Capital Market Risk Analyst-Collateral/CFA/FRM

BeachHead Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

BeachHead Inc. in Toronto, Canada, seeks a Capital Market Risk Analyst-Collateral/CFA/FRM to manage counterparty credit risk within collateral management.

The role supports a new business line focused on US treasuries and collateralized loans, with long-term engagement opportunities. The position offers a pay rate of CAD 46.47–55.77 per hour and requires CFA or FRM certification, strong Excel skills, and 5+ years in capital markets.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of capital markets or collateral management experience.
• Strong fixed income knowledge, especially in central clearing.
• Proficient in Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-starter with high initiative, quick learner, adaptable.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Interpersonal skills capable of working within a large team including senior managers.
• CFA or FRM certification (asset).

Responsibilities

• Monitor client portfolios daily and issue collateral calls to mitigate credit risk.
• Ensure accurate entry of margin tickets into collateral systems.
• Interact extensively with clients to resolve collateral issues and disputes.
• Conduct process reviews aligned with global short-term markets policies.
• Reconcile repo collateral statements and address margining disputes.
• Contribute ideas to improve operational efficiency and risk management.
• Stay informed of market risk developments impacting exposures.
• Perform control functions to maintain process integrity.
• Foster an environment respectful of individual policies and guidelines.

Skills

Capital markets

Collateral management

CFA/FRM certification

Excel

Communication skills

Self-starter

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot tables)

Job description

Are you experienced in capital market risk management and looking to support a new project?

Working with one of our top financial clients, this role calls for a Capital Market Risk Analyst-Collateral/CFA/FRM. This position involves managing counterparty credit risk within collateral management, supporting a new business line focused on US treasuries and collateralized loans, with opportunities for long-term engagement and professional growth.

Pay rate range (CAD): $46.47/hr – $55.77/hr

Responsibilities

• Monitor client portfolios daily and issue collateral calls to mitigate credit risk
• Ensure accurate entry of margin tickets into collateral systems
• Interact extensively with clients to resolve collateral issues and disputes
• Conduct process reviews aligned with global short-term markets policies
• Reconcile repo collateral statements and address margining disputes
• Contribute ideas to improve operational efficiency and risk management
• Stay informed of market risk developments impacting exposures
• Perform control functions to maintain process integrity
• Foster an environment respectful of individual policies and guidelines

Desired Skill-Set

• 5+ years of capital markets or collateral management experience
• Strong fixed income knowledge, especially in central clearing
• Proficient in Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-starter with high initiative, quick learner, adaptable
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Interpersonal skills capable of working within a large team including senior managers
• CFA or FRM certification (asset)

Nice to Have

• Experience working in a similar risk mitigation role
• Knowledge of collateralized loan and repo markets
• Prior experience supporting new project initiatives

BeachHead is an equal opportunity agency and employer. We advocate for our candidates and welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or physical or mental disability. BeachHead or our clients may use technology-enabled tools, including automation and artificial intelligence (AI), to support parts of the recruitment process such as resume screening, application management, and candidate matching. These tools assist our recruiters and our clients, and do not replace human decision-making. This job posting represents a current or anticipated vacancy. The position may be filled at any time, and the posting may be removed without notice once the role has been filled.