Head of FX & Risk
Other
WFA Digital Insight
As the demand for skilled financial professionals in AI grows, Anthropic is looking for a seasoned Head of FX & Risk to shape its financial risk management framework. With the global AI market expected to reach
90 billion by 2025, companies like Anthropic need experts who can navigate complex financial landscapes. This role stands out for its emphasis on building a risk management program from the ground up, offering a unique opportunity for growth and innovation. Candidates should be prepared to showcase their expertise in FX hedging, commodity risk, and counterparty management, as well as their ability to work in a fast-paced, remote environment.
Job Description
About the Role
The Head of FX & Risk will play a crucial role in designing and implementing Anthropic's financial risk management program, with a focus on FX, commodity, interest rate, and counterparty risk. This is a foundational role that will have a significant impact on the company's long-term financial stability and growth. As a key member of the Treasury team, the successful candidate will work closely with the Treasurer, Finance leadership, Accounting, Legal, and cross-functional teams to align Treasury operations with broader financial strategies and business objectives.The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of financial risk management principles, including FX hedging, commodity risk, and counterparty management. They will be able to design and implement effective risk management strategies, as well as develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including banks, asset managers, and other financial institutions.
What You Will Do
- Develop and implement a comprehensive financial risk management framework that spans FX, commodity, interest rate, and counterparty risk
- Design and execute Anthropic's FX program, including exposure quantification, risk tolerance thresholds, policy development, and instrument selection
- Establish a commodity exposure strategy to support the company's growing compute portfolio
- Manage interest rate risk across the investment portfolio and any debt
- Design and operationalize a counterparty risk framework with documented limits and regular monitoring across a growing bank and asset manager footprint
- Run scenario planning and stress testing to understand how exposures evolve as the business scales
- Develop Treasury policies and controls, and deliver integrated financial risk reporting to the CFO
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with broader financial strategies and business objectives
- Stay up-to-date with market developments and regulatory changes that may impact Anthropic's financial risk profile
What We Are Looking For
- Deep expertise in FX hedging program design and execution, developed in Treasury or financial risk management
- A track record of implementing an FX hedging program, not just operating within an established one
- Strong command of derivative instruments — forwards, options, and swaps — and hedge accounting considerations
- Experience with commodity or energy hedging and interest rate risk management
- Experience designing counterparty risk frameworks and Treasury policies and controls
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders
- Strong business acumen and understanding of financial markets and instruments
Nice to Have
- 8+ years of relevant experience in Treasury or financial risk management
- Experience implementing an FX hedging program at a multinational technology company
- Experience supporting multi-entity, multi-currency billing rollouts
- Exposure to energy or compute-adjacent commodity risk, such as power markets and PPAs
- Experience implementing a Treasury risk management system
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary and equity package
- Opportunity to work with a fast-growing, innovative company in the AI space
- Collaborative, dynamic work environment with a team of experienced professionals
- Flexible, remote work arrangements with regular team meetings and social events
- Access to cutting-edge technology and tools
- Professional development opportunities, including training and conference sponsorships
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous PTO and holiday policy, with flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
How to Stand Out
- Tip: Ensure your resume and cover letter showcase your expertise in FX hedging, commodity risk, and counterparty management, as well as your ability to work in a fast-paced, remote environment.
- Be prepared to discuss your experience with financial risk management frameworks, including design, implementation, and maintenance.
- Highlight your analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, as these are essential for success in this role.
- Research Anthropic's mission, values, and culture to demonstrate your understanding of the company's goals and objectives.
- Prepare to discuss your experience with derivative instruments, hedge accounting, and regulatory requirements.
- Show enthusiasm for working in a dynamic, innovative environment and willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
- Be prepared to provide examples of your experience with scenario planning, stress testing, and financial risk reporting.
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