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Market Risk Analyst
Market Risk Analyst – London
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Market Risk Analyst to join our dynamic team in London. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with traders and other risk professionals globally to identify, monitor, and manage key market risks across multiple asset classes, particularly in energy and commodities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with traders on an intraday basis to identify and assess key market risks.
- Perform risk valuations and statistical analysis to calculate relevant risk measures.
- Produce and distribute regular risk reports, ensuring all risks are accurately captured, monitored, and reported.
- Assist in the development and enhancement of systems, models, and reporting processes, periodically reviewing both quantitative and qualitative aspects.
- Work with traders and risk professionals to streamline and simplify processes across global teams.
- Enhance control frameworks to ensure comprehensive risk management practices are maintained.
- Stay informed about market developments, regulatory changes, and new risk factors that may impact the business.
Key Skills and Experience:
- Strong quantitative and analytical abilities, with advanced skills in Excel, SQL, Python, or other object-oriented programming languages.
- A solid academic background, ideally with a 2:1 or higher in Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, or any related engineering degree.
- Knowledge of European energy markets is an advantage, with an awareness of current market trends and regulatory changes.
- Strong attention to detail, organisational, and numerical skills.
- The ability to work under pressure, with a decisive and disciplined approach.
- A team player, capable of working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- A motivated individual who thrives on challenges and is eager to learn and grow within the company.
- Fluency in a European language is a plus but not essential.
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in risk analysis within the energy and commodities sectors. If you are a quick learner with strong technical skills and a passion for the markets, we encourage you to apply.
Apply now to take the next step in your career!
We seek individuals from a diverse talent pool and encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply to our vacancies. Our commitment to fair recruitment processes means that we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of their lived experience or personal characteristics. We also invite applicants who meet most of the listed requirements, even if not all, to apply. If you require any adjustments to the application process, please let us know.
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