Risk Analyst

Garda Capital Partners (Garda) is a multi-billion dollar alternative investment firm with over 21 years of experience deploying relative value strategies across fixed income markets for institutional investors. Garda has offices in Wayzata, New York City, West Palm Beach, Geneva, Zug, Copenhagen, Singapore, and Scottsdale.

Garda is looking for a Risk Analyst to join the team in New York.

Position Responsibilities:

• Designing and/or developing quantitative/analytic models to help monitor and manage risk
• Monitoring and analyzing risk exposures on both a day-to-day and long-term basis
• Working independently on complex/important risk management projects
• Develop expertise in the firm's products, trading strategies and market characteristics
• Communication of risk factors to CRO and broader Risk Management team

Qualifications & Desired Skills:

• 4-year degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or related field
• Knowledge and interest in financial markets
• Strong excel skills and demonstrated analytical skills
• Experience with object-oriented development using Python
• Detail-oriented nature with strong verbal and written communication skills
• Critical thinking, strong attention to detail and independent problem solving skills
• Intellectual curiosity and motivation to innovate and improve
• Ability to work effectively in a high-energy, time sensitive team environment
• Ability and willingness to work unconventional hours
• Knowledge of fixed income trading and related financial instruments including bonds and interest rate derivative products are preferred, but not required