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OverviewTaekus is a profitable fintech and travel startup building a next-generation premium banking and rewards ecosystem for affluent customers. With $70M+ in annual revenue and $3B+ in annual transaction volume, we’re entering a new stage of growth focused on scaling our core banking systems, rewards infrastructure, and partner integrations.We’re seeking a Head of Risk & Fraud to design, build, and scale the risk architecture that underpins our platform. This role owns risk strategy across fraud, payments, operations, and enterprise risk—ensuring we can safely launch and scale new financial products while maintaining best-in-class controls.You’ll work closely with founders and cross-functional partners across product, engineering, credit, operations, and compliance to build a modern risk organization for a high-growth fintech platform.Your ResponsibilitiesOwn and evolve Taekus’s enterprise risk management framework across all products and operationsDesign and scale risk infrastructure across fraud, payments, operations, and financial productsPartner with product and engineering to build automated risk monitoring and controlsDevelop risk policies and governance structures that support company growthMonitor and manage key risk metrics across the platformWork closely with sponsor banks and compliance partners to maintain regulatory alignmentBuild and lead the risk and fraud organization as Taekus scalesWhat you Bring to the Table10+ years in risk management, fintech operations, fraud, or enterprise riskExperience leading risk programs at a fintech, payments company, or modern bankStrong understanding of operational risk, fraud prevention, and fintech risk infrastructureExperience building risk frameworks that scale with high-growth financial productsBuilder mindset with the ability to operate in a fast-moving environmentStrong cross-functional collaboration with product, engineering, and compliance teamsYou’d Love This Job IfYou want to architect the risk foundation for a next-generation financial platformYou enjoy building from zero to one and scaling systems alongside company growthYou’re excited to work at the intersection of fintech, payments, and global travelYou thrive in high-ownership roles with direct impact on company strategyAbout TaekusTaekus is a 6-year-old luxury financial services company offering premium checking, credit, and debit accounts—paired with an exclusive travel rewards ecosystem. We serve an affluent, global customer base that expects excellence in both experience and execution. With $3B+ in annual transaction volume and strong profitability, we’re redefining what it means to bank beautifully.What We OfferCompetitive salary and stock option planMedical, Dental, and Vision insurance401(k) plan with 5% company matchFlexible vacation policyFully remote work environment
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