ALM Analyst

Paragon Banking Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK bank is offering an entry-level ALM Analyst position focused on enhancing analytics and reporting in the Treasury function. The role requires analytical skills and a degree in a quantitative field. Key responsibilities include managing liquidity metrics, developing indicators for future risks, and preparing management information. The bank promotes a flexible working environment and values diversity. Benefits include generous holiday allowance, a share save scheme, and a pension plan.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Share save scheme

Profit-related pay

Pension plan

Family-friendly policies

Employee discounts

Volunteering day

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Graduate in a quantitative discipline, preferably Mathematics or Finance.
• Strong data management and analytical skills required.
• Previous experience in a Bank Treasury department preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyse liquidity exposures and produce cash flow forecasts to manage key metrics.
• Develop indicators to alert the business to future risks.
• Assist with various risk management documents and reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data management

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Mathematics or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

An entry level opportunity for a highly analytical individual to join an integral function of the Bank. The ALM Analyst will have responsibility for enhancing analytics and reporting on the Bank's liquidity risk and interest rate risk in the banking book ('IRRBB'). A flexible approach will be required to support and lead a wide range of projects in a growing Treasury function.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Analyse liquidity exposures, produce cash flow forecasting and projections to ensure the management of key liquidity metrics within limits, analyse IRRBB metrics and implement appropriate hedging to ensure compliance with limits
• Develop forward looking liquidity and balance sheet indicators to alert the business to future risks
• Assist with the production and development of the ICAAP, ILAAP, Recovery Plan and risk appetite reviews
• Assist with the development of stress testing and cashflow modelling
• Prepare management information, including updates for the ALCO and Treasury team meetings
• Own the completion of treasury related regulatory reporting returns
• Support Treasury projects as required and provide cover for other members of the Treasury team
• Strong data management and analytical skills, including previous use of Microsoft Office package
• An ability to produce meaningful management information
• Effective communication skills for written and verbal reporting and the ability to present in meetings
• Commitment to deliver and maintain high standards
• Embrace change and influence and encourage others
• Effectively prioritise tasks to ensure delivery meets critical deadlines
• Embody a team ethic and a willingness to take responsibility for delegated tasks and associated outcomes, Degree qualified in a quantitative discipline such as Mathematics or Finance or equivalent professional qualification
• Liquidity risk and IRRBB experience in a Bank Treasury department preferred but not essential

Even if you don't meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply . At Paragon, we value diversity and we're excited to hear from passionate individuals like you! If you're ready to contribute to the team, please apply. Let's grow together! A Platinum Investors in People employer and an award-winning UK bank, focused on growth. Our customers include savers and businesses across the UK and, working together, we use our specialist expertise to help them achieve their ambitions and build a sustainable future. If you're an experienced ALM Analyst looking for an opportunity to grow in a friendly environment, we're looking for you! We're flexible, inclusive, committed to your wellbeing and passionate about you reaching your potential. Let's grow together...

Benefits

• Generous Holiday Allowance : Starting from 25 days and climbing to 30, you also get to enjoy a day off for your birthday, Christmas Eve, and New Year's Eve. You can also buy or sell up to a week's leave
• Share Save Scheme : Annually, you have the opportunity to buy shares in Paragon at a discounted rate
• Profit Related Pay : We share some of our annual profit with our eligible employees
• Pension Plan : We contribute up to 10% of your annual salary towards your pension
• Family Friendly policies : We offer enhanced parental pay and paid time off for fertility treatment
• Employee Discounts : Enjoy exclusive discounts on entertainment, travel, shopping, motoring and more
• Volunteering Day : Contribute to causes you care about with one volunteering day per year
• Life Assurance and Personal Accident Cover

Be flexible We promote flexibility around how and where we work so that you can achieve a healthier work-life balance. We operate hybrid working, splitting our week between the office and home.