Risk Analyst – Capital Markets

ProViso Staffing; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Analyst for its Collateral Management team. This role focuses on mitigating counterparty credit risk while ensuring effective communication across various departments. The successful candidate will engage in daily monitoring of portfolios, manage OTC derivative exposure, and drive operational efficiency through innovative solutions. With a long contract and opportunities for networking, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. Join a team that values proactive risk management and fosters a culture of respect and collaboration.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of capital market or collateral management experience required.
• Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage counterparty credit risk and mitigate inefficiencies.
• Daily monitoring of client portfolios and collateral calls.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Python

Education

Bachelor Degree in Finance

CFA/FRM

Job description

Candidate profile details:

• Degree/Certifications Required: Bachelor Degree in a finance related field. CFA/FRN.
• Years of experience: 2 to 3 years
• Reason for request/why opened: backfilling for a leave
• Team Size: 6 people
• Personality Style/Team Culture: Team player, easy to work with.
• Selling Points of Position: Long contract, client exposure, networking, opportunity to work w/ different teams at bank.

Best Vs Average Candidate:

• Working knowledge of derivatives
• Previously collateral mgmt experience.
• Python/Data mgmt would be helpful.
• How will performance be measured: deliverables, managing additional tasks.

Summary of day to day responsibilities:

• An Analyst within Collateral Management will primarily be focused on the effective and efficient mitigation of counterparty credit risk.
• Analysts are responsible managing counterparty credit risk as well as for demonstrating innovation and a proactive approach to risk mitigation by highlighting inefficiencies, risks and implementing improvements.

Must have:

• At least 2 to 3 years of capital market experience or relevant collateral management experience
• Strong communication skills
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Leadership skills

Nice To Have:

• Python
• Previous exp w/client interaction
• CFA/FRM

Job Description:

• An Analyst within Collateral Management will primarily be focused on the effective and efficient mitigation of counterparty credit risk.
• Analysts are responsible managing counterparty credit risk as well as for demonstrating innovation and a proactive approach to risk mitigation by highlighting inefficiencies, risks and implementing improvements.
• The role will involve close partnership and interaction with a wide range of areas, including credit, middle office, legal, front office, settlements, and corporate treasury.
• As a result the successful candidate will be required to possess strong communication skills.
• Senior Analysts within Collateral Management are accountable for the following core responsibilities, but are not limited to:
o Daily monitoring of client portfolios, issuing and receiving collateral calls to ensure the firm’s credit risk is mitigated.
o Manage bilateral and centrally cleared OTC derivative exposure. Investigate and document margin disputes.
o Ensure margin tickets are accurately entered into the collateral system
o Extensive interaction with clients.
o Resolution and escalation of collateral issues.
o Support Manager in interaction with internal stakeholders (Technology, Settlements, Credit) and external vendors to manage gaps and process improvements
• In addition to their core responsibilities, Analysts are also expected to:
o Contribute their own ideas to make a difference and add value to the group.
o Ongoing, proactive risk management via staying abreast of risk issues in the capital markets and assessing impacts on our exposures
o Seek opportunities to increase operational efficiency and lower operational risk through process reengineering
o Performing a number of control functions, ensuring the integrity of our processes.
o Establish an environment that promotes respect for the individual employee and adheres to the policies and guidelines of the Bank

Job Requirements:

• At least 2 to 3 years of capital market experience or relevant collateral management experience
• Strong communication skills
• Self-starter with a high degree of initiative and the ability to learn and adapt quickly
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated leadership skillset

Education and Accreditation:

• An undergraduate or graduate degree in Business, Economics, Mathematics, Finance or another quantitative discipline.
• CFA and/or FRM would be considered an asset

Job Details

13221

Contract

1 year

Toronto