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Mumbai, India

Senior Leader Risk Methodology

Our client, a Global Banking firm is looking to hire in Mumbai a Senior Leader for the Risk Methodology function.

 

Please contact Anita Shah or email your cv directly in word format with job reference number Job ID: 13620 to riskandquants-in@theedgepartnership.com

 

Please note that due to the high number of applications only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us in the next 5 business days, we regret to inform you that your application for this position was unsuccessful.

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Key responsibilities

  • Lead and contribute to methodology projects, risk method design, and model development for market and counterparty risk.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders and technical teams to implement and optimize risk models and systems.
  • Ensure high-quality documentation and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Support backtesting, VaR adequacy processes, and cooperate with model validation teams.
  • Engage in regulatory interactions and participate in industry working groups and Quantitative Impact Studies.
  • Advise risk managers and Front Office on complex deals requiring non-standard methods.

Role requirements

  • Experience Level: Senior-Level (12-15 years of experience in a Risk Methodology function).
  • Strong academic background, with at least a Master’s in a quantitative field; PhD candidates welcome.
  • Deep understanding of risk management best practices, financial markets, and regulatory frameworks.
  • Expertise in quantitative modelling, stochastic processes, and derivatives.
  • Proficiency in programming (C# or C++).
  • Excellent communication skills with experience interacting with Front Office, validation teams, and regulators.
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities.