Senior Analyst, Market Risk Capital

Job summary

The analyst is responsible for performing in-depth operational analysis to support FRTB trading desk quantitative risk requirements. They will also manage stakeholder requests, audit requirements, and ensure data lineage is properly implemented within the enterprise market risk system.

Job details

Application Deadline: 10/29/2026 Address: 250 Yonge Street Job Family Group: Data Analytics & Reporting Hybrid requirement: 3x per week in office (subject to change) Description As a member of the FRTB (Fundamental Review of the Trading Book) BAU team, the analyst is primarily responsible for performing operational in-depth analysis to support the FRTB trading desk quantitative risk requirements. Additionally, the analyst is expected to answer to the extended scope of projects, audit requirements, ad hoc requests and expansion of the team’s responsibilities and mandate in the risk infrastructure area. Key Accountabilities Operational Review of FRTB production run Understand both FRTB regulatory and business requirements, analyze and communicate the trends, drivers and provide context therein with respect to changes in the market risk profile of each line of business Perform the FRTB data validation checks set out by the team’s mandates Diligently perform detailed qualitative analysis, identifying, tracking, escalating and/or resolving issues with market risk managers Support the maintenance and improvement of operational procedures and processes that facilitate the market risk analytics and reporting, distribute timely accurate and complete market risk measurement Liaise timely with the stakeholders across Market Risk and the Enterprise in efforts to ensure data lineage is properly accounted for and implemented in the enterprise market risk system Ensure strong governance and effective controls across activities and information in accordance with team, department, enterprise and Regulatorily Assist and collaborate in new and revised initiatives, reports and projects Manage the stakeholder requests, audit requirements and issues proficiently, professionally and expeditiously Proactively assist and support the functions and tasks of the team Qualifications a) Knowledge: 1-3 years of relevant financial industry experience in regulatory reporting, data reconciliation or related role preferred Knowledge of different financial instruments and market risk measures Knowledge of different Capital Markets Products In-depth knowledge of SQL, VBA and Excel formulas Prior SDLC experience with JIRA is preferred Prior academic or business Python coding experience would be an asset Understanding of Enterprise Risk Management key policies and infrastructure would be an asset b) Skills: Undergraduate and/or postgraduate degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Finance, Business or related discipline Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, ability to cope with a high degree of ambiguity and change Strong work ethic, detail-oriented, ability to prioritize and manage tasks and deadlines Salary: $55,500.00 - $120,000.00 Pay Type: Salaried The above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type. Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position. BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards About Us At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. 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What you’ll do

The analyst is responsible for performing in-depth operational analysis to support FRTB trading desk quantitative risk requirements. They will also manage stakeholder requests, audit requirements, and ensure data lineage is properly implemented within the enterprise market risk system.

Requirements

Candidates should have 1-3 years of relevant financial industry experience and a degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Finance, or a related discipline. Proficiency in SQL, VBA, and Excel is required, with Python and SDLC experience considered an asset.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Accident insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement savings plans
• Performance-based incentives
• Discretionary bonuses

Listed skills

• SQL · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Python · Preferred
• Data Validation · Preferred
• Jira · Preferred
• Risk Management · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• SQL
• VBA
• Excel
• Python
• Data validation
• Market risk analysis
• Regulatory reporting
• Data reconciliation
• Financial instruments
• Capital markets products
• SDLC
• Jira
• Risk management
• Problem-solving
• Analytical skills
• Data Lineage
• Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
• Strong Work Ethic
• Analytical Skills
• Data Analysis
• JIRA
• Auditing
• Reconciliation
• Business Requirements
• Capital Markets
• Computer Science
• Data Validation
• Economic Growth
• Finance
• Excel Formulas
• Financial Services
• Financial Instrument
• Governance
• Health Insurance
• Problem Solving
• Python (Programming Language)
• Market Risk
• Milestones (Project Management)
• Systems Development Life Cycle
• Coaching
• SQL (Programming Language)
• Trading Room
• Visual Basic For Applications
• Qualitative Analysis
• Prioritization
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Data & Analytics
• Technology
• Management & Leadership
• Market Risk Analyst
• Risk Consultant
• Management and Organization Analysts
• Financial Risk Specialists

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