As a Junior Risk Analyst, you will play a crucial role in analyzing and managing risk in our trading strategies and contribute to the overall success of the firm. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background from a top university, proficiency in Python programming, and familiarity with risk analysis for options, fixed income securities, and Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs).

Responsibilities:

Assist in the development and implementation of risk management processes and procedures.
Perform quantitative analysis to assess and mitigate various types of risk, including market, credit, and operational risk, with a focus on options, fixed income securities, and ETFs.
Monitor trading positions and exposures, identifying potential areas of risk and proposing appropriate actions.
Utilize Python programming skills to develop tools and automate processes for risk monitoring and analysis.
Collaborate with trading teams, developers, and other stakeholders to enhance risk models and methodologies.
Generate regular risk reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders.
Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in risk management and quantitative analysis.

Requirements:

Bachelor's or Master's degree from a top university in a quantitative field such as Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, or Computer Science.
Strong proficiency in Python programming with experience in data manipulation, analysis, and visualization libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, and Matplotlib/Seaborn.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and concisely.
A passion for financial markets and a desire to learn and grow within the field of quantitative finance.
Familiarity with risk analysis techniques specific to options, fixed income securities, and Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs).
Proven ability to be a self-starter, take direction, and deliver results under time constraints.

Annual base salary range of $100,000 to $200,000. Pay (base and bonus) may vary depending on job-related skills and experience. A sign-on and discretionary performance bonus may be provided as part of the total compensation package, in addition to company-paid medical and/or other benefits.