Building the Future of Crypto 

Our Krakenites are a world-class team with crypto conviction, united by our desire to discover and unlock the potential of crypto and blockchain technology.

What makes us different?

Kraken is a mission-focused company rooted in crypto values. As a Krakenite, you’ll join us on our mission to accelerate the global adoption of crypto, so that everyone can achieve financial freedom and inclusion. For over a decade, Kraken’s focus on our mission and crypto ethos has attracted many of the most talented crypto experts in the world.

Before you apply, please read the Kraken Culture page to learn more about our internal culture, values, and mission. We also expect candidates to familiarize themselves with the Kraken app. Learn how to create a Kraken account here.

As a fully remote company, we have Krakenites in 70+ countries who speak over 50 languages. Krakenites are industry pioneers who develop premium crypto products for experienced traders, institutions, and newcomers to the space. Kraken is committed to industry-leading security, crypto education, and world-class client support through our products like Kraken Pro, Desktop, Wallet, and Kraken Futures.

Become a Krakenite and build the future of crypto!

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The team

We are looking for a Senior Manager to join our Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) team, focusing on both risk management and SOX compliance at Kraken. This role will lead the development and execution of risk and control frameworks, ensuring alignment with enterprise-wide initiatives and compliance with SOX requirements. The successful candidate will be responsible for strengthening global operations, enhancing risk oversight, and fostering a risk-aware culture across the organization.

You will work closely with key stakeholders across the organization—including Finance, Legal, Product, and Compliance—to strengthen Kraken’s overall risk management program and drive efficiencies in the control environment.

The opportunity

• Scope, design, and implement SOX controls, ensuring compliance through risk assessments, controls mapping, and documentation.

• Coordinate annual SOX audits, manage evidence collection, testing, and remediation efforts, and collaborate with internal teams and external auditors.

• Conduct gap analyses, track control effectiveness, and drive automation to enhance SOX compliance efficiency.

• Deliver SOX training, prepare compliance reports, and support ad hoc reporting and special projects.

• Align with the global ERM team to integrate enterprise-wide risk strategies, leverage GRC systems, and enhance oversight through risk appetite statements and reporting.

• Develop and implement KRIs, RCSAs, and tactical risk assessments, drive automation initiatives, and improve operational efficiency and scalability.

• Lead risk evaluations for major projects, new product launches, and regulatory changes, while supporting emerging risk monitoring and enterprise-wide initiatives.

Skills you should HODL

• 10+ years of experience in a risk management, internal audit, or SOX compliance role, with 2+ years in a management/leadership capacity.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Risk Management, Business, Finance, Accounting); CPA preferred.

• Expertise in ERM frameworks (e.g., COSO) and risk management best practices, including risk appetite, KRIs, and RCSAs.

• Strong knowledge of SOX 404 requirements, ICFR, SOC reports, and the documentation/testing needed to support compliance.

• Demonstrated ability to integrate risk management practices into business processes and drive a risk-aware culture.

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