Risk Analyst

at  SP Global

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience. Minimum of 2-3 years of related field experience (financial services industry experience, must include direct experience in risk management)
Knowledge of the financial services industry, products, and regulatory environment
Experience conducting risk and control assessments (RCSA)
Knowledge of Key Process Indicators (KPI) and Key Risk Indicators (KRI)
Familiarity with industry compliance standards and regulations
Proficient in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office suite
Experience with data visualization software (e.g., Power BI) a plus
Ability to understand broader business issues
Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills - ability to drive in a fast paced, deadline driven environment and work under pressure in a dynamic and complex environment
About OSTTRA
Candidates should note that OSTTRA is an independent firm, jointly owned by S&P Global and CME Group. As part of the joint venture, S&P Global provides recruitment services to OSTTRA - however, successful candidates will be interviewed and directly employed by OSTTRA, joining our global team of more than 1,200 post trade experts.
OSTTRA was formed in 2021 through the combination of four businesses that have been at the heart of post trade evolution and innovation for the last 20+ years: MarkitServ, Traiana, TriOptima and Reset. OSTTRA is a joint venture, owned 50/50 by S&P Global and CME Group.
With an outstanding track record of developing and supporting critical market infrastructure, our combined network connects thousands of market participants to streamline end to end workflows - from trade capture at the point of execution, through portfolio optimization, to clearing and settlement.
Joining the OSTTRA team is a unique opportunity to help build a bold new business with an outstanding heritage in financial technology, playing a central role in supporting global financial markets.
Learn more at www.osttra.com .
What’s In It For You?

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Risk Analyst
Being a member of the OSTTRA Corporate Risk office, means you will be part of a diverse and collaborative team. The Corporate Risk office serves as the front-line risk team for the organization and is accountable for assessing and instituting effective management of risks, as well as conformance with enterprise policies, frameworks, and standards.
You will serve as a risk champion who will partner with the Line Managers, Business, Legal, Risk, and Compliance teams, as well as the rest of the control functions in the identification, assessment, monitoring, and mitigation of risks in both business-as-usual processes and across change initiatives. You will assist with managing a comprehensive portfolio of risk management action plans across the organization, and will challenge, problem solve, and escalate issues/concerns as appropriate.
You should be highly perceptive and have the ability to communicate effectively and present plans in a convincing way. Ultimately, you will ensure that our company secures its reputation and profitability by controlling and managing risk.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct assessments to define and analyze possible risks/Evaluate the gravity of each risk by considering its consequences
Develop and maintain risk management controls and systems
Design processes to eliminate or mitigate potential risks
Evaluate existing policies and procedures to find opportunities for improvement
Prepare reports and present recommendations
Track open actions and maintain risk register
Build risk awareness amongst employees by providing support and training within the company
Drive a holistic view that takes into account many diverse perspectives on risks and recognize how risks intersect and play out across many departments and functions within the organization
Prepare reports and presentations to risk management and firm leadership