We are seeking an experienced Trading Operations Specialist to assist the company in executing trading strategies and ensuring the effective risk management of trading activities. This role involves overseeing pre-trade, live, and post-trade monitoring, stress testing algorithms, implementing kill functionality, monitoring market abuse, and raising red flags to senior management and compliance as necessary What You’ll Be Doing: Have access to and oversee the implementation of the kill switch to manage and mitigate trading risks promptly Lead a first-line team responsible for owning and managing trading risks, including stress testing algorithms and monitoring trade executions Review and approve new algorithms, parameters, and risk limits before they go live Monitor trades in real-time and review open positions to make informed decisions and adjustments as needed Raise red flags to the CEO, compliance team, and relevant stakeholders for immediate action and resolution Liaise with regulators on compliance matters where necessary Collaborate with the trading desk to ensure smooth and efficient trading operations while adhering to risk management protocols What We Look For In You: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field 5+ years of proven experience in trading operations, risk management, and market surveillance within the financial industry Strong understanding of trading strategies, algorithms, risk metrics, and market dynamics Excellent analytical skills and the ability to assess and manage trading risks in real-time Proficiency in using trading platforms, automated monitoring tools, and risk management software Effective communication and decision-making skills to lead and collaborate Why Should You Join Our Team? Join an international team of highly qualified professionals Cutting-edge hardware and technology Onsite work at our Malta office (relocation to Malta is required) 40 paid days off Competitive salary
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About us: BVNK is the stablecoin-powered financial stack for enterprises. We're now part of Mastercard, and together we're building a network for every form of money – one that delivers more reach, more capability and more choice. We enable businesses to build financial products, unlock new markets, and move money in seconds across 130+ countries, with 40+ licenses for fiat and digital assets globally. Processing billions annually, we empower enterprises worldwide to send, receive, convert, and settle stablecoins and fiat seamlessly through a single integration. Our mission is to accelerate global money movement, and we're assembling a world-class team to make it happen. Trusted by industry leaders like Corpay, Worldpay, Deel, and Flywire, we deliver the infrastructure that makes new forms of money usable within the financial systems customers already rely on today. By combining Masterca
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Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business or a related discipline Knowledge : Working knowledge of the MFSA Financial and CASP Rules and Handbooks, EMD, PSD2 (and awareness of PSD3/PSR transitional provisions), and demonstrated capacity to rapidly master new regulatory frameworks. What you can expect from us: Fair and competitive salary at every stage of your growth Flexible working hours, with hybrid working at its heart A culture built on passionate, growth-minded people A flexible approach to holiday Opportunities to travel to our offices around the world An open and creative environment where you can help us define the future of BVNK, its culture, and its opportunity sets At BVNK, we are focused on building a diverse and inclusive team. While you may not meet all of our requirements, we’d encourage you to apply if you meet the majority of our expectations. You may be a great fit for this role or another role in our team. Compensation packages are based on candidate experience and relevant certifications. Malta Salary Range €60.000 — €100.000 EUR
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BVNK
About us: BVNK is the stablecoin-powered financial stack for enterprises. We're now part of Mastercard, and together we're building a network for every form of money – one that delivers more reach, more capability and more choice. We enable businesses to build financial products, unlock new markets, and move money in seconds across 130+ countries, with 40+ licenses for fiat and digital assets globally. Processing billions annually, we empower enterprises worldwide to send, receive, convert, and settle stablecoins and fiat seamlessly through a single integration. Our mission is to accelerate global money movement, and we're assembling a world-class team to make it happen. Trusted by industry leaders like Corpay, Worldpay, Deel, and Flywire, we deliver the infrastructure that makes new forms of money usable within the financial systems customers already rely on today. By combining Mastercard's global payment reach and trusted networks with BVNK's stablecoin infrastructure, we're building the trusted operating layer for the evolution of money movement, helping customers participate in emerging digital networks without having to rebuild their businesses around every new innovation. We're a diverse team spread across EMEA, North America, and APAC, with a shared belief that stablecoins are the new infrastructure layer for financial services, and that BVNK is at the forefront of this shift. We're incredibly honored to have been recognized by: CNBC World's Top Fintech Companies (2026) FXC Intelligence Top 100 Cross-border Payment Companies (2026) Newsweek's The Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplaces (three years running, most recently 2025) LinkedIn as one of the Top 20 Startups in the UK (2025)
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