Quantitative Risk Analyst
Title: Quantitative Risk Analyst
Location: Hybrid / Jersey City
Experience Level: Mid-Senior
Years of Experience: 5+
Education: Master’s degree or higher in a quantitative field
Industry: Financial Services
Compensation: up to 190k plus bonus
Visa Sponsorship: Not available
Relocation Assistance: Not offered
The Role:
Our client is seeking a Quantitative Risk Analyst to join their QRM team. This group is responsible for
developing and supporting risk models used to quantify exposure and support broader risk management
functions. You'll work with fixed income data, run scenario analyses, develop model performance metrics, and
support both internal risk teams and external regulators with high-quality, research-driven outputs.
What You’ll Be Doing:
● Maintain and enhance in-house fixed income risk models
● Develop model performance analytics and explain model behavior to internal and external stakeholders
● Build tools and run scenario analyses to evaluate risk across multiple products
● Support data sourcing and management for quantitative research and model development
● Ensure compliance with internal controls, procedures, and risk management frameworks
What You Bring:
● 5+ years in a quantitative modeling or research role, ideally within fixed income
● Strong knowledge of Treasury securities and/or MBS pricing models and VaR techniques (preferred)
● Fluency in Python and SQL (required)
● Deep understanding of risk modeling methodologies and market data
● Sharp problem-solving skills and attention to analytical detail
● Clear, effective written and verbal communication skills
About the Company:
Our client is a long-established, privately held financial services infrastructure provider supporting global
markets. With no external debt, a track record of innovation, and a focus on operational excellence, they serve
as a critical pillar for post-trade processing, risk mitigation, and market transparency across asset classes.
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