About this role
Head of Risk F/M - Freelance Reference: LU875444 Luxembourg Temporary/Contract Financial Services We are looking for a Head of Risk freelance to step into a high-impact Number II position within a regulated fintech operating in the crypto and trading space. This is not a maintenance role. This is a stabilization, structuring and transformation mandate in a high-pressure, high-visibility regulatory environment. You will work directly with the CEO and top management, with strong exposure to Group executive level abroad. Your Mission • Stabilize and strengthen the Risk & Internal Control framework • Reinforce second line oversight, including IT & Information Security risk • Ensure alignment with DORA requirements and broader EU regulatory expectations • Structure governance, formalize processes (currently partially manual), and elevate reporting standards • Act as a credible and confident counterpart to the CSSF • Deliver high-level strategic reporting to international Group stakeholders This role requires autonomy, ownership and the ability to operate without heavy infrastructure or large teams. Scope of Responsibilities • Enterprise Risk Management framework (risk appetite, risk universe, KRIs, reporting) • Operational, ICT, market, liquidity and reputational risks • Internal control framework assessment and enhancement • Second-line IT risk oversight (not a pure CISO role, but strong understanding of information security governance) • DORA readiness and ICT governance reinforcement • Senior management advisory and decision support Profile We Are Looking For • Minimum 5+ years of experience in Risk Management within a regulated financial institution • Strong exposure to fintech, trading or crypto environments, payment environment. • Solid understanding of MiFID environments • Strong grasp of DORA and ICT risk governance • Fluent English mandatory Mindset & Leadership Style • Calm under pressure • Structurer and stabilizer • Strong ownership mentality • Comfortable working with strong personalities and founders • Hands-on and execution-driven • Able to independently drive topics and produce executive-level presentations • High resilience and strong work ethic