Risk Oversight Senior Advisor

National Bank of Canada; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in Canada seeks a Market Risk Senior Advisor to oversee market risk management within the Capital Markets and Treasury Risk Management sector. The role requires strong analytical skills, a relevant degree, and experience with market risk models. Candidates will enjoy a competitive compensation package and a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Health and wellness programs

Flexible insurance

Pension plans

Employee share ownership

Telemedicine and virtual health clinics

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of relevant experience in market risk.
• Finance and risk management certifications (CFA, FRM) are advantageous.
• Front Office role or trading floor experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and monitor market risk and the performance of the commodity desk.
• Provide independent daily oversight of activities involving commodity products.
• Analyze and communicate changes in risk exposures, trends, and potential threats.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Market risk understanding

Quantitative expertise

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in finance, financial engineering, mathematics

Tools

Python

Git

Tableau / PowerBI

Murex

Bloomberg software

Job description

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A career as a Market Risk Senior Advisor in the team of Market Risk at National Bank involves overseeing and monitoring market risk and the performance of the commodity desk. This role offers the opportunity to impact the organization positively as the primary contact with the front office for your activities.

• Ensure the accuracy of the identification, measurement, and control of market risks.
• Serve as an expert and resource within the risk management team by providing quantitative expertise in pricing and risk assessment of complex products.
• Provide independent daily oversight of activities involving commodity products.
• Represent risk monitoring in meetings with regulators, auditors, and internal / external committees.
• Analyze and communicate changes in risk exposures, trends, and potential threats; develop and calibrate stress test scenarios accordingly.
• Recommend limits and controls to ensure the adequacy of the risk management framework aligned with the Bank's risk appetite.
• Lead new product initiatives, identify associated risks, and ensure proper procedures and controls are in place before launch.
• Propose and approve market parameters, methodologies, and assumptions for valuation assessments.
• Perform and review Independent Price Verification (IPV) processes and methodologies.

Your Team

Join a purpose-driven team of Market Risk experts committed to results within an inclusive, high-performing culture. Embody our core values of Empowerment, Partnership, and Agility in all interactions. This position is based in Calgary, reporting to the Senior Manager, Global Trading Risk Oversight - Equities and Commodities, within the Capital Markets and Treasury Risk Management sector.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in finance, financial engineering, mathematics, or related field, with 4-7 years of relevant experience.
• Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills; capable of managing complex processes and analyzing large datasets.
• Deep understanding of market risks (VaR, stress tests, sensitivities) and risk measurement models for derivatives.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex information verbally and in writing, adapting to different audiences.
• Finance and risk management certifications (CFA, FRM) are advantageous.
• Experience in a Front Office role, trading floor experience preferred.
• Comfortable engaging with senior management.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks related to market risk is a plus.
• Proficiency in Python, Git, Tableau / PowerBI, Murex, and Bloomberg software.

Enjoy competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including health and wellness programs, flexible insurance, pension plans, employee share ownership, assistance programs, banking services, community involvement, telemedicine, and virtual health clinics.

Our work environment promotes collaboration, innovation, and continuous feedback, fostering a positive employee experience. We are committed to accessibility and inclusivity, providing accommodations during the recruitment process.

Additional Information

Position located in Calgary, full-time, mid-senior level within the finance and banking industry. We promote a culture of partnership, agility, and empowerment, aiming to make a positive impact on people's lives.

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