Financial Risk Department, Abaxx Exchange Pte. Ltd. (“Abaxx”)

Location: Singapore

Abaxx is a full-stack financial technology company developing a regulated commodity futures exchange and clearinghouse in Singapore, and new software protocols and applications to enhance trust in electronic markets.

Founded on the principle of developing SmarterMarkets™ that are characterized by more efficient, seamless, and secure transactions, Abaxx Exchange is an emergent commodities exchange and clearinghouse in Singapore that has been established to motivate and facilitate better trading and technology solutions for the commodities markets. Fundamental to the development of our societies, we believe that commodities can and should be graded and traded based on their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) externalities.

Our goal is to improve price signals and risk management tools for energy markets to accelerate the energy transition. We intend to extend our technology services, software protocols and infrastructure to pre- and post-execution services to develop the capacity and infrastructure needed to meet emerging and evolving future sustainability standards.

Abaxx Exchange has been granted licenses by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) as a Recognized Market Operator (RMO) and Approved Clearing House (ACH). Abaxx Exchange is a majority-owned subsidiary of Abaxx Technologies, a publicly traded financial technology company listed on the NEO Exchange in Canada (www.abaxx.tech).

Abaxx Exchange is looking for a risk analyst who will assist the Head of Risk Control in overseeing and shaping the financial risk management practice in Singapore. The candidate will join a dynamic team, be exposed to a wide range of products and be challenged with complex risk problems. This is an exciting, multifaceted role where you will interact with teams across Clearing & Exchange Operations, Finance, Compliance, External Data/System Vendors, the Abaxx Technology team, and Market Regulators.

Responsibilities:

Risk Control

· Assist with the establishment and maintenance of the risk management framework by adhering to internal risk policies and staying up to date with regulatory standards and industry best practices

· Execute daily risk control processes and risk reports working alongside Clearing Operation teams to manage clearing risk

· Identify, investigate and escalate any issues or exceptions related to the risk framework (e.g. margin and guaranty fund breaches, risk limit excesses, data quality) including any required follow-up and reporting requirements

· Build and maintain reports for regular management, member and regulatory reporting

· Develop and maintain close working relationships with the Clearing & Exchange Operations, Compliance and Finance teams

· Compile and provide information to external parties (e.g. regulators, auditors, external independent validators, consultants) on routine and ad-hoc bases

· Participate in new product launches, new member onboarding, regular clearing member reviews and run thematic or ad-hoc market research on relevant risk topics

Risk Development:

· Contribute to ongoing risk model development efforts including participation in the design and implementation of model enhancements and improvements to risk infrastructure and processes

· Monitor the performance of risk models and assess their continued appropriateness

· Design test cases and perform user acceptance tests for risk systems development and system upgrades

· Contribute to the development and successful delivery of visual analytics initiatives. These initiatives typically include the development of reports, analysis, data visualizations and dashboards from aggregated data sources from risk databases with the objective to bring risk monitoring, analysis and strategic decision making to the next level.

Risk Culture:

· Contribute to the establishment and promotion of risk culture within the Company including through daily responsibilities, awareness efforts and training efforts

· Contribute to the culture of governance and risk oversight within the Company

Qualifications:

· Degree in Risk Management, Business, Economics, Mathematics, Science, Engineering or IT, or a related discipline

· Minimum 3-5 years relevant work experience

· Working level competency in Excel VBA/SQL/Python and Microsoft Office applications

· Strong attention to detail with a focus on process execution

· Keen interest in financial, commodity and energy markets and derivative instruments

· Quick learner with excellent written and communication skills, team orientation, and ability to work with counterparts in different organizational areas

· Self-starter who takes initiative to improve the current state of things and is adaptable to change

· Prior relevant professional experience in risk management, data analysis, portfolio management, and/or risk systems in prime brokerages, fund houses or clearing houses preferred

Risk Analyst (Welcome Fresh Graduates)

Abaxx Exchange is looking for a Risk Analyst who will assist in overseeing and shaping the financial risk management practice in Singapore. The candidate will join a dynamic team, be exposed to a wide range of products and be challenged with complex risk problems. This is an exciting, multifaceted role where you will interact with various teams to broaden your exposure.

Responsibilities:

Risk Control

· Assist with the establishment and maintenance of the risk management framework by adhering to internal risk policies and staying up to date with regulatory standards and industry best practices

· Execute daily risk control processes and risk reports working alongside Clearing Operation teams to manage clearing risk

· Identify, investigate and escalate any issues or exceptions related to the risk framework (e.g. margin and guaranty fund breaches, risk limit excesses, data quality) including any required follow-up and reporting requirements

· Build and maintain reports for regular management, member and regulatory reporting

· Monitor market trends, geopolitical events that may impact products to proactively identify emerging risk and opportunities

· Develop and maintain close working relationships with the Clearing & Exchange Operations, Compliance and Finance teams

· Compile and provide information to external parties (e.g. regulators, auditors, external independent validators, consultants) on routine and ad-hoc bases

· Participate in new product launches, new member onboarding, regular clearing member reviews and run thematic or ad-hoc market research on relevant risk topics

Risk Development:

· Contribute to development and enhancement of in-house risk application leveraging Python, SQL, GIT and AWS cloud infrastructure to support advanced analytics and risk management process.

· Monitor the performance of risk models, ensuring their appropriateness and maintaining the integrity and accuracy of risk data.

· Develop and leverage upon advanced analytics tools and models, e.g. tools and models related to Artificial Intelligence (AI)

· Design test cases and perform testing for risk systems development and system upgrades

· Contribute to the development and successful delivery of visual analytics initiatives. These initiatives typically include the development of reports, analysis, data visualizations and dashboards from aggregated data sources such as risk databases with the objective of bringing risk monitoring, analysis and strategic decision making to the next level.

Risk Culture:

· Contribute to the establishment and promotion of risk culture within the Company including through daily responsibilities, awareness efforts and training efforts

· Contribute to the culture of governance and risk oversight within the Company

Qualifications:

· Degree in Risk Management, Business, Economics, Mathematics, Science, Engineering or IT, or a related discipline

· Working level competency in Excel VBA/SQL/Python and Microsoft Office applications

· Strong attention to detail with a focus on process execution

· Keen interest in financial, commodity and energy markets and derivative instruments

· Key player in an agile and diverse environment that emphasizes proactive collaboration and risk identification

· Quick learner with excellent written and communication skills, team orientation, and ability to work with counterparts in different organizational areas

· Self-starter who takes initiative to improve the current state of things and is adaptable to change

· Prior relevant professional experience in risk management, data analysis, portfolio management, and/or risk systems in prime brokerages, fund houses or clearing houses preferred

About the role

We are thrilled to welcome aspired and driven fresh graduates to join our team as an Exchange & Clearing Operations Analyst. In this role, you will be an integral part of our exchange and clearing house, contributing to the seamless execution of trading and clearing activities. Your attention to detail, analytical mindset, and readiness for shift duties will be key assets as you embark on this exciting journey in the financial industry.

Responsibilities

• Precision in Trade Execution: Gain hands-on experience in executing and meticulously monitoring trade, assisting in clearing and settlement processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Regulatory Adherence: Develop a comprehensive grasp of regulatory mandates and play an active role in upholding compliance with exchange and clearing regulations.
• Insightful Data Analysis: Utilize your keen analytical skills and financial acumen to support the evaluation of trading activities, facilitating the generation of informed reports.
• Holistic Team Collaboration: Engage closely with diverse teams and external partners to ensure the harmonious functioning of exchange and clearing operations.
• Innovative Process Refinement: Identify avenues to optimize operational processes, infusing your fresh perspective for the continuous enhancement of efficiency.
• Quality Customer Service: Assist and interact with market participants, addressing their inquiries, resolving issues, and providing information about trading procedures.
• Provide dedicated support during the overnight shift (2230 to 0630) from Monday to Friday (Saturday morning).
• Shift-Based Excellence: Thrive in a dynamic work environment with shift work arrangement, ensure proper handover from the previous shift and to the next shifts.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree holder.
• Passion for the financial industry and a determined aspiration to excel in exchange and clearing operations.
• Eagerness to learn and practice new topics
• Strong analytical skills, enabling quick comprehension of complex concepts and data.
• Proactive approach to understanding and adhering to regulatory compliance within financial markets.
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset, essential for team-based operations.
• Ability to thrive in a shift-based work environment, ensuring seamless support around the clock.
• Solid grasp of financial instruments is a plus