Margin Risk Subject Matter Expert-Manager
AJ Consultancy - New York City, NY
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xBroker Dealer seeks a dynamic and strategic leader to spearhead and assist the build out and development of an in-house Margin Risk system as well as be responsible for overseeing and mitigating the day to day financial risks associated with margin trading by monitoring customer accounts, identifying potential exposure, issuing margin calls when necessary, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements related to margin levels, actively managing risk through portfolio analysis, and collaborating with trading and operations teams to maintain a stable financial environment for the firm.Key Responsibilities:Risk Monitoring and Analysis:Continuously monitor customer margin accounts to identify potential risk exposures, including excessive leverage and volatile market conditions.Calculate and track key margin metrics like margin utilization, margin calls, and potential losses.Conduct portfolio analysis to assess the overall risk profile of client accounts.Utilize risk management tools and models to evaluate market fluctuations and their impact on margin requirements.Margin Call Management:Issue margin calls to clients when their account equity falls below required margin levels.Monitor client responses to margin calls and take necessary actions to mitigate pliance and Regulatory Oversight:Ensure adherence to all relevant margin regulations and industry standards.Stay updated on regulatory changes and implement necessary adjustments to margin policies.Conduct periodic compliance reviews and audits related to margin management.Client Relationship Management:Collaborate with trading teams to onboard new clients and explain margin requirements.Provide guidance to trading teams and clients on managing their margin exposure and risk mitigation strategies.Risk Mitigation Strategies:Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies such as position limits, hedging strategies, and portfolio diversification.Monitor the effectiveness of risk mitigation measures and make adjustments as needed.Reporting and Analysis:Generate regular reports for senior management on margin risk metrics, key trends, and potential risks.Conduct risk scenario analysis to assess potential market impacts on margin requirements.
Created: 2025-01-16