Market Risk Analyst

UBS; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

UBS in New York seeks an experienced market risk professional to analyze risk across Americas FX, rates and credit portfolios. You will challenge decisions and provide independent risk analysis to senior stakeholders.

Role focuses on risk assessment, transparency, and maintaining strong controls while collaborating with the business and 2nd line of defense on regulatory developments and product innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in a quantitative discipline.
• Strong Python, SQL, and data handling skills.
• Experience in market risk control and financial data analysis.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze Americas FX, Rates & Credit risks daily to identify, assess and control market risk exposures across portfolios.
• Create transparency for stakeholders through preparation and provision of meaningful risk information and advice.
• Undertake portfolio analyses of market risks, perform risk assessments and approve transactions within delegated authority.
• Work with the business as 2nd line of defense to identify and elevate issues.
• Enhance risk control framework and participate in projects for product innovation and regulatory changes.
• Review the appropriateness of limits frameworks and related controls.
• Maintain a climate of openness, transparency and accountability in the team.

Skills

Python

Power BI

SQL

Advanced Excel

Statistics

Communication skills

Team collaboration

AI curiosity

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in a quantitative field

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Excel

Python

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Are you an experienced market risk professional who enjoys financial analysis in a transaction-oriented environment? Are you motivated to take responsibility in a decision-making role and provide independent challenge across a broad portfolio? Are you a solution-oriented individual who can communicate clearly with senior stakeholders?

Are you an experienced market risk professional who enjoys financial analysis in a transaction-oriented environment? Are you motivated to take responsibility in a decision-making role and provide independent challenge across a broad portfolio? Are you a solution-oriented individual who can communicate clearly with senior stakeholders?

• review and analyze Americas FX, Rates & Credit risks daily to identify, assess and control market risk exposures across foreign exchange, rates and credit portfolios
• create transparency for stakeholders through the preparation and provision of meaningful and timely risk information and relevant advice
• undertake portfolio analyses of the market risks, perform risk assessments and approve transactions within the delegated market risk authority and in accordance with internal policies and regulations
• work alongside the business, as the 2nd line of defense, to independently identify and elevate issues and concerns
• enhance the risk control framework and participating in corresponding projects in order to accommodate product innovation and regulatory developments
• review the appropriateness of limits frameworks and related controls
• maintain a climate of openness, transparency and accountability in our team

Job Type

Full Time

Job Reference #

342953BR

City

New York

The team

The Americas FRC Market Risk Team is within the Market Risk Control team, based on the trading floor in New York. Our Team’s primary responsibilities are to identify, monitor and control market risk in foreign exchange, rates and credit trading portfolios in the Americas. Our team aims to achieve an appropriate balance between risk and return while minimizing potential risk concentrations to ensure that the risk-taking is in line with UBS strategic priorities and values. Our team provides an independent and comprehensive view of market risks to Management.

Your Skills And Experience

• ideally 2-5 years of relevant experience in Investment Banking (IB) or IB-aligned control functions, including Market Risk Control, Model Risk Management, Valuation Control, Financial Control, Quantitative Analysis, and other risk control related functions. Additional experience in financial markets or front-office market-related roles is also desirable
• preferably holds a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative discipline, including but not limited to Financial Mathematics, Quantitative Finance, Finance, Statistics, Data Science, Econometrics, Computer Science, or a related field
• familiarity with Python and experience working with large and complex datasets, data visualization- and database tools such as Power BI, SQL, and advanced Excel is highly desirable
• strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to apply data-driven and statistical techniques to solve practical business and risk management problems
• knowledge of machine learning, artificial intelligence, and modern data analytics techniques is a plus
• experience in markets-related roles, preferably with exposure to market risk management of structured credit products, quantitative research, trading analytics, or other relevant financial markets activities
• strong interest in and understanding of credit products, including market structure, trading strategies, client flows, and risk drivers
• excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across business lines and functional teams
• You’re 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.

Salary information

• United States - New York - New York min USD 100000 - max USD 140000 /annum

The expected salary for this role will be determined by relevant factors which may include but are not limited to, role-required experience, qualifications, education, location and skill level. UBS offers a range of competitive benefits and for further information, please visit ubs.com/employee-benefits. We may, at our sole discretion, provide additional variable compensation or awards.

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.

Contact Details

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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.