VP, Market Risk Manger - Equities
A top-tier Investment Bank is looking to add a VP-level Market Risk Manager to its U.S. Equities team, covering both cash and derivatives businesses, including structured products, exotics, options, Delta One, and corporate derivatives.
This role will partner closely with trading desks to assess risk exposures, monitor limits, and provide oversight across key risk metrics such as VaR, P&L, and stress testing. The individual will play a key role in challenging and advising the business, while ensuring robust risk management practices are maintained.The hire will join a lean, high-impact team with direct exposure to senior leadership and front-office decision-makers.
The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of experience in Market Risk or Product Control within equities, with a strong understanding of equity derivatives and risk methodologies across global markets.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor and analyze daily market activity and risk exposures across U.S. Equities, with a focus on flow and structured derivatives
- Partner closely with trading desks to evaluate risk positioning, challenge assumptions, and support business strategy
- Produce and enhance risk reporting, stress testing frameworks, and analytic tools to support decision-making
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Credit Risk, IPV, Ops, IT) on risk assessments and transaction approvals
- Communicate key risk themes, P&L drivers, and market developments to senior stakeholders, escalating issues as needed
Qualifications:
- 5-10 years of Market Risk or Product Control experience within equities, with solid exposure to global markets
- Strong knowledge of equity derivatives, including Greeks, stress testing, VaR, and key regulatory frameworks (Basel III, FRTB)
- Experience with structured and exotic products (e.g., barriers, autocallables) and understanding of volatility dynamics
- Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across front office and risk teams
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