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Assistant Vice President, Market Risk Manager

Finance
Chicago, IL | Full-time | Office
Our hiring partner is one of the largest and most respected securities firms and investment banks in the U.S. With a national presence and over 100 offices, they offer a full suite of financial services through Wealth Management, Capital Markets, Futures, and Advanced Clearing & Prime Services divisions. Their consistent growth is built on a commitment to personalized client service and innovation.

About the Role:
We are currently seeking a AVP, Market Risk Analytics Manager – FICCS to join the Risk and Credit Group in the Chicago office. This position will be responsible for overseeing market risk analytics for multi-asset classes, with a specific focus on futures, options on futures, FX, power products, and fixed income. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical knowledge, leadership capabilities, and hands-on experience in risk monitoring and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Monitor client trading activity across asset classes and produce risk monitoring reports.
  • Design SQL queries and manage relational databases to automate and support reporting tasks.
  • Lead a team issuing intraday and overnight calls and managing client risk limit breaches.
  • Calibrate risk systems for daily monitoring and produce management reporting packages.
  • Oversee and manage stress testing and 1.73 liquidation reports.
  • Analyze client P&L and stress tests to identify risk exposures and propose mitigating strategies.
  • Serve as backup for daily approvals of outgoing wires and ACHs.
  • Manage and compile reports for various exchange default management systems.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to improve internal processes, reporting accuracy, and data transparency.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of relevant experience in futures, FX, and fixed income markets.
  • Strong understanding of Power and Energy Futures products, with knowledge of exchange requirements and tools (e.g., CME, ICE, Nodal).
  • Proficient in option strategies, margin calculations, and credit limit settings.
  • Experience with risk policy development and control frameworks.
  • Technical expertise in SQL and Tableau required.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a time-sensitive environment.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to lead and develop team members.

What’s Offered:
  • Competetive base salary + bonus potential
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Health Savings Account with employer contributions
  • FSA for health and dependent care
  • Pre-Tax commuter benefits
  • 401(k) with competitive company match and profit sharing
  • Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
  • Paid time off: 3 weeks vacation, 2 weeks sick leave, 10 paid holidays
  • Paid leaves for parental bonding, jury duty, volunteer time, and more
  • FINRA License Sponsorship
  • Travel assistance and employee discount programs
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