Risk Manager
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Position Overview:As a member of a global team, the Risk Manager will oversee risks stemming from both our Global Equities and Prime Brokerage business lines. In Global Equities risk management, the role serves as the second line of defense, covering derivatives, cash, and convertibles trading. In Prime Brokerage risk, collaboration with the business and Credit is vital for setting margin rates and providing second-line risk oversight. The Risk Manager is responsible for both setting and monitoring associated limits, ensuring proactive management to maintain appropriate levels. Additionally, the role drives the development and continuous improvement of methodologies and Management Information (MI) related to the business, including VaR, economic capital, stress testing, margin analysis, individual trade assessment, and reporting.Responsibilities include:Daily management of in-house trading portfolios and customer prime/synthetic prime portfolio exposure.Evaluation and escalation of existing and emerging risks as needed.Communication with stakeholders through informal channels and scheduled meetings.Adherence to and implementation of the global risk framework.Understanding market and credit risks within Equity Linked products, including cash equity, equity swaps, ETPs, options and futures, and convertible bonds, as well as market structure and regulation.Active participation in ongoing risk discussions with front office and prime customers.Driving continuous improvement in methodologies and analytical capabilities.Requirements:5+ years of experience in a risk management role supporting either Derivatives or Prime Brokerage.STEM or Finance-based degree.Proven ability to assess quantitative and qualitative risks affecting financing and derivatives businesses.Knowledge of cross-asset products, including derivatives valuation and risk modeling.Some experience in Counterparty credit risk is preferred but not mandatory.Strong proficiency in SQL, Python, or Power BI.
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