Front Office Risk Analyst, AVP

Who we are looking for

We are looking for an experienced Risk Analyst with a background in foreign exchange and capital markets who can support the front office management function for all Global Markets products, primarily in the APAC region. Demonstrated experience in the credit and market risk analysis of a wide variety of counterparties and financial instruments is of central importance. The analyst will be located in Hong Kong and will be responsible for follow the sun coverage.

State Street’s Global Markets division is made up of several different product offerings. It has the largest Agency Securities Lending program in the industry with a global footprint. The program comprises over $400BN in loans across a wide range of lenders, borrowers, collateral, and transaction types. State Street’s Prime Services platform is an alternative to prime brokerage that provides stock borrowing and financing from a segregated custody account. This solution, the industry’s first full custody-based model, can help hedge funds and other managers of alternative strategies to reduce counterparty risk, provide additional transparency, increase control over assets and diversify financing exposures. Global Markets operates both principal and agency Foreign Exchange trading businesses. Clients are comprised of traditional investment managers, corporations, and alternative asset managers. State Street’s FICC repo product and Secured Fund Financing are also part of the Global Markets division. All products are supported by an integrated Front Office Risk Team, responsible for understanding the business risk associated with each product.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Global Markets (SSGM). When owners and managers of institutional assets need research, trading, securities lending and innovative portfolio strategies, they turn to SSGM business unit. As our investment research and trading arm, SSGM’s number one goal is to enhance and preserve our clients’ portfolio values by applying technology, optimizing trading, and linking asset classes and markets across the world.

Join us if making your mark in the capital markets industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for

As Front Office Risk Analyst you will
• Conduct credit reviews of counterparties and prospects within each SSGM business line
• Work closely with sales and relationship management teams to ensure timely and thorough credit analysis of new relationships.
• Manage the collection of up-to-date financial information for all of our counterparties.
• Review client and prospect portfolios for collateral eligibility, risk characteristics, and resulting margin requirements across Global Markets programs
• Implement “follow the sun” coverage model for the Front Office Risk Team, particularly for FX ECN limit maintenance
• Under direction of credit team leader, participate in periodic and ad-hoc due diligence calls and visits.
• Help manage the relationship between Front Office Risk and Enterprise Risk Management.
• Perform any other tasks as assigned to support the Front Office Credit and Market Risk teams.

The Front Office Risk Analyst will be part of a dynamic and fast-paced work environment. A significant degree of autonomy, including making careful decisions that implement State Street’s risk appetite under pressure, is a requirement.

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role
• Detailed understanding of global Securities Lending markets is a strong plus.
• Significant degree of autonomy, including making careful decisions.

Education & Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics or related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in capital markets risk management.
• Formal credit training strongly preferred.
• Professional designations (CFA, FRM) preferred but not required.
• Detailed understanding of global Securities Lending markets is a strong plus.

Are you the right candidate? Yes!

We truly believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences our employees bring with them. Although each vacancy details what we are looking for, we don’t necessarily need you to fulfil all of them when applying. If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit.

About State Street

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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