Quantitative Financial Risk Officer Job Description
This is a unique opportunity for a quantitative professional to contribute directly to the core of our financial risk framework. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in developing, maintaining, and automating models and processes that underpin capital adequacy and risk measurement.
The primary responsibilities of this role include:
* Enhancing and maintaining financial risk quantification models, focusing on operationalization, calibration, and continuous improvement of processes for capital planning and exposure monitoring.
* Collaborating on implementing new capital and financial risk methodologies across the organization, ensuring they are sound, well-documented, and fit for purpose.
* Spearheading automation initiatives for risk quantification and reporting workflows, leveraging Python and SQL to build robust, efficient, and scalable solutions reducing operational risk.
* Performing in-depth financial risk analysis and managing complex data aggregation tasks to produce insightful reports and dashboards for senior management and key stakeholders.
* Designing and implementing rigorous data quality controls and reconciliation processes ensuring accuracy and reliability of data used in all risk calculations and reports.
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Requirements
To succeed in this role, you should have:
* An advanced university degree in a quantitative discipline such as Quantitative Finance, Mathematics, Data Science, Physics, Actuarial Science, or Engineering.
* A minimum of three years of hands-on professional experience within a financial risk management, quantitative analysis, or related function.
* Full professional fluency in English (both written and spoken).
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Key Skills and Qualifications
The following skills and qualifications are essential for this role:
* Expert-level proficiency in Python, SQL, and Microsoft Excel.
* Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) processes.
* A proactive and analytical problem-solver combining methodical approach with innovative thinking to overcome challenges.
* Exceptional organizational skills with proven ability to manage priorities and meet strict deadlines in a dynamic client-focused environment.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills comfortable liaising with both technical and non-technical colleagues.
* A collaborative spirit and genuine team-oriented mindset.
* Proficiency in another EU language would be considered a significant asset.
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About Us
We offer a dynamic and challenging work environment with opportunities for growth and development. If you are passionate about quantitative finance and want to make a real impact, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.