Job Description
Join our dynamic risk management team at Apex Financial Group, a leading investment bank in London's iconic Canary Wharf. We seek a highly analytical Senior Financial Risk Analyst to model, assess, and mitigate complex financial risks across global markets. This role offers unparalleled exposure to cutting-edge risk frameworks and strategic decision-making at the executive level.
As a key contributor to our Risk Division, you'll collaborate with senior stakeholders to develop robust risk models, ensure regulatory compliance (FCA/PRA), and drive data-driven strategies that protect our £50B+ portfolio. You'll receive comprehensive training in our proprietary risk analytics platform and mentorship from industry veterans.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement advanced quantitative models to assess credit, market, and operational risks
- Generate comprehensive risk reports and dashboards for executive board presentations
- Lead stress testing scenarios and capital adequacy calculations under Basel III/IV frameworks
- Partner with trading desks to develop real-time risk monitoring solutions
- Conduct forensic analysis of risk events and recommend mitigation strategies
- Mentor junior analysts and drive continuous improvement in risk methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or related quantitative field
- 5+ years in financial risk analysis at Tier 1 investment banks or consultancies
- Advanced proficiency in Python/R and SQL with portfolio modeling experience
- Deep understanding of IFRS 9, Basel III/IV, and FCA regulatory requirements
- Certification in FRM or PRM preferred
- Exceptional presentation skills with ability to articulate complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders