Risk Analyst

We are seeking highly motivated and talented people to join the Boerboel team. As a member of the team you will be working with passionate and curious colleagues who thrive on solving complex problems. Boerboel is an office-first firm. While we offer flexibility to our employees, remote work is not available at this time.

As a Junior Risk Analyst, you will play a crucial role in analyzing and managing risk in our trading strategies and contribute to the overall success of the firm. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background from a top university, proficiency in Python programming, and familiarity with risk analysis for options, fixed income securities, and Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs).

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of risk management processes and procedures.
• Perform quantitative analysis to assess and mitigate various types of risk, including market, credit, and operational risk, with a focus on options, fixed income securities, and ETFs.
• Monitor trading positions and exposures, identifying potential areas of risk and proposing appropriate actions.
• Utilize Python programming skills to develop tools and automate processes for risk monitoring and analysis.
• Collaborate with trading teams, developers, and other stakeholders to enhance risk models and methodologies.
• Generate regular risk reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in risk management and quantitative analysis.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree from a top university in a quantitative field such as Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, or Computer Science.
• Strong proficiency in Python programming with experience in data manipulation, analysis, and visualization libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, and Matplotlib/Seaborn.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and concisely.
• A passion for financial markets and a desire to learn and grow within the field of quantitative finance.
• Familiarity with risk analysis techniques specific to options, fixed income securities, and Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs).
• Proven ability to be a self-starter, take direction, and deliver results under time constraints.
  
  

Annual base salary range of $100,000 to $200,000. Pay (base and bonus) may vary depending on job-related skills and experience. A sign-on and discretionary performance bonus may be provided as part of the total compensation package, in addition to company-paid medical and/or other benefits.