Risk Analyst III

Robertson & Company Ltd.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Robertson is seeking a skilled Risk Analyst III to join our client in support of an existing vacancy in New York. This risk-focused role sits in a hybrid environment with a 6-month contract and a pay rate of $46 per hour.

The candidate will analyze market risk, validate results, and develop robust risk measurement techniques across structured credit products, including non-agency MBS. Strong analytical skills and relevant certifications are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance required.
• 2-4 years of experience in market risk management preferred.
• Experience with non agency MBS, structured credit products, or securitized assets is a plus.
• Knowledge of market risk assessment frameworks and risk management practices.
• Experience with risk modeling tools and methodologies.
• CFA or FRM designation and Python programming are desirable.

Responsibilities

• On-board valuation models and data sources for Jumbo Whole loans and securitization of non-agency MBS.
• Validate risk results and enhance risk factor coverage and metrics generation.
• Maintain strong risk management culture with enterprise-aligned processes.
• Analyze daily market risk positions and provide insights and management-ready recommendations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain risk policies and processes to identify and mitigate exposures.
• Perform in-depth risk analysis on non-agency MBS and related products, including sensitivity analyses.
• Identify emerging risks and elevate material issues to governance forums.
• Support business partners with risk analysis and scenario testing across market environments.
• Contribute to enterprise-wide risk escalation, review, and assessment processes.
• Apply statistical methods and risk measurement methodologies to inform senior decisions.

Skills

Python

Risk modeling tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

CFA or FRM designation

Job description

Introduction

Our client is a top financial institution with significant North American holdings. They have operations across most major verticals, including institutional & corporate, wealth management, private clients, commercial banking, treasury, and retail banking.

Introduction: Robertson is seeking a skilled Risk Analyst III to join our client in support of an existing vacancy.

Contract Period: 6 months with potential to extend or convert

Pay Rate: Starting form $46 per hour

Location: New York, NY

Location Type: Hybrid

Business Hours: Monday-Friday, Core business hours

Job Responsibilities

• On-board valuation models and data sources for Jumbo Whole loans and securitization of non-agency MBS
• Validate risk results, enhance the risk factor coverage, risk metrics generation, stress scenarios definition
• Maintain a strong culture of risk management and control, supported by effective processes aligned with the enterprise risk appetite
• Analyze daily market risk positions through quantitative and qualitative risk assessments, validate accuracy of reporting, and provide high quality insights and recommendations and present findings to management
• Develop, implement, and maintain standards, policies, and processes to identify, measure, report, and mitigate market risk exposures
• Perform in depth risk analysis onnon agency MBS and related products, including exposure monitoring, sensitivity analysis, and performance drivers (e.g., spread risk, optionality, prepayment and credit dynamics)
• Proactively identify emerging risks, aggregate key exposures, and elevate material issues to appropriate governance forums
• Support business partners with risk analysis and reporting, including scenario analysis and stress testing across market environments
• Contribute to enterprise-wide risk escalation, review, approval, and assessment processes
• Apply a strong understanding of the firm's risk appetite, including statistical analysis and development of consistent risk measurement methodologies
• Continuously monitor and assess risk trends, concentrations, and vulnerabilities across portfolios
• Engage with stakeholders to enhance understanding of market risk, particularly as it relates to structured products and non agency MBS
• Assist in the maintenance and improvement of risk management policies
• Senior professional role requiring expert level knowledge in market risk management and structured credit products, with strong working knowledge of adjacent risk disciplines
• Integrates broader organizational context into risk advice, analysis, and solutions
• Demonstrates strong understanding of industry dynamics, competitive landscape, and key differentiators
• Applies best practices to drive continuous improvement in processes, tools, and methodologies Serves as a subject matter expert and resource to peers and stakeholders
• Leads moderately to highly complex projects or functional programs with significant risk and resource considerations
• Solves complex, multi variable problems requiring judgment, analysis, and stakeholder engagement
• Interprets policies, standards, and analytical outputs to inform senior level decision making
• Operates independently as a senior technical lead, guiding others and driving resolution of complex issues

Experience & Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance required
• 2-4 years of relevant experience in market risk management, financial risk
• Demonstrated experience with non agency MBS, structured credit products, or securitized assets strongly preferred
• Knowledge of Market Risk assessment and management frameworks
• Experience with risk modeling tools and methodologies
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• CFA or FRM designation
• Python

Robertson & the clients we represent, value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

Robertson & the clients we represent are equal opportunity employers, committed to diversity and inclusion. Robertson is a certified diverse supplier and actively seeks to foster a representative and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, Aboriginal status, or any other legally protected factors. We champion building a diverse and inclusive environment.