We are looking for a Risk Analyst (Risk Quant Analyst) to join our Risk Management team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. In this role, you will work closely with traders and risk managers to develop, validate, and enhance market risk models, ensuring effective risk oversight of equity portfolios across US markets.
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Key Responsibilities
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Market Risk Modelling:
- Develop and maintain VaR / ES models (parametric, historical simulation, Monte Carlo)
- Implement and apply EVT / GPD approaches for tail risk analysis
- Perform backtesting and validation of risk models
- Support factor-based risk decomposition (beta, sectors, idiosyncratic risk)
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Scenario Analysis & Stress Testing:
- Design and run historical and hypothetical stress scenarios
- Develop forward-looking market risk scenarios
- Analyze P&L sensitivity under stress conditions
- Contribute to the firm’s stress testing framework
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Portfolio Risk Analysis:
- Monitor real-time and end-of-day risk metrics (Greeks, exposure, drawdowns)
- Conduct performance and risk attribution analysis
- Support pre-trade risk controls and position limits
- Prepare regular risk reports for internal stakeholders
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Quantitative Development & Analytics:
- Build and maintain Python-based risk analytics tools
- Work with SQL to extract and process trading data
- Prototype new analytical approaches and models
- Contribute to model and methodology documentation
Core Skills & Requirements
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Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field
- 2–5 years of experience in market risk / quantitative analytics / risk management
- Hands-on experience with VaR / ES and statistical modelling
- Understanding of US equity markets and financial instruments
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Technical Skills:
- Python (pandas, NumPy, SciPy, statsmodels)
- SQL (data extraction and manipulation)
- Strong knowledge of probability, statistics, and time series analysis
Nice to Have:
- FRM / CFA / CQF (or in progress)
- Experience with Bloomberg / Refinitiv
- Exposure to trading environments or real-time risk systems
- Experience with stress testing frameworks
Language Requirements:
- English — Upper-Intermediate or higher
- Ukrainian — Professional fluency (would be an advantage)
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary package
- Professional growth and learning opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
The company invests in talent development through training programs, sports, leisure, and psychological support.
