Quantitative Risk Specialist to join Nordea Group Market Risk Management in Copenhagen recruitment
We seek a qualitative expert to work in the field of: analysing market data in a model driven valuation/risk context, preparing these data for coherent cross portfolio risk measurements, generating continuous representations (e.g. curves, surfaces) and determining consistent high dimensional time evolutions thereof. For the last two items the focus is on alternative methods, cross fertilization from non-financial engineering and visualization.
The data context is not limited and spans all asset classes.
This role is meant to collaborate very closely with various risk/business functions such as trading, model validation and market risk, but as well with senior management and IT.
It is all about people
We deal with complex issues and often with limited time to take decisions. We therefore seek applicants that already has proven to be among the best of equals and who shows great potential for further personal and professional development. We offer a unique opportunity in the Nordic region to work with risk management of complex financial instruments, where you can use your experience to play a key role in the continued development of Nordea’s risk management framework. Relocation support can be expected for experienced international profiles.
You can deliver
Our ideal candidate has at least 2 – 3 years’ experience in a similar field, either as a scientist or a practitioner e.g. in aero-fluid dynamics, pattern recognition, biotechnology or finance. Apart from very good theoretical intuition and good numerical skills paired with the desire to strive for new technologies is required.
You must be able to work independently and at the same time be able to create results in a small team.
We set high standards for quality, innovation and precision in what we do so it is crucial that you are committed to quality and strive always to deliver you best. You must be service minded and able to deliver result even when under pressure. Integrity and courage to defend your views is essential.
You communicate effectively and are able to build good relations to colleagues that are placed in different countries. You master English both written and oral, and knowledge about a Scandinavian language in addition will be an added benefit in many situations. For experienced international profiles, language training will be provided.
For additional information about, please contact Uwe Heissner, Head Market Risk Modelling, on phone +45 33 33 4247.
Send your application with updated CV and exam transcripts no later than 22 September 2012, by using our electronic application form on Nordea.com/career. Use job id 119904.
Group Market Risk Management is a division within Group Risk Management. Currently we employ approx. 40 professionals from several countries, all situated in Copenhagen, working in different fields of market risk management. Nordea is the leading bank in the Nordic region and one of the best performing banks in Europe with a strong capital base, a large diversified client portfolio and AA rating.