Senior Financial Risk Manager

Placements24; Queenstown; Ibrido; NZD 150.000 - 230.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Highly competitive salary and bonus

Comprehensive health, dental, and视ion”

Stock options or equity grants

Generous paid time off

Professional development

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 has partnered with a leading international financial services provider to appoint a Senior Financial Risk Manager for a fully remote role. You will oversee risk across markets, credit, operations and liquidity, shaping risk appetite and governance.

The ideal candidate holds a Masters or PhD in a quantitative field, 7+ years in financial risk management, and strong regulatory knowledge (Basel III/IV, IFRS 9, FRTB).

Competenze

• Master's degree or PhD in a quantitative field.
• 7+ years of progressive risk management experience in banking or financial services.
• Strong knowledge of Basel III/IV, IFRS 9, FRTB and risk methodologies.

Mansioni

• Develop and maintain comprehensive financial risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Assess market, credit, operational, and liquidity risks across business units and product lines.
• Design and execute risk models, stress tests, and scenario analyses to quantify potential financial exposures.
• Monitor KRIs and ensure adherence to the firm's risk appetite.
• Provide expert guidance on risk-related matters, including new product development and strategic initiatives.
• Prepare detailed risk reports and presentations for senior management, committees, and regulatory bodies.
• Stay abreast of evolving regulatory requirements and industry best practices in financial risk management.
• Collaborate with data analytics teams to leverage data for enhanced risk identification and measurement.
• Mentor junior risk professionals and contribute to capability development within the team.

Conoscenze

Financial risk management

Regulatory knowledge

Quantitative analysis

Stakeholder communication

Remote work

Formazione

Master's or PhD in Finance/ Economics/ Mathematics/ Statistics

Strumenti

Risk modeling software

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a leading international financial services provider, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Financial Risk Manager to join their dedicated risk management division. This is a pivotal role within a fully remote team, contributing to the strategic oversight and management of financial risks across the organization. You will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating a broad spectrum of financial risks, including market risk, credit risk, operational risk, and liquidity risk. This position demands a deep understanding of financial instruments, risk modeling techniques, regulatory frameworks, and robust analytical capabilities. You will collaborate closely with business lines, internal audit, and other control functions to embed a strong risk culture and ensure adherence to the firm's risk appetite. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, proactive problem-solver, and an excellent communicator, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic, remote-first environment, driving best practices in financial risk management. We are committed to fostering a culture of expertise and integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive financial risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Conduct in-depth analysis and assessment of market, credit, operational, and liquidity risks across various business units and product lines.
• Design and execute risk models, stress tests, and scenario analyses to quantify potential financial exposures.
• Monitor key risk indicators (KRIs) and ensure adherence to the firm's established risk appetite.
• Provide expert guidance and challenge to business lines on risk-related matters, including new product development and strategic initiatives.
• Prepare detailed risk reports and presentations for senior management, committees, and regulatory bodies.
• Stay abreast of evolving regulatory requirements and industry best practices in financial risk management.
• Collaborate with data analytics teams to leverage data for enhanced risk identification and measurement.
• Mentor junior risk professionals and contribute to the development of risk management capabilities within the team.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in financial risk management within the banking or financial services sector.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, complex financial instruments, and various risk management methodologies.
• Expertise in quantitative risk modeling, statistical analysis, and the use of risk management software.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant regulatory frameworks (e.g., Basel III/IV, IFRS 9, FRTB).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence effectively.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage complex projects in a remote setting.
• High level of integrity and ethical conduct.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Stock options or equity grants.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working arrangements.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• Access to cutting-edge risk management tools and technologies.
• Fully remote work environment fostering autonomy and work-life balance.
• Significant influence on risk strategy and policy development.
• Collaborative and high-performing global team.