Market Risk Analyst

About Us

DV Group is a financial services firm founded over 15 years ago in Chicago, with more than 450 people operating throughout North America and Europe. As an independent proprietary trading firm, DV Trading utilizes its own capital, trading strategies, and risk management methodologies to provide liquidity to worldwide financial markets. The group includes two broker dealers, a cryptocurrency market making firm, and an investment adviser.

About the Role

We are seeking a Market Risk Analyst to oversee daily risk monitoring, reporting, and market analysis of trading portfolios. The ideal candidate will help build and support more robust automation around our risk processes, reporting, and frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Generate firm overview reports including VAR, stress testing, intraday PNL, and various trading strategies
• Monitor trading activities and identify potential scenarios and positions that pose threats to the firm and individual trading groups
• Review daily margin requirements and resolve exchange-related issues
• Maintain and monitor the firm's proprietary risk models
• Collaborate with back office and operations to develop automated reporting and optimized risk processes

Requirements

• 1-3 years of risk and/or derivatives experience with financial products like futures and options
• Experience understanding and monitoring exchange margin requirements and calculations
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Excel, Python, and/or VBA
• Strong interest in financial markets
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrates curiosity, initiative, and quick learning

Nice to Have

• Experience in energy/commodities markets

Compensation

Base salary range of $115,000 - $150,000 with additional discretionary bonus.