420 Financial Risk jobs in Kenya
Lead Financial Risk Analyst - Market & Credit
Posted 4 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Financial Risk Analyst to join their remote team, specializing in market and credit risk assessment. In this fully remote capacity, you will play a crucial role in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating financial risks that could impact the organization. Your primary responsibilities will include developing and implementing robust risk management frameworks, conducting stress testing and scenario analysis, and assessing the potential impact of market volatility and credit defaults on the company's financial health. You will be instrumental in designing and maintaining risk models, ensuring their accuracy and effectiveness. This role demands a deep understanding of financial instruments, market dynamics, regulatory requirements, and credit analysis techniques. You will work closely with various departments, including finance, operations, and compliance, to embed risk awareness and sound risk management practices throughout the organization, all in a virtual collaborative setting. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional analytical and quantitative skills, with a proven ability to interpret complex data and provide clear, actionable recommendations. Strong communication and presentation skills are essential for effectively conveying risk assessments and strategic insights to senior management and other stakeholders remotely. You must be a self-starter, highly organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines independently. Proficiency in risk management software and financial modeling tools is required. This is an outstanding opportunity to contribute to the financial stability and strategic decision-making of a growing organization from the comfort of your home office, impacting risk management strategies relevant to the financial sector in Garissa, Garissa, KE .
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Remote Senior Financial Analyst - Market Risk
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Our client, a reputable financial institution, is seeking a highly analytical Senior Remote Financial Analyst to join their market risk management team. This is a fully remote position, empowering you to conduct vital risk assessments from anywhere while collaborating with teams based in or connected to Kakamega, Kakamega, KE . You will be responsible for analyzing market trends, identifying potential risks, and developing strategies to mitigate exposure. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of financial markets, advanced analytical skills, and a proven ability to interpret complex financial data.
Responsibilities:
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Responsibilities:
- Analyze market data to identify and quantify potential financial risks, including interest rate, currency, and equity risks.
- Develop and implement risk models and methodologies for assessing market exposure.
- Monitor and report on portfolio risk exposures to senior management and relevant stakeholders.
- Conduct stress testing and scenario analysis to evaluate the impact of adverse market conditions.
- Collaborate with trading desks and portfolio managers to understand risk profiles and trading strategies.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of risk management policies and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal risk limits.
- Prepare regular risk reports and presentations for management review.
- Stay abreast of market developments, economic trends, and regulatory changes affecting financial markets.
- Assist in the implementation of new risk management systems and tools.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field; Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial analysis, risk management, or a related field within the financial services industry.
- Strong understanding of financial markets, instruments, and trading strategies.
- Proficiency in quantitative analysis, financial modeling, and statistical software (e.g., R, Python, MATLAB).
- Experience with risk management frameworks and regulatory requirements (e.g., Basel Accords).
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively in a remote environment.
- Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
- Familiarity with financial databases such as Bloomberg or Refinitiv is a plus.
- Must maintain a professional connection and operational alignment with the financial environment associated with Kakamega, Kakamega, KE , while working remotely.
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Senior Financial Risk Analyst - Capital Markets
Posted 10 days ago
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Our client, a leading financial institution, is seeking a highly analytical and experienced Senior Financial Risk Analyst to join their remote-first risk management team. This critical role involves identifying, assessing, and mitigating financial risks within capital markets operations. You will be responsible for developing and implementing robust risk models, monitoring market trends, and providing strategic insights to senior management to safeguard the firm's assets and reputation. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of financial instruments, market dynamics, regulatory frameworks, and quantitative risk methodologies. You will work closely with traders, portfolio managers, and compliance officers to ensure adherence to risk policies and procedures. Key responsibilities include conducting stress testing and scenario analysis, calculating Value at Risk (VaR) and other risk metrics, developing risk reports, and staying abreast of evolving regulatory requirements (e.g., Basel III/IV). Expertise in statistical software (e.g., R, Python) and financial modeling tools is essential. You will also be responsible for managing counterparty credit risk, liquidity risk, and operational risk related to capital markets activities. This position demands exceptional analytical prowess, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly and concisely. Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills are crucial for driving risk initiatives across the organization in this remote capacity.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify, assess, and quantify various financial risks, including market, credit, liquidity, and operational risks.
