Job description
United Kingdom
Risk
Group Functions
Job Reference #
275052BR
City
London
Job Type
Full Time
Your role
Are you interested in the market risks arising from multi-asset products? Do you enjoy thinking through complex structures and asking tough questions? Do you work well in a team? If so, you may be interested in our open position; we are looking for someone to:
understand the market risks taken by the Dynamic Strategies, Certificates and Commodities businesses within Solutions
review daily trading and market activity and resulting risk profile and revenues
analyse complex derivative transactions, challenge them where required and present them to senior risk officers for approval
keep in touch with the trading desk every day to understand market and trading activity
keep management and other control functions informed of any evolving key risks
work with colleagues around the globe on projects such as developing new risk frameworks and change initiatives
use your understanding of markets, products and positions to comment on market and risk developments
understand the market risks taken by the Dynamic Strategies, Certificates and Commodities businesses within Solutions
review daily trading and market activity and resulting risk profile and revenues
analyse complex derivative transactions, challenge them where required and present them to senior risk officers for approval
keep in touch with the trading desk every day to understand market and trading activity
keep management and other control functions informed of any evolving key risks
work with colleagues around the globe on projects such as developing new risk frameworks and change initiatives
use your understanding of markets, products and positions to comment on market and risk developments
Your team
You’ll be working in the Solutions Market Risk team in London which is based on the trading floor (except in a pandemic) and forms part of Market Risk Control. The team oversees the Rates Options, Hybrids, Credit Solutions, Dynamic Strategies, Certificates and Commodities trading portfolios and provides and independent and comprehensive view of market risks to Senior Management. In your role, you will focus on the Dynamic Strategies, Certificates and Commodities areas and work with colleagues across Trading, Risk Control, Finance, Quants, Business Management and Operations to keep the bank safe.
Your expertise
You have:
a university degree in mathematics, economics, finance or another quantitative discipline
experience in markets-related roles, preferably market risk management, with Front Office experience preferred
an interest in and understanding of financial markets
excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical topics clearly and intuitively
strong technical and analytical skills allowing you to apply quantitative techniques to solve practical problems
accounting knowledge and/or programming skills would be beneficial
You are:
a quantitatively talented individual with attention to detail
collaborative and enjoy the challenge of working in a global team
self-motivated and willing to take responsibility
able to work independently and to deadlines
fluent in English and succinct in both verbal and written communication
curious and thrive on intellectual challenges
a university degree in mathematics, economics, finance or another quantitative discipline
experience in markets-related roles, preferably market risk management, with Front Office experience preferred
an interest in and understanding of financial markets
excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical topics clearly and intuitively
strong technical and analytical skills allowing you to apply quantitative techniques to solve practical problems
accounting knowledge and/or programming skills would be beneficial
You are:
a quantitatively talented individual with attention to detail
collaborative and enjoy the challenge of working in a global team
self-motivated and willing to take responsibility
able to work independently and to deadlines
fluent in English and succinct in both verbal and written communication
curious and thrive on intellectual challenges
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About us
UBS is the world’s largest and only truly global wealth manager. We operate through four business divisions: Global Wealth Management, Personal & Corporate Banking, Asset Management and the Investment Bank. Our global reach and the breadth of our expertise set us apart from our competitors.
With more than 70,000 employees, we have a presence in all major financial centers in more than 50 countries. Do you want to be one of us?
With more than 70,000 employees, we have a presence in all major financial centers in more than 50 countries. Do you want to be one of us?
How we hire
This role requires an assessment on application. Learn more about how we hire: www.ubs.com/global/en/careers/experienced-professionals.html
Join us
At UBS, we embrace flexible ways of working when the role permits. We offer different working arrangements like part-time, job-sharing and hybrid (office and home) working. Our purpose-led culture and global infrastructure help us connect, collaborate, and work together in agile ways to meet all our business needs.
From gaining new experiences in different roles to acquiring fresh knowledge and skills, we know that great work is never done alone. We know that it's our people, with their unique backgrounds, skills, experience levels and interests, who drive our ongoing success. Together we’re more than ourselves. Ready to be part of #teamUBS and make an impact?
From gaining new experiences in different roles to acquiring fresh knowledge and skills, we know that great work is never done alone. We know that it's our people, with their unique backgrounds, skills, experience levels and interests, who drive our ongoing success. Together we’re more than ourselves. Ready to be part of #teamUBS and make an impact?
Disclaimer / Policy Statements
UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.