Market Risk Analyst

Pepperstone; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Pepperstone as a Market Risk Analyst to proactively manage and monitor market risk across various asset classes. You will work collaboratively with different teams and contribute to the enhancement of trading operations, while utilizing your financial expertise in a transformative global fintech environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary structure including company bonus scheme

Annual remuneration review

Flexible and hybrid working options

Ongoing personal development & learning opportunities

25 days of paid vacation annually

Employee Assistance Program & Wellbeing

Comprehensive medical group insurance

Qualifications

• Solid market risk and trading experience within a reputable FX/CFDs Broker.
• Exceptional understanding of market risk management processes.
• Ability to clearly articulate data-driven business insights.

Responsibilities

• Proactively monitor market risk exposure across asset classes.
• Minimise group market risk through trading of financial instruments.
• Liaise with prime brokers and liquidity providers.

Skills

Market risk management

Trading experience

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Relevant certifications in Business or Finance

Tools

Trading platforms

Dealing systems

Job description

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The Pepperstone story started in 2010. We know what it's like to trade the world's markets. Our team describes us as a place for the curious and the driven, and we like to do things a little differently; as a transformative global fintech, we're digital, nimble, connected, and united in our vision to create a better way to trade.

We thrive on progress - for our clients and for ourselves. Our organisational culture is ever-evolving, vibrant, diverse, global, and results-focused. You'll find our 550+ team currently across 11 locations and 9 time zones.

The Role

The Market Risk Analyst role exists to ensure Pepperstone's market risk is monitored and controlled to the best of our ability.

Based on a solid understanding and knowledge of financial markets and the CFD industry, the Market Risk Analyst has discretion within agreed boundaries, ensuring Pepperstone remains agile and responsive in the face of rapidly changing market conditions.

As our Market Risk Analyst, your key responsibilities will include:

• Proactively monitor market risk exposure across asset classes to ensure we maintain value at risk and exposure limits
• Actively minimise group market risk through the trading of financial instruments and escalate as required
• Proactively analyse flow across several asset classes and ensure that flow is monetised effectively
• Engage and contribute to ongoing Market Risk and Trading Operations projects relating to electronic trading infrastructure
• Liaise with prime brokers and liquidity providers to maintain and enhance operations as required
• Execute and manage the continuous rolling of spot FX and metals positions past settlement dates with the prime broker
• Support the efficient operations of our client trading environments, technical performance of the liquidity providers and trading infrastructure
• Prepare reports/analysis as required by your immediate manager and/or senior management
• Effectively consult and communicate with internal and external stakeholders such as Operations, Customer Services, Sales, Marketing, and Compliance
• Provide input to trading product roadmaps for the Pepperstone group
• Work collaboratively with others across multiple channels and teams to foster a collaborative culture and help mentor and support team members
• Support internal Enterprise Risk & Compliance teams as appropriate
• Ensure compliance with key regulatory obligations
• Work across time zones, flexibly as required

About you

• Solid market risk and trading experience within a reputable FX/CFDs Broker
• Relevant certifications in Business or Finance
• Exceptional understanding of market risk management processes and dealing systems
• Exceptional understanding of maintaining, monitoring, and administering trading platforms, trading infrastructure, and bridge technologies
• Highly numerate, with the ability to clearly articulate data-driven business insights
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to translate complex trading language and concepts into plain English
• Ability to adapt to ongoing change in a fast-paced and, at times, demanding environment
• Ability to highlight market risk issues accurately and in a timely manner
• Ability to meet deadlines, make independent decisions, and utilise sound judgement
• Ability to role model Pepperstone's values
• Ability to work across other time zones as required
• Demonstrated commitment to quality and continuous improvement

Why you will enjoy working with us

• Competitive salary structure including company bonus scheme
• Annual remuneration review
• Employee referral bonuses for referring top talent to the company
• Genuinely collaborative and friendly culture
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Remote working option - work from anywhere for up to 6 weeks per year
• Ongoing personal development & learning opportunities
• 3 paid volunteering days per year & Workplace Giving Program
• 10 days of Company paid sick leave annually
• 25 days of paid vacation annually
• Employee monthly & quarterly recognition programs for outstanding performance and achievements
• Frequent events and celebrations
• Pension fund
• Employee Assistance Program & Wellbeing
• Comprehensive medical group insurance & gym discount for those who choose to enroll in medical insurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
  

More About Pepperstone

We're a regulated online Forex and CFD trading platform. With the scale of a global fintech and the agility of a start-up, we arm our clients with everything they need to take on the global markets with confidence. You will be part of a wider passionate and friendly team, and whilst things may not always go to plan, we learn quickly and move forward with impact. To learn even more visit Pepperstonecareers and www.linkedin.com/company/pepperstone/

We understand it's important to do due diligence on a prospective employer, see what our team are saying on Glassdoor. We respect our team members' experiences and will never pay to remove a negative review.

Pepperstone is an equal opportunity employer. We are passionate about building a diverse workplace and strongly encourage applications from any background.

"We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we respond to every applicant".

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Note to external agencies: While we appreciate the efforts of external recruitment agencies, we prefer to engage directly with applicants for this opportunity.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Sales

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