- Develop, implement, and validate quantitative risk models and methodologies (e.g., VaR, Expected Shortfall).
- Conduct stress testing and scenario analysis to evaluate portfolio resilience under adverse market conditions.
- Monitor market movements, economic indicators, and regulatory changes impacting risk exposure.
- Prepare comprehensive risk reports and presentations for senior management and regulatory bodies.
- Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and internal risk policies.
- Collaborate with trading desks, portfolio managers, and operations teams to manage and mitigate risks.
- Develop and maintain risk management frameworks and tools.
- Provide expert advice on risk management strategies and best practices.
- Contribute to the development of risk appetite statements and limits.
- Stay current with industry best practices and emerging trends in financial risk management.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
- Significant experience in financial risk management, particularly within capital markets.
- Proven expertise in quantitative risk modeling, statistical analysis, and financial econometrics.
- Proficiency in risk management software and tools, and programming languages like R, Python, or MATLAB.
- Strong understanding of financial instruments (equities, fixed income, derivatives) and market risk drivers.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements (e.g., Basel Accords, Dodd-Frank) is essential.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information effectively.
- Ability to work independently and manage priorities in a fully remote environment.
- Professional certifications such as FRM, PRM, or CFA are highly desirable.
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Senior Financial Risk Manager - Capital Markets
Posted 19 days ago
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Our client, a prominent institution in the Banking & Finance sector, is seeking an experienced Senior Financial Risk Manager with a specialization in Capital Markets to join their fully remote team. This critical role involves developing, implementing, and overseeing robust risk management frameworks to safeguard the institution's assets and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements in dynamic capital markets.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement comprehensive risk management policies and procedures for capital markets activities, including market risk, credit risk, and operational risk.
- Conduct in-depth analysis of financial instruments, trading strategies, and market trends to identify and quantify potential risks.
- Design and utilize quantitative risk models (e.g., VaR, stress testing, scenario analysis) to assess and monitor risk exposures.
- Establish risk limits and monitor compliance, escalating breaches and developing mitigation strategies.
- Collaborate with trading desks, portfolio managers, and other business units to integrate risk management into daily operations.
- Prepare regular risk reports for senior management, the board of directors, and regulatory bodies.
- Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and reporting standards (e.g., Basel III, IFRS 9).
- Evaluate and recommend enhancements to risk management systems and technologies.
- Lead and mentor a team of risk analysts, fostering a culture of analytical rigor and risk awareness.
- Stay abreast of evolving market dynamics, regulatory changes, and best practices in financial risk management.
- Effectively communicate risk insights and recommendations to diverse stakeholders in a remote environment.
- Contribute to strategic decision-making by providing informed risk assessments on new products, markets, and initiatives.
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Senior Financial Analyst - Credit Risk Management
Posted 8 days ago
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Our client, a leading financial institution, is seeking a highly analytical and experienced Senior Financial Analyst to join their Credit Risk Management department. This role will be based in Garissa, Garissa, KE and will offer a hybrid work arrangement, allowing for a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility. You will be responsible for assessing and managing credit risk across various portfolios, developing risk models, and providing strategic insights to senior management. Your expertise will be critical in safeguarding the financial health of the organization.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Conduct in-depth analysis of financial statements and credit data to assess the creditworthiness of corporate clients and counterparties.
- Develop, validate, and implement credit risk models and scoring systems.
- Monitor and analyze credit portfolio performance, identifying trends, potential risks, and opportunities for mitigation.
- Prepare comprehensive credit reports, risk assessments, and recommendations for loan approvals and credit limit setting.
- Evaluate economic conditions and industry trends to forecast potential impacts on credit risk.
- Work closely with business units to ensure adherence to credit policies and procedures.
- Develop and maintain documentation for credit risk models and methodologies.
- Assist in stress testing the credit portfolio and assessing capital adequacy.
- Stay informed about regulatory requirements and industry best practices in credit risk management.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior analysts within the team.
- Contribute to the development of new risk management tools and strategies.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field. A Master's degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., FRM, CFA) is a plus.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in credit analysis, risk management, or financial analysis within the banking or financial services sector.
