Commodity Risk Systems & Data Analyst - Quant & Tech

Richard James Recruitment Specialists Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Richard James Recruitment Specialists Ltd is seeking a trading systems and risk minded professional in Central London to join the commercial risk team. You will gain broad exposure to company systems and risk processes while developing quantitative risk skills for future career progression.

The role requires a numerate degree, experience in commodities/derivatives trading, and strong Excel/VBA/Power BI with SQL knowledge.

Qualifications

• Degree in a numerate subject required.
• Experience in commodities/derivatives trading environment.
• Proficient in VBA, Advanced Excel and Power BI; SQL/database know-how.

Responsibilities

• Ensure data in Risk systems is accurate and accessible.
• Improve risk reporting and system processes.
• Support modelling and daily risk calculations (VAR, stress tests).
• Collaborate with IT to integrate risk processes with IT infra.
• Provide data extracts and analyses for stakeholders.

Skills

Quantitative thinking

Strong analytical skills

Problem solving

Self-starter

Team player

Logical thinking

Ability to meet deadlines

Education

Degree in a numerate subject

Tools

SQL

Advanced Excel

VBA

Power BI

Job description

Richard James Recruitment Specialists Ltd is seeking a trading systems and risk minded professional in Central London to join the commercial risk team. You will gain broad exposure to company systems and risk processes while developing quantitative risk skills for future career progression.

The role requires a numerate degree, experience in commodities/derivatives trading, and strong Excel/VBA/Power BI with SQL knowledge.