Credit Risk Associate (Fintech)

TL;DR

Credit Risk Associate (Fintech): Managing the firm's credit exposure to trading and lending counterparties with an accent on fundamental analysis and transaction evaluation. Focus on assessing hedge fund financial strength, reviewing derivatives, and setting credit limits within the firm's risk appetite.

Location: Salt Lake City, UT, United States

Company

A leading global financial institution providing a wide range of financial services to a substantial and diversified client base.

What you will do

• Assess the financial strength of hedge funds through fundamental counterparty analysis.
• Evaluate derivatives and financing transactions across Global Banking & Markets clients.
• Review and approve risk while ensuring appropriate mitigants are in place.
• Perform counterparty reviews and recommend internal risk ratings.
• Set and monitor credit limits for counterparties.
• Collaborate with various departments to manage credit exposure.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience in a finance, markets, or risk role.
• Significant knowledge of capital markets, including derivatives and/or repo.
• Strong analytical and communication skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proven track record of independent decision making.
• Excellent academic record.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a challenging, varied, and multi-dimensional environment.
• Exposure to diverse financial experiences and a broad perspective on firm operations.
• Emphasis on collaborative teamwork and professional development.
• Commitment to strong ethics and high standards of risk management.