Financial Risk Analyst

Wade Macdonald; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in financial risk management is seeking a Financial Risk Analyst to join their treasury team. The role involves supporting foreign exchange and liquidity risk strategies, providing data insights, and enhancing treasury operations. Candidates should have a relevant degree and strong analytical skills, with experience in financial risk or data analytics being highly desirable. The position offers a hybrid working model and a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Ongoing training

Collaborative work environment

Competitive benefits package

Hybrid working support

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Experience in treasury, financial risk, or data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Support FX hedging and liquidity strategies.
• Monitor portfolios and treasury operations.
• Prepare internal and external risk reports.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Degree in Finance, Economics or Data-related field

Tools

Excel

Python

Job description

Financial Risk Analyst

Location: London (Hybrid)
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum

About the Client

A well-established organisation with a global presence, this business supports a global network of operations with a strong presence in financial risk management. They cultivate a dynamic work environment where work-life balance and employee well-being are priorities.

About the Job

This is an excellent opportunity for a Financial Risk Analyst with a passion for financial markets and risk management to join a high-performing treasury team. The role is focused on supporting foreign exchange and liquidity risk strategies, providing key data insights, and contributing to continuous improvements in treasury operations.

Duties will include:

• Supporting front and middle office operations in the execution of FX hedging and liquidity strategies
• Ensuring trading activities align with company treasury principles and executing trades after training
• Monitoring portfolios, market data, and treasury operations
• Using analytical tools and data systems to improve financial decision-making
• Assisting with daily risk management, exposure updates, and system entries
• Preparing and delivering internal and external risk reports, ensuring compliance and accuracy
• Participating in treasury enhancement projects and representing the team in meetings
• Keeping up to date with market developments and peer benchmarking

About the Successful Applicant

You will hold a degree in a finance, economics or data-related field and possess strong analytical skills with a keen eye for detail. You’ll be comfortable working under pressure, have excellent communication abilities, and enjoy working collaboratively in an international environment. Experience in treasury, financial risk, or data analytics—along with proficiency in Excel or Python—is highly desirable.

What You Will Receive in Return

You’ll join an organisation that values personal growth, offering a collaborative, multicultural work environment with the chance to enhance your professional expertise. With access to ongoing training and project involvement, you’ll be well-placed to develop your career in financial risk. A competitive benefits package and hybrid working support work-life balance.