Our client, an international clearing house, is looking for a Risk Analyst. You will play a vital role in monitoring and analyzing risks associated with clearing and settlement activities across various financial products, including derivatives, securities, and commodities.
[Shift work is required; 9-6pm or 3-10pm, rotated weekly]
Responsibilities
- Monitor clearing and settlement activities in real-time, including trade processing, margin calculations, and collateral management, to identify potential risk exposures and anomalies.
- Analyze market data, trading patterns, and risk metrics to assess the credit, liquidity, and operational risks associated with clearing member activity and market dynamics.
- Conduct stress testing, scenario analysis, and sensitivity testing to evaluate the impact of adverse market events and assess the resilience of clearing house operations and risk management processes.
- Monitor compliance with risk management policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, and escalate any breaches or deviations to senior management as appropriate.
- Collaborate with clearing members, exchanges, and other stakeholders to address risk-related issues, resolve discrepancies, and enhance risk mitigation measures.
- Prepare risk reports, dashboards, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, providing insights into risk exposures, trends, and emerging risks.
- Participate in risk assessment and review processes, including model validation, risk control self-assessments, and risk governance committees, to ensure the effectiveness of risk management frameworks.
- Provide support and assistance during system upgrades, maintenance activities, and disaster recovery exercises, ensuring continuity of clearing operations and risk management functions.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, mathematics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 6-8 years of experience in risk management, financial markets, or clearing operations within the financial services industry.
- Strong understanding of derivatives markets, clearing and settlement processes, and risk management principles.
- Proficiency in risk analytics tools, market data platforms, and trading systems commonly used in risk management and clearing operations.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data, identify patterns, and make sound judgments under pressure.
- Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and precision in data analysis and reporting.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders across different regions and time zone Mandarin proficiency is advantageous
