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# Digital Asset Risk Lead - Blockchain & Crypto

- **Company:** Northern Trust
- **Location:** Greater London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Digital Assets, Blockchain
- **Published:** August 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815519144-digital-asset-risk-lead--blockchain--crypto

## About the Role

The role requires strong risk management experience, knowledge of blockchain technologies and collaboration with Legal, Compliance, IT, and business units to maintain risk appetite.
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## Description

Northern Trust is seeking an experienced risk professional to lead oversight of Digital Assets and blockchain-related risks. You will identify, assess and mitigate risks across custody, tokenisation, smart contracts, and DeFi initiatives, while aligning with regulatory expectations and firm governance.


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