Financial Risk Analyst

Join a diverse and dynamic team of talented professionals in the heart of London! Our client, a leading financial services group, is seeking a passionate and driven Financial Risk Associate to be part of their Group Risk division. This is an exciting opportunity where you’ll play a key role in monitoring, assessing, and reporting on financial risks that shape the organisation’s success.

 

Responsibilities:

 

• Dive deep into financial risk information from various departments, challenging the status quo and ensuring accurate analysis of capital and liquidity risks.
• Prepare regular financial risk reports for influential senior management and committees, showcasing your ability to deliver under tight timelines.
• Collaborate on ad hoc papers for senior committees, making a direct impact on risk appetite statements and policy approvals with the guidance of experienced team members.
• Drive the formulation and implementation of cutting-edge policies, procedures, and methodologies while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Foster strong relationships with stakeholders across the organisation through effective communication.
• Provide invaluable guidance to business units and functions on queries related to financial risks.
• Act as an agent of change by actively contributing to identifying areas for improvement in reporting and processes.

 

Skills and competencies required – critical:

 

• Possess knowledge and experience in a variety of financial risks, including liquidity risk, credit risk, regulatory capital and stress testing, and market risk.
• Unleash your passion for financial risk by diving into numerical data, analysing it with precision, and uncovering hidden insights.
• Show your adaptability and flexibility as a vital member of a small team, always ready to take on new challenges.
• Attention to detail and accuracy are your superpowers, ensuring flawless execution of tasks.
• Excel in organisational skills, enabling you to juggle priorities and contribute to the overall success of the team.
• Embrace autonomy and drive tasks forward with conscientiousness, delivering exceptional results.

 

Skills and competencies required – highly advantageous:

 

• Bring your experience from the banking, regulatory reporting, risk environment, or major accounting or consultancy firms to the table.
• Leverage your advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint to conquer any data-related challenge.
• Unleash your numerical prowess with a numerate degree and impressive results at Math’s A level or equivalent.
• Showcase excellent report writing skills, painting vivid pictures with your words.
• Your interpersonal skills shine brightly, allowing you to build meaningful relationships across the business.

 

Our client’s commitment to an inclusive and supportive environment ensures that diversity and different perspectives are valued. They are passionate about attracting, developing, and retaining top-tier talent, enabling both their organization and clients to thrive.

If you have the key skills required and would like to find out a little more, please submit your CV today.