Market Risk Analytics - Associate level

Summary Quantitative market risk analytics specialist responsible for developing methodologies and managing analytics for risk models including value-at-risk, stress, and capital models. You will join the Risk Analytics group that partakes in model development over the full life-cycle of modes: from methodology to design to local implementation and validation. You will also provide analysis and feedback on changes to or introduction of new models at the firm. More specifically the Associate will support risk analytics initiatives and development relating to a wide spectrum of businesses, including Interest Rates, FX, Equities, XVA, Banking, and Securitized Products. Responsibilities Execute functional testing to verify correct implementation of risk models, including replication and benchmarking Develop, test, implement and document risk analytics for new products Support the enhancement of infrastructure to implement new risk analytics models including controls to monitor their performance Perform quantitative research to implement model changes, enhancements and remediation plans Work with stakeholders across business and functional teams during model development process Create tools and dashboards which can enhance and improve the risk analysis. Conduct analysis on existing model short-comings and design remediation plans Maintain, update, improve and back-test risk models Analysis of historical time series data Identify risk not captured by analytics, develop and implement methodology to quantify the materiality, and design strategic plan to better integrate and manage such risk Qualifications Masters Degree in a quantitative field preferred Understanding of Value-at-Risk and counterparty exposure models preferred Knowledge of pricing and risk models for financial derivatives Strong analytical skills required to understand quantitative models Strong project, management and organizational skills Strong writing and presentation skills Proficient programming skills in python and database expertise Ability to manage and analyze large data sets The expected base salary ranges from $90,000 - $115,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus. WayUp LI-Hybrid Other requirements Mizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations. Roles in some of our departments have greater in-office requirements that will be communicated to you as part of the recruitment process Company Overview Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is the 15th largest bank in the world as measured by total assets of $2 trillion. Mizuho's 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive financial services to clients in 35 countries and 800 offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Through its acquisition of Greenhill, Mizuho provides M&A, restructuring and private capital advisory capabilities across Americas, Europe and Asia. Mizuho Americas employs approximately 3,500 professionals, and its capabilities span corporate and investment banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research. Visit www.mizuhoamericas.com. Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package. We are an EEO/AA Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran. We participate in the E-Verify program. We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to require pre- and post-hire drug testing as permitted by applicable law. LI-MIZUHO