Deputy/assistant Director, Financial Risk Specialist (contract)

Singapore, Singapore

Job Description


What the role is:[What the role is]
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is Singapore\'s central bank and integrated financial regulator.As central bank, MAS promotes sustained, non-inflationary economic growth through the conduct of monetary policy and close macroeconomic surveillance and analysis. It manages Singapore\'s exchange rate, official foreign reserves, and liquidity in the banking sector.As an integrated financial supervisor, MAS fosters a sound financial services sector through its prudential oversight of all financial institutions in Singapore - banks, insurers, capital market intermediaries, financial advisors, and stock exchanges. It is also responsible for well-functioning financial markets, sound conduct, and investor education.MAS also works with the financial industry to promote Singapore as a dynamic international financial centre. It facilitates the development of infrastructure, adoption of technology, and upgrading of skills in the financial industry.Join us now, if you have a genuine interest in making an impact to help shape Singapore\'s economic and financial landscape.[What you will be working on]Banking Department is keen to recruit a Financial Risk Specialist to support the supervision of financial institutions\' trading activities and management of the attendant risks.As a Financial Risk Specialist, you will be part of a team in charge of:Evaluating banks\' front office controls, risk management and valuation processes and methodologies, as well as their valuation, market and counterparty risk models. Crafting supervisory guidance, as needed, to raise the quality of market risk management will also be part of this responsibility.Identifying system-wide risks in the banking sector by analysing regulatory risk returns and developing risk indicators using supervisory and publicly available data.Researching into new risk management techniques/framework in response to market developments; andProviding consultation in the areas of risk analytics, risk modelling and valuation practices to other departments within MAS.[What are we looking for]Front office or market risk management experience with a financial institution preferred.Strong interest in developments in the financial markets.Good knowledge of financial products and their related financial risks.Proficient in use of analytical tools/software.Inquisitive, analytical, quantitative, and has an eye for detail.Ability to communicate technical knowledge well, both spoken and in writing.Relevant certification in Quantitative Finance or professional qualifications like CFA, PRM or FRM will be advantageous.This is a 1-year contract position. As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.All applicants will be notified on whether they are shortlisted or not within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.About Monetary Authority of Singapore:MAS is the central bank of Singapore. Our mission is to promote sustained non-inflationary economic growth, and a sound and progressive financial centre.

Monetary Authority of Singapore

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1463114
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Singapore, Singapore
  • Education
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