Job Description
Join Nexus Financial Group, a leading European investment bank, as our Senior Financial Risk Analyst. You'll be pivotal in safeguarding our £1.2 trillion asset portfolio by identifying market vulnerabilities and implementing robust mitigation strategies. This role offers unparalleled exposure to global financial markets while working with cutting-edge risk analytics platforms. Our dynamic team champions innovation, and you'll have direct impact on shaping our risk management framework in an era of unprecedented market volatility.
We provide comprehensive benefits including performance-based bonuses, flexible working arrangements, and continuous professional development through our partnership with CFA Institute.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain sophisticated quantitative models for credit, market, and operational risk assessment
- Conduct stress testing scenarios and scenario analysis to evaluate portfolio resilience under extreme conditions
- Produce executive-level risk reports with actionable insights for senior management and board committees
- Collaborate with trading desks to structure risk-mitigating derivatives and hedging strategies
- Ensure compliance with Basel III/IV, FCA, and PRA regulatory frameworks
- Mentor junior analysts and drive continuous improvement in risk methodologies
- Lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance risk data governance and analytics infrastructure
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or quantitative discipline from a top-tier institution
- 5+ years of experience in financial risk analysis within investment banking or asset management
- Advanced proficiency in Python/R, SQL, and risk platforms like SAS or Algo
- CFA charterholder or FRM certification preferred
- Demonstrated expertise in derivatives pricing and counterparty risk modeling
- Strong understanding of IFRS 9 and expected credit loss (ECL) frameworks
- Exceptional analytical skills with ability to translate complex data into strategic recommendations
- Proven track record of presenting to C-suite regulators and audit committees