Market Risk - London, United Kingdom - Black Swan Group

Description

Job Description

Job Title: Market Risk Analyst

Company Overview:

Join a leading retail brokerage firm dedicated to empowering retail investors with innovative financial services and cutting-edge technology. Our client is committed to providing a seamless trading experience while maintaining the highest standards of risk management and regulatory compliance. We are seeking a talented individual to join our team as a Market Risk Analyst.

Position Overview:

As a Market Risk Analyst, you will play a critical role in monitoring and managing market risks inherent in our brokerage operations. You will utilize your analytical skills and market expertise to assess potential risks, develop risk mitigation strategies, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct daily monitoring and analysis of market risk exposures, including but not limited to equity, fixed income, and derivatives markets.
• Identify and assess market risk factors and trends that may impact the firm's trading positions and portfolio performance.
• Collaborate with trading desks and other stakeholders to understand trading strategies and assess associated risks.
• Develop and implement risk models and metrics to quantify and measure market risk exposures.
• Perform stress testing and scenario analysis to evaluate the potential impact of adverse market events on the firm's portfolio.
• Prepare comprehensive risk reports and presentations for senior management and regulatory authorities.
• Stay abreast of market developments, regulatory changes, and industry best practices related to market risk management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, mathematics, or a related field; advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., FRM, CFA) is a plus.
• Strong understanding of financial markets and products, including equities, fixed income, options, and futures.
• Proficiency in risk management tools and techniques, such as value-at-risk (VaR), stress testing, and scenario analysis.
• Excellent quantitative and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and trends.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Prior experience in market risk management, trading, or quantitative analysis within the financial services industry is preferred but not required.