Markets Risk Analyst — Credit & Policy Insights

Federal Reserve Bank of New York; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

The Federal Reserve Bank of Boston is hiring a Markets Specialist in Credit Risk Management. The role focuses on developing analyses to assess legal, financial, systemic, and reputational risks, and communicating findings to senior leaders.

You will contribute to policy initiatives and manage projects across the CRM unit. Ideal candidates bring a Master’s in Finance/Economics or a JD and 6+ years of supervisory or credit risk experience, with strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Economics or related discipline and/or a Juris Doctor degree, plus 6 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of financial statements and ratio analysis.
• Financial supervisory or legal experience or knowledge of payment systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform analyses to assess legal, financial/safety and soundness risks and communicate outcomes to senior leaders.
• Develop advanced understanding of CRM policies, credit, liquidity and legal risk issues and brief others.
• Lead or participate in high‑level projects and cross‑unit initiatives; interact with internal and System-level colleagues.

Skills

Critical thinking

Oral/written communication

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Team oriented

Education

Master's degree in Finance/Economics or related

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

The Federal Reserve Bank of Boston is hiring a Markets Specialist in Credit Risk Management. The role focuses on developing analyses to assess legal, financial, systemic, and reputational risks, and communicating findings to senior leaders.

You will contribute to policy initiatives and manage projects across the CRM unit. Ideal candidates bring a Master’s in Finance/Economics or a JD and 6+ years of supervisory or credit risk experience, with strong communication skills and attention to detail.