Risk Analyst

Description:

Hiring: Risk Analyst
Location: Toronto, ON

Must-Have Skills:
1–3 years of experience in Capital Markets, Collateral Management, or Risk Management.
Strong understanding of financial markets, OTC derivatives, or securities financing products.
Knowledge of Collateral Management and Counterparty Credit Risk.
Familiarity with margining concepts, including Initial Margin (IM) and Variation Margin (VM).
Understanding of valuation drivers and financial risk frameworks.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Experience working with large datasets and performing financial data analysis.
Ability to investigate valuation discrepancies, perform root cause analysis, and resolve risk-related issues.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and stakeholder management abilities.

Nice to Have:
Experience with Python or other programming languages.
Knowledge of the SIMM framework.
Familiarity with Initial Margin and regulatory margin requirements.
CFA or FRM certification, or progress toward a professional risk/finance designation.
Experience working within a large financial institution (Banking or Financial Services).

Important:
Candidates must have relevant experience in Capital Markets, Collateral Management, or Risk Management. Strong knowledge of derivatives, counterparty credit risk, and margining concepts is important.