MISSION

This role is supporting the Company's mission to establish a robust risk management framework that ensures financial stability and optimizes risk-return trade-offs in our precious metals trading operations. By proactively identifying and mitigating market and credit risks, we aim to enhance profitability while safeguarding the company against volatility, counterparty exposures, and regulatory challenges. The Financial Risk Manager will play a key role in maintaining resilience and promoting a strong organizational risk culture.

MAIN ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Market Risk Management:

• Monitor, analyze, and manage market risk exposures related to precious metals and FX markets
• Develop and enhance risk models to assess potential impacts of market movements.
• Establish and maintain risk limits, ensuring adherence to company policies.
• Collaborate with traders to assess hedge effectiveness and trading strategies.
• Conduct stress testing and scenario analysis to evaluate potential market risks.
• Prepare regular reports on risk exposures, trends, and mitigation measures for senior management

Credit Risk Management:

• Assess counterparty creditworthiness by conducting due diligence and financial analysis.
• Monitor credit exposures and recommend appropriate risk mitigation strategies.
• Develop and implement credit risk frameworks, policies, and guidelines.
• Manage collateral requirements and ensure adequate risk-adjusted pricing for counterparties.
• Prepare regular reports on risk exposures, trends, and mitigation measures for senior management.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree in finance, Economics, Mathematics, Risk Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in risk management, preferably within a commodities or banking environment.
• Professional certifications such as FRM (Financial Risk Manager) or CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) are a plus.
• Advanced Excel, VBA, SQL, and Python skills for data analysis and risk modeling are a plus.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Fluency in English is a must; additional languages are a plus.
• Strong knowledge of financial markets, including trading, derivatives, and hedging strategies.
• Understanding of key financial instruments used in commodity and FX markets (Spot, Forwards, Swaps, Options etc.). Experience in the precious metals industry is a plus.
• Proficiency in risk modeling, statistical analysis, and market risk measurement techniques.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to interact with senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced trading environment.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in risk assessments.
• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset.