Risk Control Specialist

UBS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

UBS in London is seeking a Market Risk professional focused on Credit portfolios to join the EMEA Credit Market Risk team. You will review daily trading activity, discuss risk drivers with traders and stakeholders, and contribute to risk transparency.

The role involves collaborating across Trading, Risk Control, Finance, Quants and Operations to maintain an independent view of market risk for Credit Flow, Debt Capital Management, Structured Credit and Structured Finance.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or higher in a quantitative discipline or equivalent.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Clear communication of complex topics to varied audiences.
• Experience interpreting risk across Credit and/or Rates.

Responsibilities

• Review daily trading activity and portfolio risks across Credit portfolios.
• Discuss and challenge transactions and risk drivers with Trading and Risk colleagues.
• Create transparency for stakeholders through meaningful risk information and advice.
• Participate in Credit-wide projects and broader Market Risk initiatives.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Time management

Leadership

Fluent English

Education

University degree in mathematics / economics / finance

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Are you interested in furthering your career in Market Risk, with a focus on Credit portfolios and the evolving risks across Credit Solutions desks? Do you enjoy discussing transactions and their risk management with traders?

Job Type

Full Time

Job Reference #

342221BR

City

London

Key Responsibilities

Are you interested in furthering your career in Market Risk, with a focus on Credit portfolios and the evolving risks across Credit Solutions desks? Do you enjoy discussing transactions and their risk management with traders?

• review daily trading activity and portfolio risks across Credit portfolios, with a particular focus on the Credit Solutions desks
• discuss and challenge complex transactions, portfolio changes and risk drivers with Trading, Market Risk colleagues and senior stakeholders
• create transparency for stakeholders through the preparation and provision of meaningful and timely risk information and relevant advice
• participate in wider projects and initiatives in Credit as well as the wider FRC (FX, Rates & Credit) Market Risk team.

The team

You will be a member of the EMEA Credit Market Risk team, based in London. Together with colleagues in APAC and the US, the team oversees all Credit-related trading portfolios covering Credit Flow, Debt Capital Management, Structured Credit and Structured Finance and provides an independent and comprehensive view of market risks to Senior Management. In your role, you will work with colleagues across Trading, Risk Control, Finance, Quants, Business Management and Operations to keep the bank safe.

Your Skills And Experience

• a University degree in mathematics, economics, finance, or another quantitative discipline, with proven experience in Market Risk across Credit and/or Rates and a strong risk management track record
• excellent technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to apply quantitative techniques to practical business challenges
• able to communicate complex or technical topics clearly, intuitively, and effectively to a range of stakeholders
• highly numerate, with excellent attention to detail and a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes
• collaborative and comfortable working in a global environment, building effective relationships across teams and functions
• self-motivated and accountable, with the ability to take ownership, manage priorities, and deliver against deadlines
• experience leading, coaching, and motivating diverse teams, supporting individual development and fostering an inclusive culture
• fluent in English, with excellent verbal and written communication skills, and motivated by intellectual and analytical challenges
• curious to explore how AI can improve how we build, deliver, and optimize workflows. You do this with sound judgment, validating outputs and aligning with policies, risk standards, and ethical use.

About Us

UBS is a leading and truly global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland. We also provide diversified asset management solutions and focused investment banking capabilities. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, UBS is present in more than 50 markets around the globe.

We know that great work is never done alone. That's why we place collaboration at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we're more than ourselves. Want to find out more? Visit ubs.com/careers.

Join us

At UBS, we know that it's our people, with their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds, who drive our ongoing success. We're dedicated to our craft and passionate about putting our people first, with new challenges, a supportive team, opportunities to grow and flexible working options when possible. Our inclusive culture brings out the best in our employees, wherever they are on their career journey. And we use artificial intelligence (AI) to work smarter and more efficiently. We also recognize that great work is never done alone. That's why collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we're more than ourselves.

We're committed to disability inclusion and if you need reasonable accommodation/adjustments throughout our recruitment process, you can always contact us.

Disclaimer / Policy statements

UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.