RISK AnalystLocation: LisbonAre you ready to take your career to the next level?
Taleo Consulting is an international management consulting group with offices in France, Luxembourg, Belgium, The Netherlands, Switzerland, Spain, Singapore, Portugal, and Italy.
We've grown into a team of 450+ talented professionals across 10 offices worldwide, partnering with leading organizations in Financial, Life Sciences, Retail, and Energy - Sectors, to drive transformation and deliver lasting impact.What Will You Do?
At Taleo Consulting, we believe that our growth starts with our people.
When our consultants thrive, so do our clients.We're looking for individuals who embody our values and help us foster strong, trust-based relationships with both our clients and our teams across the globe.
Our success is built on the talent, collaboration, and commitment of our people and we're now looking for a Risk Analyst to join our journey.Your Main ResponsibilitiesMonitor and review counterparty risk metrics and frameworks, including:Collateral eligibility and envelopesWrong Way RiskBilateral Initial MarginCounterparty risk sensitivitiesStress testing reportsPerform counterparty portfolio analyses in preparation for annual credit reviews.Analyse and monitor economic and regulatory measures related to Counterparty Credit Risk on a global scope.Set up and enhance controls to detect data quality issues and propose remediation initiativesContribute to the digitalization and improvement of counterparty risk monitoring systems, working closely with IT teamsYour Main ActivitiesSupport risk management activities such as:Limits and envelope monitoringCounterparty risk analysisStress testingReporting to senior risk managementMonitor counterparty risk exposures across different perimeters (OTC, Clearing, Prime Brokerage, etc.) and metrics (Stress Tests, VaR, Greeks, Margins) by:Producing regular risk monitoring reportsContributing to counterparty risk forumsUnderstanding exposure drivers and calculation mechanismsImplement and monitor regular and ad-hoc stress testsMonitor market risk sensitivities by counterpartyInteract regularly with Business and Credit teams to share insights and risk assessmentsPlay an active role in innovative and transformative initiatives within Risk functions, contributing to the continuous industrialization and enhancement of tools and processesParticipate in ad-hoc projects such as:Specific stress testing exercisesImpact analysis of new regulationsContinuously challenge existing methodologies, assumptions, and practices to identify better solutions, including:Risk systems and processesCounterparty risk methodologiesAdequacy of scenarios and risk metricsProfile and Skills to SucceedBachelor's degree (3–5 years of experience) in Applied Mathematics, Data Science, Finance, or a related field.Strong knowledge of derivative instruments and associated risk driversGood understanding of credit risk metrics (EAD, PD, etc.) and exposure metrics (Stress Tests, VaR)Ability to work accurately under pressure, with frequent interactions with Front Office teamsStructured, analytical, and well-organized mindsetStrong written and verbal communication skillsSolid technical skills:Advanced Microsoft Office (including VBA)Experience with programming languages such as Python or RSQL knowledge is a plusWhy should you join us?
By joining Taleo, you'll become part of a talented, international, and dynamic team.You'll benefit from real career growth opportunities, continuous learning, and the chance to build long-lasting relationships across borders and industries.If you recognize yourself in this description and are ready to grow with a company that values ambition, collaboration, and excellence, let's connect.
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