Front-Office Risk Leader: Markets & Modeling

ICE Clear Europe Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ICE Clear Europe Limited's Clearing Risk Department is seeking a front office risk manager to oversee risk management practices in a dynamic environment. The successful candidate will manage risk on a daily basis, drive improvements, and contribute to new risk initiatives.

Applicants should hold a Master’s Degree in Mathematical Finance and possess strong problem-solving skills as well as demonstrable risk management experience, preferably in investment banking or clearing houses.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Mathematical Finance or equivalent degree.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills with the ability to balance trade-offs.
• Demonstrable experience in relevant risk management roles.
• Strong knowledge in financial derivatives products.
• Proven ability to apply risk management models and techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify areas for improvement in risk management processes.
• Design and implement enhancements to risk models and infrastructure.
• Communicate frequently with clearing members and senior management.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Monitor model performance tests.
• Conduct mathematical/statistical analysis for risk models.
• Document risk policies for governance bodies.
• Run thematic or ad-hoc market research.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Master's Degree in Mathematical Finance or equivalent

Tools

SQL

Python

Job description

ICE Clear Europe Limited's Clearing Risk Department is seeking a front office risk manager to oversee risk management practices in a dynamic environment. The successful candidate will manage risk on a daily basis, drive improvements, and contribute to new risk initiatives.

Applicants should hold a Master’s Degree in Mathematical Finance and possess strong problem-solving skills as well as demonstrable risk management experience, preferably in investment banking or clearing houses.