Job Description
Join Nexus Financial Group's prestigious Risk Management division as we revolutionize financial risk assessment in the digital age. As a Senior Financial Risk Analyst, you'll leverage cutting-edge technology to safeguard our £100B+ portfolio against market volatility, credit risks, and emerging threats. Our award-winning team operates from the iconic Canary Wharf headquarters, offering unparalleled career progression in one of Europe's most dynamic financial hubs.
We provide comprehensive benefits including private healthcare, annual performance bonuses up to 25% of base salary, and flexible hybrid working arrangements. Successful candidates will participate in our exclusive 'Risk Innovation Lab' where you'll develop proprietary risk modeling frameworks used across the group.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement advanced quantitative risk models for credit, market, and operational exposures
- Lead stress testing scenarios aligned with FCA and PRA regulatory requirements
- Collaborate with data science teams to integrate AI-driven risk analytics into legacy systems
- Present risk assessments to executive stakeholders through interactive dashboard visualizations
- Mentor junior analysts while developing departmental best practices frameworks
- Contribute to strategic initiatives including ESG risk integration and climate scenario analysis
Qualifications
- MSc/MA in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or related quantitative field
- 5+ years' experience in financial risk analysis within banking or capital markets
- Advanced proficiency in Python, R, or SAS with portfolio optimization experience
- FRM or PRM certification (partially qualified candidates considered)
- Demonstrated expertise in Basel III/IV regulatory frameworks
- Strong understanding of derivatives pricing and counterparty risk methodologies
- Experience with big data platforms (Hadoop, Spark) and cloud risk solutions