Junior Risk Analyst

The successful candidate will join the existing Risk team.

Client Details

Our client is a well established commodity trading company based in Geneva.

Description

• Responsible for correct position and pricing reporting as part of Regional VaR publication
• Production of a daily VaR attribution, ability to produce a breakdown and explain key drivers - linear and non-linear portfolios
• Production of risk position breakdown and risk decomposition, all substantiated with commentary explaining key position, price and volatility movements
• Manage and monitor the risk profile of the trading business in line with the agreed risk limits
• Interaction with traders in a challenging and growing environment
• Implement new controls: liaise with IT team to improve and enhance processes
• Supporting Front Office in new business activities by evaluating risks embedded in new business or complex transactions
• Liaise with back-office/trade support/accounting/credit teams

Profile

• University Degree in a relevant discipline - Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, Engineering
• Passionate about risk and processes, capable of working with the business lines to embed risk awareness and culture into everyday processes
• Interest in translating complex mathematical problems into deliverable solutions
• Process improvement mindset
• Self-starter, able to work as part of a team as well as independently
• Technically competent in setting-up/managing ETRM systems and tools
• Fluent English, speaking and writing
• Advanced Excel skills, VBA, Python. Knowledge of a Data Visualization tool is a plus.
• Experience: 0-2 years
• Interest towards global commodities markets, or strong will to learn about them

Job Offer

This is a full time permanent position, and a great opportunity to join a young and dynamic team.