MAS Markets Appoints Saul Knapp As Chief Risk Officer

MAS Markets, a leading multi-asset liquidity provider serving institutional clients globally, today announced the appointment of Saul Knapp as Chief Risk Officer (CRO), marking a significant step in the firm’s continued global expansion and commitment to robust risk governance.
 

Saul Knapp joins MAS Markets with extensive experience across financial services, bringing a proven track record in building and leading risk functions within fast-scaling, multi-jurisdictional organisations. His appointment reinforces MAS Markets’ focus on strengthening its infrastructure as demand grows from brokers, hedge funds, family offices, and professional trading firms worldwide, many of whom rely on prime of prime brokers for aggregated liquidity.
 

In his role as CRO, Saul will oversee all aspects of enterprise risk management, ensuring the firm maintains best-in-class standards across market, operational, and credit risk frameworks, while aligning with evolving global regulatory requirements.
 

Simon Blackledge, CEO and Founder of MAS Markets

Simon Blackledge, CEO and Founder of MAS Markets commented:

“Bringing Saul on board as Chief Risk Officer is a key milestone for MAS Markets. As we continue to expand our global footprint, strengthening our risk infrastructure is critical. Saul’s experience across complex regulatory environments and his ability to build scalable, high-performance risk functions make him a valuable addition to our leadership team. His appointment reflects our long-term commitment to delivering institutional-grade solutions built on trust, transparency, and robust governance.”

Saul Knapp, Chief Risk Officer at MAS Markets

Commenting on his appointment, Saul Knapp, Chief Risk Officer at MAS Markets, added:

“MAS Markets has built a strong reputation as a forward-thinking liquidity provider with a clear focus on institutional clients. I’m excited to join the firm at this stage of its growth and to contribute to strengthening its global risk framework. There is a strong opportunity to further enhance operational resilience, leverage technology, and support the company’s continued expansion across key markets.”

Saul’s appointment comes at a time of increased regulatory scrutiny and market complexity, as institutional FX clients demand greater transparency, resilience, and risk oversight from liquidity providers.
 

The appointment underscores MAS Markets’ broader strategy to invest in senior leadership, technology, and infrastructure, positioning the firm for its next phase of growth across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
 

For institutional clients and financial services firms, the appointment of a dedicated Chief Risk Officer by a prominent liquidity provider like MAS Markets highlights the industry's increasing emphasis on sound risk management and regulatory compliance. This focus directly impacts the stability and reliability of the institutional FX market, a core area of interest for LiquidityFinder's audience seeking robust trading infrastructure and transparent counterparty relationships.
 

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