Managing Director - Quantum

Ateca Consulting; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Senior Consultant in Market Risk to join their Financial Risk Management Team. The role involves developing risk solutions for financial institutions, managing multiple projects, and staying updated on regulatory requirements. Candidates should have a strong background in market risk, quantitative analysis, and financial modeling. Opportunities for professional growth and a competitive salary are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Ongoing training and coaching

Qualifications

• 4+ years of financial risk management experience.
• Experience in Quantitative Analytics and Market Risk Models.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement risk solutions for financial institutions.
• Execute multiple FRM projects and ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Bachelor’s degree in Financial Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Economics

Bachelor’s degree in Applied Mathematics

Tools

Python

R

SAS

MATLAB

Calypso

Murex

Job description

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Role & Responsibilities

As a Senior Consultant within the Financial Risk Management (“FRM”) Team, your role involves developing and implementing risk solutions for financial institutions clients with a focus on market risk.

Projects and Team Related

Execute multiple FRM projects and ensure all engagements are planned and delivered within budget and on time.

Remain current on new developments in Risk advisory services capabilities and financial industry knowledge.

The Individual

• Thorough understanding of Market Risk
• Experience in Quantitative Analytics, Market Risk Models including VaR, FRTB, IRRBB, CVA
• Good understanding of Spot and Derivative markets operations for equities, interest rate, credit, commodities, and foreign exchange products; risk management (hedging strategies) and valuation aspects of the same
• Prior experience in Financial Modeling and experience with risk models development and validation
• Good understanding of local and international regulatory requirements including Basel and CBUAE guidelines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Communication Skills

Strong communication skills with client-facing experience. Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Demonstrate integrity, values, principles, and work ethic, leading by example.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Finance, Financial Engineering, Economics, Applied Mathematics, or similar.
• 4+ years of financial risk management / quantitative analysis experience within financial institutions or consultancy / big 4 firms.
• Professional certification in FRM, PRM, CFA is recommended but not mandatory.
• Aptitude for quantitative analysis and strong numerical skills with evidence of advanced financial modeling skills.
• Experience with analytical and risk management tools / systems (e.g., Python, R, SAS, MATLAB, Calypso, Murex).

What We Offer You

• A professional work environment full of challenges and development opportunities.
• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• Ongoing training and coaching to develop new skills and progress your career.

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