Market Risk Analysis Manager in Edmonton, AB

Market Risk Analysis Manager Job Description

A Market Risk Analysis Manager oversees an organization's market risk management framework and team. This role develops, implements, and monitors methodologies to identify, measure, and manage market risks from trading/investments. The Market Risk Analysis Manager provides critical insights on market trends, risk concentrations, and portfolio sensitivities. This position demands deep financial market expertise, advanced quantitative skills, exceptional leadership, and proven ability to navigate complex risk environments. A Master's in Financial Engineering, Quant Finance, Math, or related field is preferred, with CFA or FRM essential. Profound understanding of Canadian financial markets, regulatory frameworks, and market conventions is paramount.

Typical market risk analysis manager duties:

Develop, implement, and maintain market risk framework and policies.

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of market risk analysts.

Oversee daily monitoring, measurement, and reporting of market risk exposures (e.g., VaR, stress testing).

Provide insightful analysis of market trends, sensitivities, and risk concentrations.

Collaborate with front office and trading teams on new products/strategies.

Ensure compliance with internal risk limits and Canadian regulatory requirements.

Prepare and present comprehensive market risk reports.

Enhance risk models and systems.

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Salary for Market Risk Analysis Manager in Edmonton, AB

93275 - 126844

Low

93275

The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is still developing core skills.

Mid

108650

The candidate has moderate experience in the role or one similar, meets most requirements and may hold transferable skills or relevant certifications.

High

126844

The candidate has extensive experience in the role, demonstrates advanced skills and often brings specialized certifications or industry experience.

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