Global Markets Risk Specialist (1-Year Contract)

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Job Overview

We are seeking a highly analytical and driven Risk Specialist for a 1-year contract (with potential for extension based on project milestones) within our Global Markets Risk team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving the Murex Upgrade Project across all lifecycle stages, focusing on the seamless configuration, validation, and optimization of Market Risk setups within the Murex risk modules.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Configuration & System Validation: Prepare, configure, and validate all necessary static data and risk limit setups within Murex Limit Controller (MLC) , ensuring precise alignment with design documentation , verifying the integration of historical system fixes , and validating Market Risk reports to guarantee data integrity.

• Test Planning & Execution: Define, prepare, and execute a robust suite of end-to-end test cases (SIT, UAT, Dress Rehearsal) to thoroughly validate Market Risk configurations , while investigating data variances and collaborating with vendors and IT teams to resolve system defects.

• Process Optimization & Automation: Analyze current Market Risk workflows to propose optimized, cost-effective alternative solutions and automate process workflows within the Murex/MLC ecosystem to drive operational efficiency.

• Project Coordination, Migration & Governance: Track and report weekly project progress across the Market Risk user group , manage key stakeholder and vendor dependencies , execute the migration "Run Book" during Go-Live , and maintain meticulous documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

• Knowledge Transfer & Mentorship: Mentor and upskill permanent Market Risk team members to ensure a seamless operational transition post-Go-Live.

Job Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Financial Engineering, Quantitative Finance, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.

• Minimum of 3–5 years of professional experience in Market Risk Management or as a Business Analyst within a Global Markets environment.

• Proven track record of participating in large-scale system implementations or upgrades (ideally Murex upgrade cycles).

• Strong hands-on experience with the Murex platform, specifically with Murex Limit Controller (MLC) , alongside a deep understanding of Market Risk concepts including VaR, Expected Shortfall, Greeks, Stress Testing, and Risk Limit frameworks.

• Proficiency in data analysis, writing test cases, system validation, and utilizing defect tracking tools like JIRA , with familiarity in workflow automation, SQL, or scripting tools being highly advantageous.

• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills to resolve complex data and variance issues under tight project deadlines.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively bridge the gap between business users, internal IT, and external system integrators , combined with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

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