Senior Risk Advisor

Overview

Lead Market Risk team, oversee derivatives operations and implement risk controls.

Key Responsibilities

• derivatives controls
• risk monitoring
• ctrm implementation
• market reporting
• broker liaison
• compliance management

Tasks

-Work closely with Treasury/Trade Finance teams with settlements/funding requirements -Proactively identify opportunities for improvement in Market Risk and Financial derivatives practices and make actionable recommendations to senior leadership. -Design and implement robust internal controls and processes for derivatives, validated by stakeholders across middle office, front office, finance, and accounting. -Oversee daily derivatives activities and ensure timely resolution of any issues by the team -Identify existing and potential risks within the derivatives markets and recommend effective portfolio management. -Serve as the subject matter expert on derivatives in the ongoing CTRM and ERP implementation projects. -Work closely with Finance/Accounting on derivatives results allocation across portfolios and strategies. -Collaborate with IT to develop tools and models that enhance market risk monitoring and derivatives exposure management. -Lead market risk reporting efforts and provide support to local risk analysts in responding to traders' queries and management requests. -Act as the primary point of contact for brokers, clearers, and financial institutions regarding derivatives trading matters (e.g., account creation, futures settlement). -Build and maintain strong relationships with trading teams, gaining an in-depth understanding of current and future trading strategies. -Stay current on relevant laws, regulations (e.g., Dodd-Frank, EMIR, MiFID II), and industry best practices to ensure compliance with risk management standards.

Requirements

• python
• microsoft office
• bachelor's
• team lead
• commodity trading
• risk modeling

What You Bring

-Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills -Detail-oriented with a strong analytical mindset and excellent problem-solving skills -Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with fluency in English -Bachelor's or master's degree in risk management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field -At least 3 to 5 years of experience as a team lead, with a proven track record of improving team performance -Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) with experience in building risk models using Python, R, SAS, or similar programming languages. -Strong sense of responsibility, professionalism, and ethics in all work-related matters -Ability to work under pressure and during irregular hours when required -At least 5 to 7 years of experience in a similar role within commodity trading companies.

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Benefits

-Life Insurance and Accidental Insurance for Self -A competitive remuneration plan and an excellent working environment in a growing multinational organization -Corporate Team Fun Activities -Flexible work arrangement policy -A spacious office cafeteria providing nutritious complementary meals 5 days a week -Off-site Team Building and experiential development -Gym Benefits -Great Place to Work® | Best Workplaces in Quebec (2020, 2021) -Beautiful, spacious and modern workplace environment -Free Medical Insurance for Self and Family

About Targray

-Supplies biodiesel and feedstocks through a rail and terminal network across North America and Europe. -Supports PV manufacturers with silicon wafers, modules, junction boxes, and financing. -Trades carbon credits and RECs for compliance and voluntary markets across the EU and beyond. -Unusual fact: its Kirkland HQ features one of Greater Montreal's largest solar rooftops, EV chargers, and an arcade lounge.

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