Credit Risk and Trading Analyst

Job Description: Credit Trading Specialist – Exotics Derivatives Products Location : London, UK Contract : 6 months (Extendable) Daily Rate : £negotiable as per Market Rate, Inside IR35 Work Arrangement : Onsite 3 days per week Role Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Credit Trading Specialist with extensive experience in exotic products to join our dynamic team in London. This role will focus on supporting credit trading activities, particularly for exotic products such as Credit-Linked Notes (CLNs) and Total Return Swaps (TRSs) . The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring accurate booking, pricing, and execution of complex financial instruments while contributing to the success of our trading strategies. Key Responsibilities Trade Support : Ensure accurate booking and lifecycle management of exotic credit trading products, including CLNs, TRSs, and other structured derivatives. Pricing Expertise : Collaborate with traders and quants to validate pricing models, perform price validation, and assess P&L impacts for exotic trades. Financial Mechanics : Analyze and understand the financial mechanics of credit derivatives, including payoff structures, credit risk, and valuation dynamics. Risk Management : Support risk management activities by monitoring positions, exposure, and key risk metrics associated with exotic credit products. Stakeholder Collaboration : Work closely with trading desks, technology teams, and operations to ensure seamless trade execution, reporting, and compliance. Process Enhancement : Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation to enhance operational efficiency in trade booking and management. Key Skills and Experience Credit Trading Expertise : Proven experience working extensively in credit trading with a strong focus on exotic products (e.g., CLNs, TRSs). Technical Proficiency : Deep understanding of the financial mechanics, booking, and pricing of exotic credit derivatives. Product Knowledge : Strong familiarity with credit-linked securities, structured notes, and derivative contracts. Analytical Skills : Excellent quantitative and analytical skills with a solid understanding of market dynamics, valuation, and P&L analysis. Communication : Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Adaptability : Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage competing priorities effectively. Preferred Qualifications Experience in a global financial institution or investment bank. Familiarity with trading platforms, pricing tools, and risk management systems. Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks governing credit trading and derivatives markets.

Location: London, GB

Posted Date: 1/21/2025