regulated by the Bank of Lithuania, operating within the European Union. We bridge the gap between traditional banking and the dynamic needs of modern businesses, offering tailored payment solutions and alternative banking services for high-growth companies worldwide.We specialize in supporting industries like gaming, technology service providers, affiliate marketing, and other related business sectors where reliable and flexible financial services are crucial.Our Core Services:Multi-Currency IBANs: assign dedicated IBANs under your company name or leverage Valyuz's aggregate account structure for flexible payment reception;Global Payments: send SEPA and SWIFT payments in multiple currencies, streamlining international transactions;Foreign Exchange: access competitive currency exchange rates to optimize your financial operations;Player Funds Management: securely safeguard your customers' funds with dedicated accounts;Mass Payment Automation: pay multiple recipients efficiently and seamlessly through our online platform;Enhanced Account Control: implement multi-signature authorization for enhanced security and control over account activity.Why work with us?• Annual Employee Bonus Plan• Annual health insurance contribution from the first day of employment• Employer's contribution to 3rd pillar pension funds• Monthly contribution to sports or wellness activities with 75% compensation up to 50 EUR/month• Onsite facilities with beverages delivered to the office of your choice• Summer workation event• Happy Hours• Flexible (hybrid) workplace• Flexible working hours• Active social life activities and company events including Summer and Christmas parties• Christmas and Birthday presents• Professional corporate photoshoot for LinkedIn and Teams picture• Studies and Courses assistance of up to 3000 EUR• Opportunity to learn and grow alongside our growing company• Opportunity to experience a unique cultural environment with a "Family feel"Title: Risk ManagerYou will be responsible for:• Oversee the review, update, and alignment of the Company’s internal policies and procedures with applicable laws, regulations, and industry best practices. • Lead the identification, assessment, recording, and monitoring of risks (operational, regulatory, reputational, etc.); prepare comprehensive risk assessments and ensure timely delivery of regular risk reports to senior management and regulators. • Design, implement, and maintain internal control and risk management frameworks; set and enforce risk limits; ensure risk mitigation measures are effectively applied across the organization. • Outsourcing (contracts, qualification & register): lead the review of outsourcing contracts, provide strategic compliance and legal guidance, oversee risk/qualification assessments of outsourced services, and maintain the outsourcing register. • Incident management: oversee registration, coordination, and investigation of incidents; approve remediation/action plans; monitor closure and ensure effective root-cause mitigation. • Reporting: prepare and deliver periodic and ad-hoc reports on risk exposures, incidents, outsourcing, and compliance matters to senior management and regulators, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. • Maintain oversight of registers related to Risk, Compliance, and Legal functions (contracts, incidents, risk assessments, and other regulatory records) — ownership of key registers and data quality assurance. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure proactive risk identification, escalation, and implementation of mitigating measures. • Act as the primary point of contact for risk-related matters across the business, providing guidance and escalating complex issues to senior leadership and regulators as required.• Mentor and supervise junior risk staff, fostering a culture of risk awareness and compliance throughout the organization.We expect that you have:University degree in Law or related field or currently enrolled in a law (or related) study program — students and recent graduates are encouraged to apply.Preferably 0–2+ years of experience in Compliance, Risk or Legal functions within a financial institution — experience in electronic money or payments sector is an advantage. (Students with relevant internships, practical coursework or project experience are welcome; please highlight practical/academic experience.)Good knowledge or demonstrated study/exposure to Lithuanian and EU financial services regulation, AML/CTF requirements, and corporate/commercial law.Ability to draft and review legal documents with attention to detail (or demonstrated academic/practical experience).Practical or academic experience with outsourcing assessments, contract review and maintaining registers is a plus.Experience or exposure to incident management and regulatory/management reporting is an advantage.Salary: From 4132.24 Eur gross. The final salary offered depends on the candidate's qualifications and experience.