Market Risk Analyst, Middle Office & Analytics

aramco; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramco in Houston seeks a Middle Office Market Risk Analyst to monitor daily trading activity, generate risk reports and alerts, and strengthen risk controls. You will assess market risks for global and regional activities, perform VaR analysis, and contribute to risk model development with senior analysts.

The role emphasizes collaboration with traders, IT, and risk teams, with a focus on data integrity, scenario testing, and risk mitigation strategies in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, mathematics, engineering or related field.
• Proficiency in Excel and analytical tools.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Problem-solving under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily risk control processes and risk reports in collaboration with traders, operators and IT.
• Validate positions and reconcile data discrepancies to ensure data integrity.
• Monitor daily price exposure, mark-to-market and P&L for the book.
• Coordinate with risk management to align with regulatory mandates and internal protocols.
• Contribute to the development and upkeep of market risk models and tools.

Skills

Numerical analysis

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, mathematics, engineering or related field

Tools

Excel

Python

R

MATLAB

Job description

Aramco in Houston seeks a Middle Office Market Risk Analyst to monitor daily trading activity, generate risk reports and alerts, and strengthen risk controls. You will assess market risks for global and regional activities, perform VaR analysis, and contribute to risk model development with senior analysts.

The role emphasizes collaboration with traders, IT, and risk teams, with a focus on data integrity, scenario testing, and risk mitigation strategies in a fast-paced environment.