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Risk Analyst

Capula

London

On-site

GBP 35,000 - 65,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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An established industry player is seeking a motivated Risk Analyst to join their dynamic risk management team. This role offers a unique opportunity for recent graduates or those with 1-2 years of experience to dive into hedge fund risk management. You will work with a talented team, utilizing Python and SQL to conduct risk modeling and performance analytics. The position promises exposure to a variety of challenges and the chance to develop expertise in trading strategies across diverse financial markets. Join this innovative firm and take your career to the next level in a supportive environment that values professional growth.

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

25 days' paid annual leave

Excellent staff development and training opportunities

Free breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Medical insurance

0-2 years experience in risk, trading, or quantitative analysis.
Strong proficiency in Python and SQL, with analytical skills.

Develop risk models and perform analytics for trading strategies.
Collaborate with the risk team on market risks and reporting.

Python

SQL

MATLAB

Analytical Skills

Problem-solving Skills

Communication Skills

Bachelor in a quantitative field

Master in a quantitative field

PhD in a quantitative field

Capula is looking to hire a Risk Analyst to join our risk management team. The risk engineering function is responsible for risk modelling, performance analytics, risk reporting, controls and related infrastructure. We are largely a python & SQL team, with a range of BAU and "build-the-fund" project work, covering everything from core infrastructure to deep dive technical analyses across the products and markets that the firm trades. We work in conjunction with the wider risk team on the trading floor. The successful candidate will develop significant expertise in the products, trading strategies and associated market risks across fixed income, equities and global macro businesses.

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or an individual with 1-2 years experience in risk, trading or quantitative analysis to gain exposure to hedge fund risk management.

Requirements

0 - 2 years experience
Bachelors, Masters, or PhD in a quantitative field such as Physics or Mathematics
Excellent verbal and written communication
Strong proficiency in Python, SQL, R or MATLAB.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Demonstrable experience designing and implementing research projects
Knowledge of traded financial instruments and key risk measures an advantage

Benefits

Capula is committed to helping all employees flourish in their roles by supporting your professional development and offering exposure to challenges that you may not encounter in a larger organisation.

We will provide: