A leading commodities house are looking for an experienced risk analyst to take a lead in their London head office. recruitment

A leading commodities house are looking for an experienced risk analyst to take a lead in their London head office.

This position is a new hire due to the groups excellent performance over the last 12 months. They are looking to bring in a senior risk analyst to play a lead role in the group and drive development going forward. The successful candidate will be given the resources to expand the team over the next six months and expected to develop effective strategy to maintain current growth.

Reporting into the head of risk, the senior risk analyst will be expected to work closely with the trading teams to develop an understanding of their portfolios, plans and strategies in order to provide analytical support aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of trading activity.

The successful candidate will have the following responsibilities:

• Risk focal point for the global Gas and LNG trading departments

• Range of VaR analysis, including back testing, stress testing, scenario analysis and hedging optimization

Please send all applications to risk@alexanderblackrecruitment.co.uk