Associate Director- Commodity Market Risk

3 weeks ago


Toronto, Canada RBC Full time

Associate Director- Commodity Market Risk 5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants What is the opportunity? The Associate Director – Commodity Local Market Risk, Group Risk Management, will play a pivotal role in establishing and maintaining a top-tier risk oversight framework. Key Responsibilities Monitor and evaluate the risk profile for the Commodities business, focusing on power and natural gas trading. Proactively identify, assess, and address potential risk exposures. Define approved tradable instruments and products within the Commodities space, ensuring alignment with the organization’s risk appetite and strategic goals. Design and manage market risk metrics and limits, including Greek sensitivities, stress testing scenarios, and stress shock calibrations. Ensure compliance with internal risk management policies and external regulatory requirements. Oversee adherence to established risk limits and frameworks, providing timely reporting and insights. What will you do? Monitor and analyze risk exposure to provide actionable insights. Investigate emerging risks and deliver value‑added insights to senior management. Evaluate trading strategies for risk tolerance and risk‑reward balance. Collaborate with trading teams to address risk‑related issues. Enhance risk infrastructure, including product mandates and limit reviews. Coordinate stakeholder collaboration for risk modernization projects. Review significant transactions and implement robust risk controls. Identify and implement process improvement opportunities. What do you need to succeed? Independent and curious, capable of working autonomously with minimal supervision. Strong team player with excellent communication skills, delivering clear messages in high‑pressure settings. Market risk expertise (3–7 years) in trade‑floor market risk functions; knowledge of commodity vanilla and exotic derivatives, Greek sensitivities, VaR, stress testing, scenario analysis, regulatory capital requirements under FRTB. Educational background: MBA, MA, MS, or equivalent in finance, economics, or a quantitative discipline. Project management skills with experience in coordinating projects. Technical proficiency in Python, Tableau, Bloomberg. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. What’s in it for you? Opportunity to learn various asset classes and exposure to multiple trading businesses, including structured products. Accelerated career progression for high performers. Opportunity to make a lasting impact. Strong leaders and peers supporting development through coaching. Comprehensive total rewards program including bonuses, flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable. Potential to grow within related business areas. Key Skills Decision Making, Financial Instruments, Group Problem Solving, Market Risk, Performance Management, Resource Coordination, Risk Management, Waterfall Model Job Details Address: ROYAL BANK PLAZA, 200 BAY ST:TORONTO City: Toronto Country: Canada Work Hours/Week: 37.5 Employment Type: Full Time Platform: GROUP RISK MANAGEMENT Job Type: Regular Pay Type: Salaried Posted Date: Application Deadline: Equal Opportunity Employment Statement We believe an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will be treated fairly and equally. RBC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Join our Talent Community Stay in‑the‑know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips, and recruitment events. #J-18808-Ljbffr



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