Equities & Options Risk Manager (Quant Trading)

talisman; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Talisman is seeking a Risk Manager for its Equities arm in New York. The role focuses on developing and maintaining the risk framework, monitoring exposures across U.S. Equities and Equity Options, and driving risk controls with technology partners.

Ideal candidates bring 3–6 years in trading risk, strong Python and SQL skills, and the ability to communicate risk effectively with traders and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in trading risk, market risk, or similar function within electronic trading.
• Hands-on coverage of Equities and Equity Options is required.
• Excellent communication skills with traders and cross-functional partners.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Head of Risk to develop and enhance the risk framework.
• Monitor U.S. Equities and Equity Options risk exposures and emerging risks.
• Collaborate with trading, technology, and external partners to resolve risk issues.
• Improve risk systems, limits, and controls with tech teams.
• Perform quantitative risk analysis including stress testing and model validation.

Skills

Risk management

Equities & equity options

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in quantitative field

Tools

Python

SQL

Job description

Talisman is seeking a Risk Manager for its Equities arm in New York. The role focuses on developing and maintaining the risk framework, monitoring exposures across U.S. Equities and Equity Options, and driving risk controls with technology partners.

Ideal candidates bring 3–6 years in trading risk, strong Python and SQL skills, and the ability to communicate risk effectively with traders and stakeholders.