Macquarie Group
Quantitative Analyst | Counterparty Credit Risk
To empower people to innovate and invest for a better future.
Banking and investment
Full-time
Office | Sydney, NSW, Australia
Visa sponsorship · No
Junior · A role for someone with some basic skills, good motivation and ability to learn. Typically 1-2 years of experience is required.
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Why Macquarie Group
Macquarie is a global financial services organisation with Australian heritage, operating in 34 markets across asset management, retail and business banking, wealth management, asset financing, commodity trading, renewables development, capital raising and more. Today, we have $795.6 billion worth of assets under management and over 19,200 employees worldwide.The diversity of our operations, combined with a strong capital position and robust risk management framework, has contributed to our 53-year record of unbroken profitability.
About the role
Join our cross-functional, Credit Modelling team in Sydney who are responsible for all aspects relating to the measurement and provisioning of credit exposure which include counterparty credit risk exposure measurement and methodology for the division.
At Macquarie, our advantage is bringing together diverse people and empowering them to shape all kinds of possibilities. We are a global financial services group operating in 34 markets and with 55 years of unbroken profitability. You’ll be part of a friendly and supportive team where everyone - no matter what role - contributes ideas and drives outcomes.
What role will you play?
As a Quantitative Analyst, you will make improvements to existing counterparty credit risk models and assist in developing new models’ methodologies and tools compliance with internal and regulatory requirements. You will also have the opportunity to calibrate risk factor evolution model parameters for newly traded assets and assets not yet modelled in system.
You will maintain and develop processes and tools designed to monitor model performance, analyse model output and prepare reports for stakeholders, and reduce the use of legacy non-simulation-based models.
In addition, you will ensure comprehensive and current documentation exists across all counterparty credit risk processes and systems, whilst supporting Front Office and Credit Analyst queries relating to counterparty credit risk.
What You Offer
* Strong academic qualifications in a quantitative subject (e.g., Financial Mathematics, Master’s, or PhD) * 2-4 years of experience in financial services, preferably in investment banking or trading systems support * Experience developing/validating CCR models and understanding CCR and the economic, regulatory and market environments in which Banks operate * Knowledge of financial market products, market conventions and regulatory requirements, with some knowledge and understanding of physical commodity markets * Good knowledge of numerical methods, stochastic calculus, and probability theory with excellent programming skills (R, Python and C++ programming).
We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply.
About the Risk Management Group
Our Risk Management Group works as an independent, and centralised function, responsible for independent and objective review and challenge, oversight, monitoring and reporting in relation to Macquarie’s material risks. We are a global team that aims to manage the risks of today and anticipate the risks of tomorrow. Our divisions include compliance, credit, financial crime risk, internal audit, market risk, operational risk, aggregate risk and prudential, and central.
Benefits
Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on eligibility criteria, include:
* Hybrid and flexible working arrangements * One wellbeing leave day per year and up to five additional days leave based on length of service * Up to 20 weeks paid parental leave as well as benefits to support you as you transition to life as a working parent * Paid volunteer leave and donation matching * Range of benefits to support your physical, psychological and financial wellbeing * Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities
Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and welcome all identities, including race, ethnicity, cultural identity, nationality, gender (including gender identity or expression), age, sexual orientation, marital or partnership status, parental, caregiving or family status, family and domestic violence status, neurodiversity, religion or belief, disability, or socio-economic background. We welcome further discussions on how you can feel included and belong at Macquarie as you progress through our recruitment process. To learn more, contact our team by clicking here.
Our aim is to provide reasonable adjustments to individuals who may need support during the recruitment process and through working arrangements. If you require additional assistance, please let us know in the application process.
What you'll be responsible for
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Risk Monitoring
Monitor risk levels and report potential risks to senior management and other stakeholders
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Regulatory Compliance
Monitor and analyze regulatory changes and ensure that the organization complies with all relevant laws and regulations
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Risk Identification and Assessment
Conduct risk assessments to identify and evaluate potential risks, and develop strategies to manage and mitigate these risks
Skills you'll need
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Collaboration
Works with others by being open, clear in communication and listening to achieve goals
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Critical thinking
Identifies and synthesizes patterns and trends amongst various sources of information to reach a meaningful conclusion, perspective or insight
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Attention to detail
Accurately identifies and rectifies discrepancies or errors that exists in information and deliverables