- Strong understanding of financial modeling, statistical analysis, and credit risk modeling techniques.
- Proficiency in using financial software, databases, and analytical tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, R, Python).
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively in a dynamic environment.
- Experience with hybrid work models and effective remote collaboration.
- Knowledge of banking regulations and compliance requirements related to credit risk.
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Lead Financial Risk Analyst
Posted 19 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly analytical and experienced Lead Financial Risk Analyst to join their expanding team. This is a fully remote position, providing a flexible work environment. You will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating financial risks across the organization. The Lead Financial Risk Analyst will play a crucial role in developing and implementing risk management strategies, policies, and procedures to safeguard the company's financial health. This role requires a deep understanding of financial markets, risk modeling, and regulatory compliance.
Key responsibilities include:
The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field. A Master's degree or CFA/FRM certification is highly preferred. You should have a minimum of 7 years of experience in financial risk management, with a strong focus on quantitative analysis and modeling. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, and experience with statistical software, is essential. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are required. Experience in managing remote teams or working effectively in a remote setting is a significant advantage. The ability to translate complex quantitative findings into clear, actionable recommendations is crucial. This remote role offers a fantastic opportunity to influence financial strategy for our client, impacting operations that were traditionally managed from **Mombasa, Mombasa, KE**.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and maintaining sophisticated financial risk models (e.g., credit risk, market risk, operational risk).
- Conducting quantitative analysis to assess the potential impact of various risk scenarios on the company's financial performance.
- Identifying emerging financial risks and developing proactive mitigation strategies.
- Monitoring and analyzing financial market data and economic indicators for potential risk factors.
- Ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations and reporting requirements.
- Collaborating with business units to understand their risk exposures and provide guidance on risk management.
- Preparing comprehensive risk reports for senior management and regulatory bodies.
- Leading and mentoring junior risk analysts, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
- Developing and implementing risk management policies and procedures.
- Staying updated on best practices in financial risk management and quantitative analysis.
The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field. A Master's degree or CFA/FRM certification is highly preferred. You should have a minimum of 7 years of experience in financial risk management, with a strong focus on quantitative analysis and modeling. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, and experience with statistical software, is essential. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are required. Experience in managing remote teams or working effectively in a remote setting is a significant advantage. The ability to translate complex quantitative findings into clear, actionable recommendations is crucial. This remote role offers a fantastic opportunity to influence financial strategy for our client, impacting operations that were traditionally managed from **Mombasa, Mombasa, KE**.
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Lead Financial Risk Manager
Posted 19 days ago
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Our client, a prominent financial institution known for its stability and innovation, is seeking a Lead Financial Risk Manager to join their fully remote risk management division. This senior role is crucial for developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive strategies to identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks across the organization. You will be responsible for managing market risk, credit risk, operational risk, and liquidity risk, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and safeguarding the institution's financial health. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in financial risk modeling, quantitative analysis, regulatory compliance (e.g., Basel Accords), and risk management frameworks. This fully remote position demands a strategic, analytical, and detail-oriented professional who can independently lead complex risk assessment projects and collaborate effectively with finance, legal, and operational teams from a distance. Your responsibilities will include developing risk policies and procedures, conducting scenario analysis, stress testing portfolios, and preparing detailed risk reports for senior management and regulatory bodies. We are looking for a thought leader who can remotely influence risk appetite and strategy, contributing to the long-term financial resilience of the institution. The ability to interpret complex financial data, communicate risk implications clearly, and propose effective mitigation strategies is essential. This role offers the advantage of remote work, providing flexibility while requiring a high level of autonomy, strategic foresight, and unwavering commitment to financial integrity. Join our client and shape the future of financial risk management from **Nairobi, Nairobi, KE**.
