Experience
1 - 4 yrs
Job Location
Bengaluru, India
Vacancy
1
Designation
Market Risk Analyst
Job Type
Not specified
Job Description
About The Role
As a Market Risk Analyst, you will play a key role in independent market risk oversight across Swiss Re’s asset portfolio
The role requires strong analytical judgment, sound understanding of financial market products, analyze market trends, identify emerging risks, and collaborate with investment professionals to ensure our portfolio remains resilient in changing market conditions, You will be expected to take ownership of assigned risk areas and actively contribute to the evolution of risk analytics by leveraging programming, data science, and other analytical approaches, Key Responsibilities
Perform in-depth analysis of financial market risk exposures across diverse asset classes including fixed income, equities, derivatives, and structured products
Design and execute thematic, cross-asset risk analyses to identify emerging risks and concentration vulnerabilities before they materialize
Translate complex quantitative findings into clear, actionable risk insights for senior management and risk committees
Develop and maintain analytical tools using Python or R to enhance efficiency, scalability, and depth of risk analysis
Apply data-driven techniques to better understand risk drivers and tail behavior, exploring AI-enabled approaches for improved automation
Contribute to global projects and risk governance initiatives that continuously improve our market risk frameworks
About The Team
The Market Risk Management (MRM) team within Solvency & Financial Risk Management provides independent oversight, challenge, and generate insight on Swiss Re’s global financial market risk exposures
The Bangalore MRM team is an integral part of the global setup, contributing to risk analytics, methodology development, governance and senior management reporting, in close collaboration with colleagues in Zurich, London, and New York
As a Market Risk Analyst, you will have the opportunity to work with other risk managers and 1st lines function on topics that contribute to our mandate of risk oversight and accumulation control, About You
You're an analytical thinker with a good understanding of financial markets and risk management
You thrive when transforming complex data into meaningful insights and enjoy collaborating with diverse teams across global locations
Your attention to detail is matched by your ability to see the bigger picture of how market risks impact organization, Good academic track record in Engineering, Finance, Economics or Mathematics
4–6 years of relevant experience in Market Risk Management, Risk Analytics, Treasury Risk, Asset Management, or a related quantitative role
Solid technical skills with proven programming experience (advanced data wrangling and integration, and simulation techniques) in at least one scripting language (preferably R or Python)
Strong understanding of financial market products and market risk transmission mechanisms
Hands-on experience with market risk metrics (VaR, stress testing, ES) and scenario analysis
Exposure to data science, machine learning, or AI applications in a financial or risk context is an advantage
Self-motivated, able to work independently, and comfortable taking ownership of analytical topics
Experience working in global, cross-functional teams
Clear communicator, able to explain complex risk topics to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Professional qualifications such as CFA, FRM, or CQF are considered an advantage
Why Join Swiss Re
Swiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance, and insurance-based risk transfer
You will work in a global, collaborative environment on complex market risk topics that matter
The role offers strong exposure to senior stakeholders, scope to innovate in risk analytics, and a clear path for further development within Risk Management and other part of company, Swiss Re is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive, Our company has a hybrid work model where the expectation is that you will be in the office at least three days per week
About Swiss Re
Swiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient
We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime
We cover both Property & Casualty and Life & Health
Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients
This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 14,000 employees across the world, Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking
We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics
In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability, If you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience, Keywords
Reference Code: 136844
As a Market Risk Analyst, you will play a key role in independent market risk oversight across Swiss Re’s asset portfolio
The role requires strong analytical judgment, sound understanding of financial market products, analyze market trends, identify emerging risks, and collaborate with investment professionals to ensure our portfolio remains resilient in changing market conditions, You will be expected to take ownership of assigned risk areas and actively contribute to the evolution of risk analytics by leveraging programming, data science, and other analytical approaches, Key Responsibilities
Perform in-depth analysis of financial market risk exposures across diverse asset classes including fixed income, equities, derivatives, and structured products
Design and execute thematic, cross-asset risk analyses to identify emerging risks and concentration vulnerabilities before they materialize
Translate complex quantitative findings into clear, actionable risk insights for senior management and risk committees
Develop and maintain analytical tools using Python or R to enhance efficiency, scalability, and depth of risk analysis
Apply data-driven techniques to better understand risk drivers and tail behavior, exploring AI-enabled approaches for improved automation
Contribute to global projects and risk governance initiatives that continuously improve our market risk frameworks
About The Team
The Market Risk Management (MRM) team within Solvency & Financial Risk Management provides independent oversight, challenge, and generate insight on Swiss Re’s global financial market risk exposures
The Bangalore MRM team is an integral part of the global setup, contributing to risk analytics, methodology development, governance and senior management reporting, in close collaboration with colleagues in Zurich, London, and New York
As a Market Risk Analyst, you will have the opportunity to work with other risk managers and 1st lines function on topics that contribute to our mandate of risk oversight and accumulation control, About You
You're an analytical thinker with a good understanding of financial markets and risk management
You thrive when transforming complex data into meaningful insights and enjoy collaborating with diverse teams across global locations
Your attention to detail is matched by your ability to see the bigger picture of how market risks impact organization, Good academic track record in Engineering, Finance, Economics or Mathematics
4–6 years of relevant experience in Market Risk Management, Risk Analytics, Treasury Risk, Asset Management, or a related quantitative role
Solid technical skills with proven programming experience (advanced data wrangling and integration, and simulation techniques) in at least one scripting language (preferably R or Python)
Strong understanding of financial market products and market risk transmission mechanisms
Hands-on experience with market risk metrics (VaR, stress testing, ES) and scenario analysis
Exposure to data science, machine learning, or AI applications in a financial or risk context is an advantage
Self-motivated, able to work independently, and comfortable taking ownership of analytical topics
Experience working in global, cross-functional teams
Clear communicator, able to explain complex risk topics to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Professional qualifications such as CFA, FRM, or CQF are considered an advantage
Why Join Swiss Re
Swiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance, and insurance-based risk transfer
You will work in a global, collaborative environment on complex market risk topics that matter
The role offers strong exposure to senior stakeholders, scope to innovate in risk analytics, and a clear path for further development within Risk Management and other part of company, Swiss Re is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive, Our company has a hybrid work model where the expectation is that you will be in the office at least three days per week
About Swiss Re
Swiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient
We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime
We cover both Property & Casualty and Life & Health
Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients
This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 14,000 employees across the world, Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking
We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics
In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability, If you are an experienced professional returning to the workforce after a career break, we encourage you to apply for open positions that match your skills and experience, Keywords
Reference Code: 136844