Junior Margin/Risk Analyst

Junior Margin/Risk Analyst

Experience: 3-5 Years
Location:[New York / Remote]
Reporting To: Chief Risk Officer

Overview:

We are seeking a Junior Margin/Risk Analyst to join our team and play a key role in monitoring client risk exposure and processing margin requirements. The ideal candidate will bring 3-5 years of experience in risk review and margin processing within the securities industry. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with our operations and settlement teams while developing expertise in regulatory compliance and risk management for our clearing firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform daily risk monitoring, including real-time analysis through trading hours.
• Monitor client positions and account activity to identify potential risk exposures and margin deficiencies.
• Analyze and handle margin calls, calculating and verifying requirements while coordinating with clients and internal teams for timely resolution.
• Ensure compliance with applicable margin rules and regulations, including Regulation T and exchange requirements.
• Conduct regulatory compliance reviews and reporting.
• Assist with quantitative risk assessments for ad hoc projects and client onboarding.
• Handle exception management and escalation.
• Collaborate with operations and settlement teams to support trade processing, account maintenance, and clearing firm activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting of margin activity and risk metrics.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in margin processing, risk review, or related operations within the securities industry. Clearing industry experience a plus.
• Series 7 license required (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Strong knowledge of margin rules and regulations; knowledge of Regulation T (Rule 4210) and Portfolio Margin a plus.
• Knowledge of options theory and options greek risk measurements.
• Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail; familiarity with Excel, VBA, SQL a plus.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a real-time, high-pressure environment and manage multiple priorities.

Salary Range: $75,000 - $125,000 USD

RQD* Clearing is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Originally posted on Himalayas