Trading Risk Analyst

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JOB DESCRIPTION

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One of the world’s largest online brokers offering CFDs and other derivatives on forex, indices, cryptocurrencies, commodities, and synthetics to millions of registered users across the globe, are working with GRS to recruit a Trading Risk Analyst for their Limassol operation. The successful candidate previous experience with statistical analysis. If you feel you have the necessary skills and industry experience, then we look forward to receiving your CV for this rewarding Limassol Trading Risk Analyst opportunity.
 
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Work closely with several functional teams such as FO Quants & Structuring, Model Validation, Compliance, Marketing, Customer Support, etc.
  • You will also get involved in the setup and continuous improvement of the risk management system and tools.
  • You will need to play an active governance role in the existing risk framework, policies, and procedures.
  • You should stay on top of the changes in the global environment and the emergence of new risks and propose changes to the trading frameworks, risk frameworks, policies, and procedures whenever necessary.
  • You will also work closely with the Quants and Model Validation team on developing new products and incorporating new risk measures in the existing framework whenever needed.
  • Take full ownership of monitoring day-to-day business and market while deeply understanding the trading behaviors.
  • Stay on top of what is happening in the global environment and actively identify potential opportunities and threats and propose needed changes to benefit from the opportunities or to mitigate any risks
  • Perform ongoing scenario analysis to access various risks and propose plans to mitigate and manage risks.
  • Work closely with the Compliance team and propose needed changes to the risk policies and procedures to address any new regulatory changes.
  • Work closely with the FO Quants and Model Validation team and provide new risk measures on any new risk that arises from the launching of new products or changes in existing products.
  • Stay abreast of current business and industry trends and the development of new products.
 
CANDIDATE PROFILE
  • University degree (preferably in a quantitative field such as finance, mathematics, or statistics) or equivalent in working experience.
  • Experience with SQL or Big Query.
  • Experience with statistical analysis language such as R, Python, or MATLAB.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to transform data into insightful information.
  • Good attention to detail.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and multi-task.
  • Deep-rooted team player attitude.
                                                  
Due to the high volume of applications, we receive at GRS Recruitment, only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.
 
To apply for this position, please email your CV to Ross Pitman, ross@grsrecruitment.com quoting the above job reference or call +357 25 342 720 for further information.

 

Job Summary
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    29 May 2023
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    Permanent
  • 4806
  • Ross@grsrecruitment.com