About the Role
This position involves leading the assessment and monitoring of market risk across trading and investment activities, ensuring adherence to risk limits, policies, and regulatory standards while contributing to risk modeling and reporting initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and interpret market risk data to identify potential financial exposures
- Evaluate risk metrics including value-at-risk, stress testing outcomes, and sensitivity measures
- Monitor trading activity against established risk thresholds and limits
- Support the development and validation of risk measurement models
- Collaborate with quantitative teams to refine risk assessment methodologies
- Prepare detailed reports on market risk positions for senior management review
- Identify emerging risk trends and communicate findings to stakeholders
- Assist in the design and implementation of risk control frameworks
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements
- Participate in risk governance meetings and committee preparations
- Conduct scenario analysis and stress testing under adverse market conditions
- Review new products or trading strategies for potential market risk implications
- Maintain documentation for risk processes and model assumptions
- Work closely with trading desks to understand portfolio dynamics
- Contribute to system enhancements related to risk data infrastructure
- Respond to internal audit and regulatory inquiries related to market risk
- Support capital and liquidity risk reporting processes
- Stay current with evolving market risk regulations and industry practices
- Provide subject matter expertise during system or process change initiatives
- Mentor junior analysts and support team knowledge sharing
Compensation
Competitive market salary and benefits package
Work Arrangement
Hybrid work model with flexibility based on role and location
Team
Part of the enterprise risk management function within a large financial institution
Why This Role Matters
This role plays a critical part in safeguarding the organization’s financial stability by proactively identifying and measuring market risks. The insights generated directly influence executive decision-making and strategic planning across trading and investment functions.
What to Expect
You will work in a fast-paced environment where market conditions change rapidly. Expect regular interaction with trading, treasury, and risk management teams. The role requires a balance of technical analysis, clear communication, and adherence to strict risk controls.
May be available for qualified candidates based on business needs