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Lead Quantitative Analyst - Financial Risk
Posted 10 days ago
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Our client, a prestigious international bank, is seeking an experienced Lead Quantitative Analyst to bolster its financial risk management division. This is a fully remote position, offering the opportunity to leverage your advanced analytical skills from anywhere in the world. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and validating complex quantitative models to assess and manage various financial risks, including market risk, credit risk, and operational risk. Your role will involve sophisticated data analysis, statistical modeling, and the use of programming languages such as Python, R, or C++. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's or Ph.D. in a quantitative field such as Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or Physics, along with significant experience in financial modeling and risk analytics within the banking sector. You should demonstrate a deep understanding of risk management frameworks (e.g., Basel Accords) and regulatory requirements. Exceptional programming skills, proficiency with financial databases (e.g., Bloomberg, Refinitiv), and experience with machine learning techniques applied to finance are essential. This position requires strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities, along with the capacity to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences. You will lead a team of quantitative analysts, providing technical guidance, mentoring, and oversight. The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet tight deadlines, and maintain a high level of accuracy in a demanding remote environment is crucial. While this role is entirely remote, an understanding of financial markets and regulatory landscapes relevant to Naivasha, Nakuru, KE and the broader Kenyan economy can provide valuable context. We are looking for an innovative and highly analytical professional dedicated to advancing the bank's risk management capabilities.
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Senior Financial Risk Analyst
Posted 19 days ago
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Our client, a prominent financial institution, is seeking a highly analytical and experienced Senior Financial Risk Analyst to join their fully remote risk management team. This key position will focus on identifying, assessing, and mitigating various financial risks, including market risk, credit risk, and operational risk, across the organization. You will be responsible for developing and implementing risk models, conducting stress testing, and providing actionable insights and recommendations to senior management to ensure the financial stability and compliance of the institution. The ideal candidate possesses a strong quantitative background, deep knowledge of financial markets, risk management frameworks, and advanced analytical skills.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
- Identify, measure, and monitor key financial risks, including market risk, credit risk, liquidity risk, and operational risk.
- Develop, validate, and implement sophisticated risk models and methodologies.
- Conduct regular stress testing and scenario analysis to assess the impact of adverse market conditions.
- Analyze financial data and market trends to identify emerging risks and opportunities.
- Prepare comprehensive risk reports and presentations for senior management, regulatory bodies, and the board of directors.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices related to financial risk management.
- Develop and recommend risk mitigation strategies and control measures.
- Collaborate with various departments, including trading, operations, and compliance, to integrate risk management principles into business processes.
- Stay current with financial market developments, regulatory changes, and advancements in risk management techniques.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of the organization's risk appetite framework.
- Perform ad-hoc analysis and research on specific risk-related issues.
- Mentor and guide junior risk analysts.
- Enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of risk management systems and processes.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
- Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in financial risk management, quantitative analysis, or a related role within the banking or financial services industry.
- Strong understanding of financial markets, instruments, and trading strategies.
- Proficiency in statistical modeling, data analysis tools (e.g., R, Python, SQL), and risk management software.
- Experience with regulatory frameworks such as Basel Accords is highly desirable.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial concepts clearly.
- Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
- Professional certifications such as FRM or CFA are a significant plus.
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Senior Financial Risk Manager
Posted 19 days ago
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Our client, a prominent global financial institution, is actively recruiting a Senior Financial Risk Manager to bolster its risk management capabilities. This position is fully remote, providing an exceptional opportunity for seasoned professionals to contribute from any location. The ideal candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of financial markets, sophisticated risk modeling techniques, and regulatory frameworks governing the banking sector. You will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating a wide range of financial risks, including market risk, credit risk, liquidity risk, and operational risk. This includes developing and implementing robust risk management policies and procedures, conducting stress testing, and scenario analysis. You will play a key role in advising senior management on risk appetite, capital adequacy, and strategic financial decisions. The ability to analyze complex financial data, interpret market trends, and translate them into actionable risk management strategies is essential. You will also be involved in ensuring compliance with international regulatory requirements such as Basel III/IV. Collaboration with internal audit, compliance, and business units will be integral to your success. Strong quantitative skills, proficiency in financial modeling software, and excellent communication and presentation abilities are required. Experience with risk management frameworks (e.g., COSO ERM) and data visualization tools is highly advantageous. If you are a strategic thinker with a deep commitment to sound financial risk management and thrive in a remote, high-impact environment, we encourage you to apply. While our core activities are associated with **Nairobi, Nairobi, KE**, this role operates independently of geographical constraints.
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