Risk Analyst – Switzerland recruitment

Highly interesting and challenging position at  major Commodity Trader with the added advantage of being based in Switzerland!

Trading is both physical and financial, with products ranging from vanilla derivatives to complex options and structured products.

Qualifications:

• Degree educated in a numerical or financial subject

Skills:

• Understanding of the importance of risk management in a middle office environment

• Ability to explain changes in PL and risk positions

• Fluent in English. Other European language skills would be a benefit

Competencies:

• Strong analytical abilities

• Strong desire and ability to learn new skills

• Pro-active in achieving results

• Able to cope with rapid business growth and pressurised environment

• Able to work as part of a team as well as individually

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Diligent and reliable

Experience:

• Relevant work experience in corporate risk management positions, preferably in market risk control, is an advantage

• Experience in VB programming and have an interest in developing energy trading and risk expertise