Quantitative Risk Analyst

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Croatia.

📋 Description

• Actively monitor and assess risk metrics across all product sectors.

• Deliver consistent reporting on key risk indicators (KRIs) and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

• Collaborate on project management and the establishment of new processes related to risk.

• Define requirements for future IT advancements, automation, and enhancements in controls.

• Incorporate risk considerations into business decisions alongside relationship managers, trade desk, business operations, and compliance teams.

• Play a role in educating teams about risk management practices.

• Design, implement, document, and uphold risk models, including margin/leverage models, VaR, stress testing, and scenario analysis.

• Examine and interpret large datasets to uncover trends, correlations, and risk exposures.

• Validate existing models and conduct back-testing.

• Perform ad hoc analysis for risk events, client inquiries, and emerging market conditions.

• Execute counterparty-side credit risk analysis and formulate a credit risk framework.

• Keep abreast of industry trends and practices, particularly concerning margin requirements and models.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Quantitative Finance, Financial Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Computer Science, Economics, or a related discipline.

• At least 1-3 years of experience in quantitative risk analysis or similar roles within the financial services sector.

• Proficiency in coding with Python, Matlab, R, or comparable languages.

• Solid understanding of statistical methods, VaR, time series analysis, and stress testing techniques.

• Familiarity with financial products such as derivatives, fixed income, and equities.

• Experience with risk management systems and data platforms like Bloomberg, RiskMetrics, SAS, or SQL.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Keen attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary reflecting your experience and the value you contribute.

• Flexibility that accommodates your lifestyle — work from home, in our office, or a blend of both. You choose what suits you best.

• Tailored benefits package — select options that meet your needs rather than a generic bundle.

• A genuinely supportive workplace — an informal, collaborative environment where your ideas are valued and bureaucracy is minimized.

• Ongoing learning opportunities — continuous training, educational programs, and support for deepening your expertise in a dynamic industry.

• Opportunities for connection beyond your desk — events designed to unite our teams for networking and celebration.

• Global exposure — collaborate with talented colleagues from around the world within a business serving clients in over 100 countries.