Quantitative Risk Analyst
Chicago, IL · Information Technology · 150000
Salary in the $125-150,000 range.
Comprehensive Benefit and Retirement Programs.
Hybrid - some remote, some on-site
Global broker-dealer with an amazing opportunity for growth and development.
The Quantitative Risk Analyst will work on a cross-functional team responsible for evaluating the market, financial, and operational risks, validating quantitative models, assessing private and complex asset valuations, as well as evaluating the effectiveness of risk management models and tools.
Review and validate the risk measures used as inputs in the Standard Initial Margin Model (SIMM).
Identify and close gaps in the firm’s ability to price and analyze risk on linear and non-linear products across equity, commodity, fixed-income, and foreign exchange asset classes.
Take regular training sessions on pricing and analyzing the risk on complex financial instruments, including exotic options, credit default swaps, cross-currency swaps, interest rate swaps, and swap options.
Present issues related to risk parameters and model assumptions to senior stakeholders on a regular basis.
Who Will Be a Great Fit for the Quantitative Risk Analyst position?
5+ years of risk or related broker-dealer experience
Advanced financial data and statement analysis skillset
Self-starter, able to work independently to resolve problems and implement new initiatives in support of team goals
Highly proficient in MS Office, Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills
SQL, Python, and R proficiency
Ability to work on simultaneous projects and adhere to strict deadlines
Excellent communication skills and a can-do attitude