Role & Responsibilities
As a Senior Consultant within the Financial Risk Management (“FRM”) Team your role involves developing and implementing risk solutions for financial institutions clients with a focus on market risk.
Projects and Team Related
Execute multiple FRM projects and ensure all engagements are planned and delivered within budget and on time
Remain current on new developments in Risk advisory services capabilities and financial industry knowledge.
The Individual
Thorough understanding of Market Risk
Experience in Quantitative Analytics, Market Risk Models including VaR, FRTB, IRRBB, CVA
Good understanding of Spot and Derivative markets operations for equities, interest rate, credit, commodities and foreign exchange products; Risk management (hedging strategies) and valuation aspects of the same
Prior experience in Financial Modeling and experience with risk models development and validation
Good understanding of local and international regulatory requirements including Basel and CBUAE guidelines
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication skills with client facing experience.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects at a time
Demonstrate integrity, values, principles, and work ethic and lead by example
Qualifications
As a minimum a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field including Finance, Financial Engineering, Economics, Applied Mathematics or similar.
4+ years of strong financial risk management /Quantitative analysis experience within a financial institutions or Consultancy/big 4 firms
Professional certification in FRM, PRM, CFA is recommended but not mandatory
Aptitude for quantitative analysis and strong numerical skills with evidence of advanced financial modeling skills
Experience in analytical and risk management tools/systems (e.g. Python, R, SAS, MATLAB, Calypso, Murex, etc.)
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
A professional work environment full of challenges and development opportunities
A competitive salary and benefits package
Ongoing training and coaching to develop new skills and progress your career