Credit and Risk Analyst recruitment
COMPANY:
With over 100 employees located in Boston, London, Sydney and Burlington, VT, eSecLending is an independent global securities lending agent providing customized securities lending solutions for institutional investors worldwide. The company’s innovative approach has introduced investment management practices to the securities lending industry, offering beneficial owners a compelling alternative to traditional pooled lending programs. Their differentiated process facilitates best execution by utilizing a transparent, disciplined and repeatable process to determine their clients’ optimal securities lending strategy. In addition to outperformance, the approach provides clients with greater transparency and control, allowing them to more effectively monitor and mitigate risks. More information about eSecLending can be found at www.eseclending.com.
Job responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
• Credit Analysis
o Conduct fundamental credit analysis on securities lending and investment counterparties
o Monitor daily news, data sources, and communications on counterparties
o Update and expand existing financial models used in credit analyses
o Participate in client, management, and external presentations
• Risk Management
o Produce and analyze credit and exposure, value-at-risk, and stress test reports
o Conduct market risk analysis and monitoring
o Prepare ad-hoc analysis on market events
o Provide data for various reporting purposes and provide summary reports
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Detail oriented with excellent analytical, quantitative, oral and written communication skills
• Successful managing and performing on multiple projects
• Possess good problem solving and collaborative skills
• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field with a minimum of 3 to 5 years of related work experience, or recent Masters Degree with relevant coursework
• Masters degree or CFA preferred.
• Strong computer skills including proficiency in MS Office and Bloomberg,
• Previous experience and/or proficiency in credit and/or fundamental analysis, preferably relating to financial services firms.