Risk Management, Market Risk Manager - Commodities, Associate / Vice President

OverviewRisk Management, Market Risk Manager - Commodities, Associate / Vice President, London. The role resides within FRM''s Market Risk Department. The Market Risk Management Division (MRD) is responsible for the independent identification, analysis, reporting and escalation of all market risk exposures arising from EMEA business activities, acting independently of business management and providing an effective challenge process. The role will be located on the trading floor and will cover the commodities business, including North America Power and Gas, EU Power and Gas, Emissions, Oil and Oil Products, Metals and Agricultural Products, with a primary focus on Oil/products, EU Power and Gas and Metals.

Firm Risk Management (FRM) supports Morgan Stanley to achieve its business goals by partnering with business units across the Firm to realize efficient risk-adjusted returns, acting as a strategic advisor to the Board and protecting the Firm from exposure to losses as a result of credit, market, liquidity, operational, model and other risks.

What you will be doing

Assessment of market risks, concentrations and top risks.

As a desk-facing manager, independently challenge traders, trading management and strategists with appropriate escalation of risks identified to senior risk managers.

Real-time involvement in approval of complex and large transactions. Perform deal analysis, assess overlooked risks, agree hedging strategies with the Front Office, determine approval standards and write concise decision support briefs.

Develop risk methodologies, stress scenarios and tools. Contribute to system improvements working closely with traders, quantitative analysts, IT and other groups within the Firm.

Contribute to the assessment of the suitability and performance of pricing, risk and capital models and work with relevant groups to address material deficiencies.

What we’re looking for

Degree or equivalent in a quantitative subject, mathematics, statistics or engineering.

Minimum 3 years of experience in commodities markets, particularly in energy (Oil, Power/NatGas) or metals.

Strong familiarity with VaR calculations, stress testing and scenario analysis for commodity products (preferred).

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Confidence to take ideas forward and to challenge others, with experience in management by influence, facilitating and gaining consensus.

Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of stakeholders and deliver clear risk presentations to senior management.

Skills that will help you

Ability to work independently in a self-directed way within a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Strong organizational skills with an ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, often balancing multiple high-priority deliverables.

Where you will be workingThis role is based at 20 Bank Street, London.

What you can expect from Morgan StanleyWe are committed to maintaining a first-class service and high standard of excellence. Our values include putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, and committing to diversity and inclusion. Morgan Stanley offers opportunities for professional development, collaboration with diverse colleagues, and attractive employee benefits.

Regulatory and flexible workCertified Persons Regulatory Requirements: If this role is deemed a Certified role and may require mandatory regulatory qualifications or minimum qualifications to meet internal company benchmarks.

Flexible work: Morgan Stanley supports flexible working arrangements. Speak to the recruitment team to learn more.

Equal opportunityMorgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our diverse workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, with varied backgrounds, talents, perspectives and experiences.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

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