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Junior Market Risk Analyst

Macquarie Global Services
life insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, long term disability, 401(k), remote work
United States, Texas, Houston
Mar 26, 2026
Join our Market Risk team and be a part of a group responsible for setting, monitoring, reporting, and enforcing risk limits across all trading areas. Whether it is an innovative exotic derivative structure, or the purchase of an entire trading business, Market Risk analysts work closely with the front office to ensure that the risks arising from the new venture are fully understood, and adequately constrained. At Macquarie, our advantage is bringing together diverse people and empowering them to shape all kinds of possibilities. We are a global financial services group operating in 31 markets and with 56 years of unbroken profitability. You'll be part of a friendly and supportive team where everyone - no matter what role - contributes ideas and drives outcomes. What role will you play? Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility As an Analyst in our Houston office, you will be involved in the approval of new products, businesses, and trading strategies. Monitoring and reporting risk metrics regularly to senior management, you will gain exposure to a wide range of businesses and products in a global environment. Liaising with back office and support staff, you will ensure that trading systems adequately represent the risk profile of the trading books, and that risk numbers are reported in an accurate and timely manner. You will foster strong relationships with clients and stakeholders across all levels and interact regularly with the front office traders to ensure the market risks arising from day-to-day trading positions are fully understood and managed appropriately within the limit framework. What you offer Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility Bachelor's degree required. Effective interpersonal and presentation skills coupled with excellent analytical skills. Ability to balance detailed day-to-day activities and higher-level, longer-term activities and objectives. Proficient in Microsoft Excel Ability to assess mathematical derivative pricing models within the context of real-world market conditions. We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply. What we offer Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility At Macquarie, you're empowered to shape a career that's rewarding in all the ways that matter most to you. Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on eligibility criteria, include: 1 wellbeing leave day per year and a minimum of 25 days of annual leave 20 weeks' paid parental leave for primary caregivers along with 12 days of paid transition leave upon return to work and 6 weeks' paid leave for secondary caregivers 2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matching Benefits and initiatives to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing such as medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance; health savings account and dependent day care savings account; life insurance, disability, and other insurance plans; 401(k) and short/long term disability Access to our Employee Assistance Program, a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional membership or subscription Recognition and service awards Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on role Reimbursement for work from home equipment About the Risk Management Group Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility Our Risk Management Group works as an independent, and centralised function, responsible for independent and objective review and challenge, oversight, monitoring and reporting in relation to Macquarie's material risks. We are a global team that aims to manage the risks of today and anticipate the risks of tomorrow. Our divisions include compliance, credit, financial crime risk, market risk, operational risk, aggregate risk and prudential, and central. Empowering all kinds of bright and driven people Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all that values and respects different experiences, skillsets and perspectives. Macquarie provides access to opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, gender identity or any other characteristic or circumstance. We provide reasonable accommodation to individuals who may need support during the recruitment process and employment. If you require an accommodation, please let us know during the application process.