Market Risk Analyst in Calgary, AB

Market Risk Analyst Job Description

A Market Risk Analyst measures, monitors, and analyzes market risks from trading activities, investments, and financial exposures. This role applies quantitative methods to assess risk metrics, performs stress testing, and prepares risk reports. This role collaborates with traders, portfolio managers, and risk managers to ensure adherence to risk limits. This position demands strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of financial instruments/markets, and proficiency with risk management software. A Bachelor's in Finance, Economics, Math, or a quantitative field is essential, with CFA or FRM preferred. Foundational understanding of Canadian financial markets and regulatory principles is key.

Typical market risk analyst duties:

Measure and monitor daily market risk exposures (e.g., VaR, sensitivity analysis).

Perform regular stress testing and scenario analysis.

Prepare market risk reports and dashboards.

Analyze market trends and economic data impact on portfolio risk.

Collaborate with front office to understand risk drivers.

Ensure compliance with internal risk limits and assist with Canadian regulatory reporting.

Validate risk models and contribute to tool enhancement.

Investigate and explain significant risk movements.

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Salary for Market Risk Analyst in Calgary, AB

81620 - 106000

Low

81620

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

Mid

93015

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

High

106000

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

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