Our client is a top financial institution with significant North American holdings. They have operations across most major verticals, including institutional & corporate, wealth management, private clients, commercial banking, treasury, and retail banking.
Introduction:
Robertson is seeking a skilled Risk Analyst II Strong talent advisor to join our client in support of an existing vacancy.
Contract Period: 4 months with potential to extend or convert
Pay Rate: Starting form $36 per hour
Location: Toronto, ON
Location Type: Hybrid
Business Hours: Monday-Friday, Core business hours
Job Responsibilities:- Monitor and analyze collateral exposures across OTC derivatives and secured financing portfolios
- Investigate valuation discrepancies and margin disputes for variation margin and initial margin
- Track and manage disputes to timely resolution, ensuring appropriate documentation and audit trail
- Prepare daily, monthly, and ad hoc reports (e.g., exposure dashboards, policy monitoring, dispute reports)
- Act as key point of contact for internal stakeholders (Front Office, Credit Risk, Legal, Operations)
- Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve issues and improve processes
- Drive process enhancements to improve automation, accuracy, and control effectiveness
- Solid understanding of derivatives, repo/securities financing, and collateral management concepts
- Familiarity with valuation drivers, margin methodologies (e.g., SIMM), and risk frameworks
- Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret data and identify issues
Experience & Qualification Requirements:- Finance degree required
- 1-3 years of experience in capital markets, collateral management, or risk
- Strong understanding of financial markets, derivatives, or securities financing products
- Familiarity with margining concepts, valuation drivers, and counterparty credit risk
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with ability to engage effectively with cross-functional stakeholders
- Ability to investigate issues, perform root cause analysis, and provide clear, concise conclusions
- Proficiency in Excel
- Experience working with large datasets and performing data analysis
- Experience with Python or other coding languages is considered an asset
- Familiarity with SIMM framework, Initial Margin, or regulatory margin requirements is considered an asset
- CFA, FRM, or progress toward a professional risk/finance designation is an asset
How to Apply: If you are a motivated professional looking to contribute to a leading team, please submit your resume outlining your qualifications and experience relevant to this role. Robertson & the clients we represent, value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We invite all qualified individuals to apply.
Background screening is required as part of the onboarding process. The type of screening required (criminal, credit, or other verifications) will vary based on the position and client requirements.
We use AI technology as part of our application review process to assist with screening and assessment. All applications are also reviewed by our recruitment team.
