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Finance & Risk Manager

WealthKernel

Roles & Responsibilities

  • 10+ years’ senior finance experience in a CNMV-regulated ESI/Agencia de Valores or similar financial institution in Spain
  • Proven experience holding or supporting the Risk Management function in a regulated firm
  • In-depth knowledge of CNMV reporting obligations and Spanish investment services regulation; strong skills in financial planning, reporting, and control
  • Professional fluency in both Spanish and English

Requirements:

  • Oversee finance leadership including planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting in line with Spanish GAAP and CNMV requirements, plus managing relationships with auditors and tax advisors
  • Act as the Risk Management Function Holder, maintain and develop the risk management framework, conduct regular risk assessments, and ensure adherence to CNMV regulations and cross-border requirements
  • Coordinate cross-border regulatory finance and risk matters with Spanish and UK teams, monitoring regulatory changes and advising on implications
  • Provide strategic financial insights to support decision-making and shape finance and risk strategy for a growing, tech-focused investment firm

Job description


About the company

WealthKernel is a VC-backed, award-winning FinTech specialising in the wealth management industry. With a commitment to making financial services better and more accessible, WealthKernel builds modern, API-driven infrastructure that powers savings, investment, and pension products across Europe.

This role sits within WealthKernel Spain A.V., our Spanish investment firm regulated by the CNMV. As part of the WealthKernel group, WK Spain plays a key role in expanding our European footprint and ensuring the highest standards in governance, risk management, and financial operations.

Joining us means contributing directly to the growth of a regulated entity at the heart of our European strategy, while benefiting from the culture, ambition, and technology-first mindset of the wider WealthKernel organisation.

About the job


This is a senior-level dual role, combining strategic financial leadership with the responsibilities of the Risk Management Function Holder in a CNMV-regulated entity.

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in both finance and risk oversight within a Spanish investment services firm, as well as exposure to UK financial services practices.


Key Responsibilities


Finance Leadership

  • Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
  • Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in line with Spanish GAAP and CNMV requirements.
  • Manage relationships with auditors, tax advisors, and other financial service providers.
  • Provide financial insights to support strategic decision-making.


Risk Management

  • Act as the Risk Management Function Holder
  • Maintain and develop the company’s risk management framework.
  • Conduct regular risk assessments and produce reports for the Board and regulators.
  • Ensure adherence to all applicable CNMV regulations and relevant cross-border requirements.


Regulatory & Cross-Border Support

  • Coordinate with Spanish and UK teams on finance and risk matters.
  • Monitor regulatory changes in both jurisdictions and advise on implications.

Requirements


Must-Have

  • 10+ years’ senior finance experience in a CNMV-regulated ESI/Agencia de Valores or similar financial institution in Spain.
  • Proven experience holding or supporting the Risk Management function in a regulated firm.
  • In-depth knowledge of CNMV reporting obligations and Spanish investment services regulation.
  • Strong skills in financial planning, reporting, and control.
  • Professional fluency in both Spanish and English.

Nice-to-Have

  • Experience working with UK financial services regulation (FCA).
  • Background in fintech or technology-driven financial services.
  • Experience reporting to or working with Boards of Directors.

Benefits

 
  • Fully remote role.
  • Competitive remuneration.
  • Opportunity to shape finance and risk strategy in a growing, tech-focused investment firm.
  • We offer a degree of flexibility in working patterns (including the possibility of a reduced-hours arrangement), provided the role’s regulatory responsibilities and availability requirements are fully met.
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