
Risk Analyst at Geneva Trading
Chicago OfficeFull-timeRiskPosted about 1 month ago
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<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Founded in 1999, Geneva Trading is a premier global principal trading firm with strategically located offices in Chicago, Dublin, and London. Our relentless focus on trading excellence combined with technological innovation has equipped us with a best-in-class proprietary trading platform, enabling us to compete at the highest levels in the global markets. Rooted in a culture of integrity, collaboration, and an unwavering passion for progress, we foster an environment of personal and professional excellence. Our nimble organizational structure and entrepreneurial spirit attract top-tier talent with a passion for innovation, laying the foundation and driving our consistent success in the industry.</span></p>
<p> </p></div><p><span data-contrast="auto">Department: Risk Management</span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Reports to Director of Risk</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 2">About the Role:</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"335559738":200,"335559739":0}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">We are seeking a dynamic on-site Risk Analyst to join our proprietary trading firm. This role is centered on real-time monitoring of trading activity, with a particular focus on futures markets. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of trading environments and risk exposure, and will thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure setting.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 2">Key Responsibilities:</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"335559738":200,"335559739":0}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":360,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"singleLevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">Monitor live trading activity across </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">a broad spectrum of asset classes</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet"> to </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">identify</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet"> and escalate risk exposures</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet"> and breaches</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet"> in real time.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":360,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"singleLevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">Collaborate closely with traders, operations, and technology teams</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">.</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet"> </span></span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":360,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"singleLevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">Interpret trading behavior and market movements to assess potential risk implications.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":360,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"singleLevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">Support the development and refinement of risk monitoring tools and dashboards</span></span><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet"> </span></span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":360,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"singleLevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">Contribute to post-trade reviews and risk incident analysis.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":360,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"singleLevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">Assist</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet"> in the enforcement of trading limits and risk policies.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 2">What </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 2">We’re</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 2"> Looking For:</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"335559738":200,"335559739":0}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":360,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"singleLevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">Industry Experience: Prior experience in a trading, risk, or operations role within a proprietary trading firm, hedge fund, or investment bank is</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet"> </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">preferred</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet"> but not essential.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":360,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"singleLevel"}" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">Market Knowledge: Strong understanding of </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">futures</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet"> markets and trading mechanics.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":360,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"singleLevel"}" data-aria-posinset="9" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">Calm Under Pressure: Ability to remain composed and make sound judgments in a fast-moving, high-</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">stakes</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet"> environment.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":360,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"singleLevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to clearly articulate risk concerns to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":360,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"singleLevel"}" data-aria-posinset="11" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">C</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">ollaborative mindset</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">: This is</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet"> a key requirement. The ideal candidate will have</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet"> a willingness to work closely with cross-functional teams.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":360,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"singleLevel"}" data-aria-posinset="12" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">Analytical Thinking: Strong attention to detail and the ability to interpret complex trading data quickly and accurately.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":360,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"singleLevel"}" data-aria-posinset="13" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">Technical Skills: While advanced programming or quantitative modeling is not </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">required</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">, comfort with using trading and risk platforms, Excel, and basic data tools is expected.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":360,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"singleLevel"}" data-aria-posinset="13" data-aria-level="1">Able to work in the office 5 days a week</li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 2">Preferred Qualifications:</span></span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"134245418":true,"134245529":true,"335559738":200,"335559739":0}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":360,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"singleLevel"}" data-aria-posinset="14" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">Bachelor’s degree in Finance</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">, Economics, or </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">a related</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet"> field.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":360,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"singleLevel"}" data-aria-posinset="15" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">Familiarity with risk frameworks and trading compliance standards.</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="1" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":360,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"singleLevel"}" data-aria-posinset="16" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="List Bullet">Experience working in a 24/5 or global trading environment is a plus.</span></span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Compensation</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">Base Salary Range:</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> $95,000 - $150,000, plus eligibility for a performance-based bonus.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate’s skills, experience, education, and qualifications. In addition to base salary, Geneva Trading offers a competitive total rewards package, including a comprehensive benefits program. Learn more about our employee incentives here: </span><a href="https://www.genevatrading.com/employee-incentives/"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">https://www.genevatrading.com/employee-incentives/</span></span></a><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">Application expected to close: 7/01/2026</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335557856":16777215,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p>
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</div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.</span></p></div>
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