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Risk Analyst – Markets Credit

Risk Analyst – Markets Credit

CompanyFHLBank Chicago
LocationChicago, IL, USA
Salary$75325 – $125500
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s, Master’s
Experience LevelEntry Level/New Grad, Junior

Requirements

  • 0 – 3 years of work experience in finance, data analytics or modeling, credit modeling preferred
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Computer Science or a related field. Master’s level degree desired.
  • CFA and FRM candidates preferred
  • SQL Server Management Studio
  • Python/R
  • Tableau/Alteryx
  • Basic understanding in fixed income, mortgage market and credit risk management
  • Detail-oriented, able to manage multiple timelines
  • Knowledge and experience in predictive modeling
  • Ability to collect, process and analyze large datasets
  • Solid skills in data analysis and visualization techniques to effectively analyze and communicate risk assessments
  • High degree of attention to detail, self-motivation and professionalism
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate with peers and stakeholders in a team environment

Responsibilities

  • Monitor and report credit risk trends and exposures associated with mortgage loan and investment portfolios.
  • Operate and maintain credit risk models that predict prepayment, default and losses of mortgage loan portfolio.
  • Support MPF program related processes and committee reporting.
  • Perform backtesting and benchmarking to evaluate model performance and make recommendations on model calibration.
  • Conduct scenario analysis and stress testing to assess portfolio risks under different macroeconomic scenarios.
  • Perform credit reviews for member institutions and mortgage servicers based on financial performance and credit worthiness.
  • Research, diagnose and identify solutions to issues on data anomalies and model runs.
  • Work with validators, auditors and regulators to support model accuracy and regulatory compliance.
  • Optimize business processes through the use of data management and programming tools.
  • Conduct ad-hoc analysis as needed

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with financial institutions preferred
  • Experience with mortgage underwriting and servicing preferred