JP Morgan Chase - Manager - CIB Risk Analyst - Asia Hedge Funds & Asset (6-10 yrs)

Description:

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and growing team in a fast paced and challenging area? This is a unique opportunity for you to work in our team to partner with the Business to provide a comprehensive view.

As a Commercial & Investment bank(CIB) Analyst, you will be responsible for Credit Risk Management houses the bank's internal credit experts who provide transaction execution and ongoing management of the bank's credit exposure portfolio. The team covers activities of the bank that give rise to credit risk across multiple product

Job responsibilities:

- Credit Officer for a portfolio of Asia-Pac Hedge Funds and Asset Managers, acting as the main point of contact for all Lines of Businesses. Maintain primary responsibility for the management of the on-going credit relationship by assigning internal ratings, recommending credit appetite and critically assessing the output of risk measures to determine appropriateness given specific client circumstances

- Participate in client due diligence meetings, transaction structuring / execution and oversee negotiation of legal documentation. Review and approve trading activity, including recommending margin requirements as well as structural enhancements

- Be responsive and constructive with colleagues in the Business / Legal. Build effective client partnerships, both internally and externally. Ensure that the Business' priorities are understood, challenged and managed

- Demonstrate deep understanding of Hedge Fund / Asset Manager investment strategies and risks inherent to them

- Work closely with NA / EMEA Credit counterparts to maintain a consistent global coverage model

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

- Tertiary qualification in Business, Finance or a related field. Relevant post graduate qualifications (e.g. CFA, Masters of Finance) would be highly regarded

- Familiarity with the concepts of Credit Risk - how it may arise and potential mitigants

- Understanding of the theory behind the risk and return metrics (VaR, Stress, MTM, DV01, etc), including critical assessment of shortcomings / strengths of various measures / methods

- Knowledge of financial markets (including macro and micro economics). Some understanding of the Hedge Fund and Asset Management industry, their investment strategies and risks inherent to them would be highly regarded

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with an interest in client interaction and an ability to work well in a team environment. Be able to establish credibility & trust with both internal and external stakeholders, and possess an ability to communicate pertinent complex information in a clear and organized manner

- Strong organizational and time management skills, ability to learn quickly, and a high level of attention to detail

- Highly motivated with a natural passion to learn with high level of intellectual curiosity

- Strong sense of accountability and ownership of tasks

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

- Counterparty credit risk analysis skills, with experience in conducting diligence on Hedge Funds, Asset Managers or Financial Institutions obtained in a corporate or investment bank

- Knowledge of the asset management industry, hedge fund strategies and associated products (Prime Brokerage, Clearing, Securities Financing and Derivatives etc.) is a plus.

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

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