Analyst, Collateral Risk Management (2076)

at  TD Bank

JOB DESCRIPTION

An Analyst within CMRM Collateral Risk Management will primarily be focused on the effective and efficient mitigation of counterparty credit risk. The Analyst will need to demonstrate innovation and a proactive approach to risk mitigation by highlighting inefficiencies, risks and implementing improvements. In addition, they will be expected to provide a high level of service to their clients.
The role will involve close partnership and interaction with a wide range of areas, including credit, middle office, legal, front office, settlements, and corporate treasury. As a result, the successful candidate will be required to possess strong communication skills.

Analysts within Collateral Risk Management are accountable for the following core responsibilities, but are not limited to:

• Daily monitoring of client portfolios, issuing and receiving collateral calls to ensure the firm’s credit risk is mitigated.
• Ensure margin tickets are accurately entered into the collateral system
• Reviews margin tickets entered into the collateral system by analysts
• Reviews counterparty dispute investigation commentary
• Extensive interaction with clients via email and telephone.
• Ensure process reviews are conducted in accordance with Collateralized Trading Credit Policy
• Resolution and escalation of collateral issues.
• New client on-boarding.

In addition to their core responsibilities, Analysts are also expected to:

• Contribute their own ideas to make a difference and add value to the group.
• Ongoing, proactive risk management via staying abreast of risk issues in the capital markets and assessing impacts on our exposures
• Seek opportunities to increase operational efficiency and lower operational risk through process reengineering
• Performing a number of control functions, ensuring the integrity of our processes.
• Establish an environment that promotes respect for the individual employee and adheres to the policies and guidelines of the Bank

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• At least two years of capital market experience or relevant collateral management experience
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Self-starter with a high degree of initiative and the ability to learn and adapt quickly
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• An undergraduate or graduate degree in Business, Economics, Mathematics, Finance, or another quantitative discipline
• CFA and/or FRM would be considered an asset
• Technical skills (Excel/SQL/VBA/Python etc) will be viewed favorably

WHO WE ARE:

TD is one of the world’s leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we deliver legendary customer experiences to over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to the Bank, those we serve, and the economies we support. We are guided by our vision to Be the Better Bank and our purpose to enrich the lives of our customers, communities and colleagues.
TD is deeply committed to being a leader in customer experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are customer facing. As we build our business and deliver on our strategy, we are innovating to enhance the customer experience and build capabilities to shape the future of banking. Whether you’ve got years of banking experience or are just starting your career in financial services, we can help you realize your potential. Through regular leadership and development conversations to mentorship and training programs, we’re here to support you towards your goals. As an organization, we keep growing – and so will you.

Analysts within Collateral Risk Management are accountable for the following core responsibilities, but are not limited to:

• Daily monitoring of client portfolios, issuing and receiving collateral calls to ensure the firm’s credit risk is mitigated.
• Ensure margin tickets are accurately entered into the collateral system
• Reviews margin tickets entered into the collateral system by analysts
• Reviews counterparty dispute investigation commentary
• Extensive interaction with clients via email and telephone.
• Ensure process reviews are conducted in accordance with Collateralized Trading Credit Policy
• Resolution and escalation of collateral issues.
• New client on-boarding

In addition to their core responsibilities, Analysts are also expected to:

• Contribute their own ideas to make a difference and add value to the group.
• Ongoing, proactive risk management via staying abreast of risk issues in the capital markets and assessing impacts on our exposures
• Seek opportunities to increase operational efficiency and lower operational risk through process reengineering
• Performing a number of control functions, ensuring the integrity of our processes.
• Establish an environment that promotes respect for the individual employee and adheres to the policies and guidelines of the Ban