About the job
The Lead Market Risk Business Analyst is responsible for leading the analysis and implementation of technology solutions for market risk management. This role involves working closely with stakeholders to gather requirements, develop and maintain market risk models, ensure data integrity, and provide strategic insights to enhance market risk processes. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, compliance with regulations, and driving innovation are key aspects of this role.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead the analysis of business requirements for market risk management solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and document detailed requirements.
• Support the design, development, and implementation of market risk models and systems.
• Ensure the integration of advanced analytics and machine learning techniques to enhance market risk assessment.
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of market risk data.
• Oversee the maintenance and enhancement of market risk databases.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the performance and capabilities of the Market Risk IT function.

What you’ll need to be successful

We’re looking for the following skills and experience. If you don’t have all of these but think you could be a good fit for the role, get in touch.

• Professional certifications such as CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst), FRM (Financial Risk Manager), or PRM (Professional Risk Manager) are advantageous.
• Certifications in IT management or project management (e.g., PMP, ITIL) are beneficial.
• experience in market risk management, with a strong focus on business analysis and technology integration.
• Proven track record in a senior business analyst role within the financial services industry, preferably in a risk management or IT capacity.
• Extensive experience in developing and implementing market risk models and systems preferably using Murex
• Proficiency in advanced analytics, machine learning, and data management technologies.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance related to market risk.
• Significant experience in managing large-scale IT projects, including project planning, execution, and delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a high-performing team.

Why should you join us?
ICBC Standard Bank Plc (ICBCS) is a leading financial markets and commodities bank, driven to deliver the right outcomes for our stakeholders, clients, counterparties and markets. We benefit from a unique Chinese and African parentage and an unrivalled global network and expertise. We’re headquartered in London, with operations in Shanghai, Singapore and New York.
We’re a diverse and close-knit global team. We put people first, giving talented, self-driven professionals the flexibility, rewards and freedom to grow their expertise and realise their potential.
Our vison statement, “Be Yourself, Succeed Together” underpins our drive for an open and transparent culture which values difference, enabling everyone to thrive whilst being themselves. We have an active E, D&I forum and we’re growing other employee network groups, including for women and neurodiversity.
We’re committed to the principle of equal opportunities. All applicants will be treated equally and will be considered on their merits and skills without discrimination.

What’s in it for you?

• Financial market-based pay based on skills and experience, discretionary annual bonus, pension contribution 10% (employee contribution 5%), travel insurance, life assurance and income replacement insurance.
• Hybrid working the option to work remotely up to two days per week, depending on the role.
• Family - 6 months fully paid maternity leave and enhanced shared parental leave. Coaching for family leave returners and access to emergency care via My Family Care. Miscarriage and menopause policies.
• Wellbeing - private medical insurance, Bike2Work scheme, health and fitness subsidy, holiday exchange and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Community paid volunteering leave and Give As You Earn scheme. Vibrant CSR and engagement forums and fundraising for our charity partners.
• Development a suite of opportunities to build the skills you need to excel in your role

If you’re excited about becoming part of our team, get in touch. We’d love to hear from you!
ICBCS has appointed Robert Walters Outsourcing (RWO) to manage its recruitment process and Preferred Supplier List (PSL). Unsolicited CVs sent directly to ICBCS or its staff from non-PSL agencies will not be accepted and no fees will be paid for such submissions.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead the analysis of business requirements for market risk management solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and document detailed requirements.
• Support the design, development, and implementation of market risk models and systems.
• Ensure the integration of advanced analytics and machine learning techniques to enhance market risk assessment.
• Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of market risk data.
• Oversee the maintenance and enhancement of market risk databases.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the performance and capabilities of the Market Risk IT function

We’re looking for the following skills and experience. If you don’t have all of these but think you could be a good fit for the role, get in touch.

• Professional certifications such as CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst), FRM (Financial Risk Manager), or PRM (Professional Risk Manager) are advantageous.
• Certifications in IT management or project management (e.g., PMP, ITIL) are beneficial.
• experience in market risk management, with a strong focus on business analysis and technology integration.
• Proven track record in a senior business analyst role within the financial services industry, preferably in a risk management or IT capacity.
• Extensive experience in developing and implementing market risk models and systems preferably using Murex
• Proficiency in advanced analytics, machine learning, and data management technologies.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance related to market risk.
• Significant experience in managing large-scale IT projects, including project planning, execution, and delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a high-performing team