My client, a leading regional financial institution, is seeking a Senior Quant Risk Analyst with deep experience in Risk Analytics to join their expanding team in Hong Kong. The team is responsible for providing Governance and Risk guidelines on new product/service launch, methodology changes and model reviews. Reporting to the Head of Quantitative Risk Management, you will be responsible for the following:
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain risk analytical models, particularly VaR/ES Models, to measure and monitor risks across the
organisation.
- Analyse and interpret market data to identify trends and potential risks
- Collaborate closely with IT/Quant Development, Risk Management and Business Analysis teams, as well as other stakeholders, to
provide risk-related insights on Derivative positions.
- Work hand-in-hand with the overall Risk department to ensure alignment of risk metrics and methodologies across the
organisation
- Analyse portfolio risk metrics and conduct stress testing to assess the impact of potential market scenarios on the portfolio,
providing regular reports to senior management
- Ensure that the team is regularly producing high-quality documentation in line with organisational standards.
Requirements
- Highly analytical and detail-oriented with a Masters/PhD degree in a Quantitative field (Physics, Mathematics, Financial
Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Statistics, etc.)
- Minimum 8 years of experience in financial markets, with hands-on expertise in Derivatives Pricing and Risk modelling.
- Solid Market and/or Liquidity Risk Management experience from a reputable financial institution.
- In-depth understanding of financial and investment products, related risk factors, and trading dynamics
- CPF, CFA, FRM, etc. qualifications are preferred, with excellent Python skills and experience
- Solid communication skills, with the ability to effectively explain complex concepts and manage diverse stakeholder relationships.
- Fluency in English, with Cantonese and Mandarin being a great benefit