Market Risk Analyst

📈 Market Risk Analyst🔍 Role DescriptionWe are looking for a highly analytical, detail-oriented, and risk-focused Market Risk Analyst to support the identification, measurement, monitoring, and management of market-related financial risks. 📊 In this role, you will analyze market movements and assess how changes in interest rates, foreign exchange rates, equity prices, commodities, and other financial factors may impact business and portfolio performance.You will monitor risk exposures, review market risk indicators, prepare regular risk reports, and support the analysis of potential financial impacts under different market conditions. 📉 You will work closely with risk management, treasury, finance, trading, investment, and other relevant teams to communicate risk insights and support informed decision-making.You will also assist with stress testing, scenario analysis, limit monitoring, risk reporting, and investigation of unusual market movements or exposure changes. 🧠 Maintaining accurate data, applying appropriate analytical methods, and ensuring risk information is clearly communicated will be key responsibilities.The ideal candidate should demonstrate strong quantitative thinking, financial awareness, attention to detail, and a structured approach to problem-solving. 🤝 A strong interest in financial markets and the ability to translate complex data into clear and actionable insights are essential.🎯 Qualifications🎓 Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Risk Management, Accounting, or a related field.📊 Strong understanding of financial markets, market risk concepts, and risk measurement principles.🧠 Strong quantitative, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.📈 Knowledge of interest rates, foreign exchange, equities, commodities, and other market risk factors.💻 Strong proficiency with Excel and familiarity with financial analytics, risk management, or reporting tools.📉 Understanding of Value at Risk (VaR), stress testing, scenario analysis, sensitivity analysis, and risk limits is an advantage.🔎 Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify unusual trends, exposures, and data inconsistencies.📝 Ability to prepare clear, accurate, and timely risk reports and presentations.🤝 Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.⚡ Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and analytical quality.💡 Strong ethical mindset, curiosity, and willingness to continuously develop knowledge of financial markets and risk management.