JOB DESCRIPTION
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 RiskExperience in Quantitative Analytics, Market Risk Models including VaR, FRTB, IRRBB, CVAGood 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 samePrior experience in Financial Modeling and experience with risk models development and validationGood understanding of local and international regulatory requirements including Basel and CBUAE guidelinesStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong communication skills with client facing experience.Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects at a timeDemonstrate integrity, values, principles, and work ethic and lead by exampleQualifications
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 firmsProfessional certification in FRM, PRM, CFA is recommended but not mandatoryAptitude for quantitative analysis and strong numerical skills with evidence of advanced financial modeling skillsExperience in analytical and risk management tools / systems ( Python, R, SAS, MATLAB, Calypso, Murex, etc.)WHAT WE OFFER YO
A professional work environment full of challenges and development opportunitiesA competitive salary and benefits packageOngoing training and coaching to develop new skills and progress your career