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RQD* Clearing · 13 hours ago

Junior Margin/Risk Analyst

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

$75K/yr - $125K/yr

3+ years exp

RQD Clearing is seeking a Junior Margin/Risk Analyst to join their team and play a key role in monitoring client risk exposure and processing margin requirements. The ideal candidate will work closely with operations and settlement teams while developing expertise in regulatory compliance and risk management for the clearing firm.

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Responsibilities

Perform daily risk monitoring, including real-time analysis through trading hours

Monitor client positions and account activity to identify potential risk exposures and margin deficiencies

Analyze and handle margin calls, calculating and verifying requirements while coordinating with clients and internal teams for timely resolution

Ensure compliance with applicable margin rules and regulations, including Regulation T and exchange requirements

Conduct regulatory compliance reviews and reporting

Assist with quantitative risk assessments for ad hoc projects and client onboarding

Handle exception management and escalation

Collaborate with operations and settlement teams to support trade processing, account maintenance, and clearing firm activities

Maintain accurate documentation and reporting of margin activity and risk metrics

Qualification

Margin processingRisk reviewRegulatory complianceSeries 7 licenseOptions theoryExcelAnalytical skillsHigh-pressure environmentCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, or related field

3-5 years of experience in margin processing, risk review, or related operations within the securities industry

Series 7 license required (or willingness to obtain upon hire)

Strong knowledge of margin rules and regulations

Knowledge of options theory and options greek risk measurements

Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to thrive in a real-time, high-pressure environment and manage multiple priorities

Preferred

Clearing industry experience a plus

Knowledge of Regulation T (Rule 4210) and Portfolio Margin a plus

Familiarity with Excel, VBA, SQL a plus

Company

RQD* Clearing

RQD* Clearing is a next-generation correspondent clearing provider, providing advanced clearing, custody and execution solutions built for the modern markets.

Founded in 2021

New York, New York, USA

11-50 employees