Junior Risk Analyst

Intercontinental Exchange Holdings, Inc.; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial sector is seeking a Junior Risk Analyst to join their dynamic risk team. The role offers exposure to various asset classes and involves key responsibilities in risk management, analysis, and communication. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a numerical discipline and a proactive mindset, along with knowledge of risk management models and financial derivatives.

Qualifications

• Degree in a numerical discipline required.
• Knowledge of risk management models preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and monitor market and collateral risks.
• Ensure adherence to risk management framework.
• Assist with internal and external communication.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Team Player

Research

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Degree in Business

Degree in Science

Degree in Economics

Degree in Engineering

Tools

SQL

Python

Job description

Job Description

Job Purpose

ICE Clear Europe’s Clearing Risk Department (“CRD”) is looking for a front office junior risk analyst. The successful candidate will form part of a dynamic risk team and be involved in overseeing and shaping the risk management practice at one of the largest futures and options clearing houses in the world. Junior Risk Analyst will be exposed to a wide range of asset classes and be challenged with complex risk problems. You will be responsible for carrying out all aspects of the day-to-day risk management duties and assist in developing and implementing enhancements to the risk management tools, models, and processes. You will also participate in the design and implementation of new risk initiatives and products that benefit the business.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and monitor market and collateral risks on real-time basis and appropriately escalate any risk concerns
• Ensure the risk management framework and risk policies are being adhered to and are consistent with regulatory and industry standards
• Assist with identifying areas where the risk models, risk management processes, or infrastructure can be improved.
• Enhance documentation of risk processes, procedures, and models
• Assist with internal and external communication including, inter alia, representatives from clearing members and ICE management
• Collaborate with a group of colleagues on key policy and methodology development
• Conduct project work and run thematic or ad-hoc market research on relevant risk topics

Knowledge and Experience

• Degree in Business, Science, Economics, Engineering, or a related numerical discipline
• Self-motivated, proactive, with an intuitive mindset, and good attention to detail
• Knowledge of risk management models and techniques such as Value at Risk, liquidity risk, backtesting and stress testing models is preferred
• Knowledge of financial derivative products such as fixed income, interest rates or commodity derivatives is an advantage
• Ability to be a team player and to collaborate with other teams
• Ability to conduct research, analyze problems, formulate and implement solutions in an efficient, effective, and independent manner
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with SQL and Python preferred