Risk Analyst

Bachelor’s Degree in a technical or quantitative field (Financial Engineering, Mathematics, Financial Math, Statistics, Computer Science)
3-5 years of work experience
Knowledge of financial markets and financial instruments; exposure to related risk analytics and pricing preferred
Previous programming or scripting experience (using Python, R, VBA or similar) required
Proficiency using Microsoft Office Excel and related advanced features
Proficiency in SQL to analyze and manage large data sets
Strong analytical and organizational skills with acute attention to detail
Flexibility to provide on-call support as needed
Ability to balance tactical and strategic initiatives and changing priorities
Motivation to continually expand skillset and improve supported systems

Prototype and implement risk dashboards to improve transparency across various products
Build and improve tools and configure models to help manage risks
Run and automate analysis processes and perform ad hoc data analysis
Validate and support risk models, methodologies, and risk management reports
Actively participate in the risk oversight process (control, monitor, track)
Assist in the preparation and review of external reporting and audit information
Periodically contribute to risk management activities, which may include market and risk monitoring and exception monitoring and tracking
Identify opportunities for innovation within executed tasks, processes and projects that contribute to the improved efficiency and effectiveness of the team
Collaborate with software developers to maintain or productionize risk tools