About the role
This role monitors market risk exposure and delivers clear reporting to senior governance forums and relevant stakeholders. It also contributes to the continued development of risk metrics, oversight controls and reporting processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Produce accurate market risk calculations and reports in accordance with the relevant policy framework, ensuring senior management and key stakeholders receive timely information. Monitor approved limits each day, investigate exceptions and retain appropriate supporting records.
- Work with the Market Risk Manager to maintain and enhance the risk infrastructure, strengthen reporting and support related change initiatives.
- Review business plans from a market risk perspective and ensure appropriate limits are in place to support controlled activity. Oversee risk management processes across relevant internal and third-party trading and risk systems.
- Contribute to the development of methods used to assess exposure from current and proposed products or activities, including measures such as VaR, DV01 and foreign-exchange exposure.
- Track counterparty credit and country risk, perform stress testing and undertake qualitative risk assessments across relevant business areas.
- Support engagement with relevant functions on market and broader risk topics, including the review and implementation of applicable policies and requirements.
Requirements
- A bachelor's degree in a numerate discipline, for example applied mathematics, statistics, physics or engineering, plus one to two years of relevant market risk or related experience.
- Good knowledge of market risk measurement, risk management practices and reporting; accounting knowledge would be an advantage.
- Strong hands-on capability in Excel and VBA is essential.
- Well-developed analytical judgement and problem-solving skills.
- High-quality written and verbal communication in both English and Mandarin.
- Understanding of wholesale banking and treasury products-including rates, foreign exchange and lending-and the principles used to value them.
- Awareness of the relevant UK prudential regulatory framework and capital management expectations is desirable, though not mandatory.
- Ability to balance competing priorities and organise work efficiently.
- A professional and discreet approach, with sound judgement when dealing with sensitive information.
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Market Risk Analyst in City of London employer: Harvey Nash Group
As a leading international banking institution located in the vibrant city of London, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that values collaboration and innovation. Our Treasury Management Analyst role offers not only competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth but also the chance to engage with a diverse team of experts in a fast-paced environment. Join us to contribute to impactful projects while enjoying the unique advantages of working in one of the world's financial capitals.
