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ACT Commodities is the global leader in connecting buyers and sellers of certificates and physical products all over the world.
(more about ACT Commodities)Market Risk Analyst
We excel at what we do. But unlike others, our success is not just the result of hard work and professional expertise: we apply a collaborative approach across all departments.
MORE ABOUT THE JOB
About ACT:
Founded in 2009, ACT Commodities is a leader in the environmental commodity markets. As the world moves toward a more sustainable future, ACT Commodities caters to this shift. We cover all environmental certificates, as well as biofuels, feedstocks, and other products focused on the energy and carbon transition. We are a fast-paced and forward-thinking organization that believes that we are better together!
What you'll do:
As a Market Risk Analyst, you will be part of our Global Risk department with full oversight and control of trading activities of our four offices, with a focus on North American transactions. You will experience a steep learning curve, which will provide a full overview of Risk at ACT. You get to work in a fast, entrepreneurial environment alongside 200+ colleagues from 40+ countries.
The challenge lies in the complexity of our industry and trading strategies, as well as the variety of products we work with. Through direct contact with our traders and Risk Director, you will gain sufficient knowledge to build a global risk framework to control our portfolio risk.
In summary, you will:
- Build, maintain and improve market risk reporting infrastructure and tools, including the automation and streamlining of existing processes
- Create market risk models, and advise traders on pending deals
- Develop market risk measurement methods and understand process flows
- Daily monitor of market risk, stress, and Value-at-Risk (VaR) exposures against limits and risk appetite, while remaining constantly aware of current market dynamics
- Manage market risk assessments for new product lines, working with traders to understand these markets
- Create, update, present, and enforce market risk policies and procedures
Who you are:
- Bachelor or Masters graduate of Business, Finance, Economics or another relevant study
- 5+ years of experience in commodity trading or in the financial sector
- Affinity with financial markets
- Experience with Python or SQL is a plus
- Intellectually curious and able to demonstrate structured problem solving and analytical skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Fast on your feet and resistant to stress
- Confident with stakeholder management
Salary Range: $115,000 - $150,000
Actual base pay may vary based on various factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, level and experience. The base pay is just one component of the total competitive compensation package for employees.