Product Risk Analyst

In brief

**Overview** This role at Glencore is for a Product Risk Analyst within a dynamic and independent risk department. The department's core function is to control front-line trading, ensure Glencore senior management understands the risk-reward of trading books, and correctly value the physical exposure of the business, such as oil cargoes, electricity generation, and gas deliveries. The position requires the incumbent to provide support and maintain a clear, proactive communication approach with London Risk Managers, Senior Risk Management, and traders. **What you will do** * Provide support and a clear, proactive approach to communication to the London Risk Managers, Senior Risk Management, and traders. * Be responsible for calculating and running daily risk reports, including the desk’s P&L. * Assist in the development of new and existing systems, processes, and reports. * Communicate results effectively with traders and senior management. * Proactively identify and communicate issues that may cause a surprise and ensure that reports or measurements present a reflection of this. * Regularly engage in discussion with London Risk Managers and Senior Risk Management. * Identify and present issues to the London teams, clearly and logically. * Perform any other ad hoc duties that may be required from time to time. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Qualifications:** * A relevant Bachelor’s Degree. * Preference will be given to candidates with a Bachelor’s or Honour’s Degree in Finance, Risk Management, Economics, Computer Sciences, Engineering Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical. * **Work Experience & Skill Requirements:** * Working experience and exposure of 2-3 years in the same or a similar environment will be highly advantageous. * Coding skills in VBA, Python are preferred. * Strong Excel skills. * Multi-tasking and excellent management of time and priorities is essential. * Strong verbal and written communication skills that work effectively within a team and with different audiences at all levels. * High level of attention to detail and data accuracy, ensuring analysis is focused on delivering practical business benefits, often in tight deadlines. * Pro-active, committed, and highly motivated. * Ability to work independently. * Ability to work well in a team. * Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. * Ability to absorb and work under pressure. * Good organization and co-ordination skills required. **Who should apply** An ideal candidate for this role is a proactive, committed, and highly motivated individual with a relevant Bachelor's degree, preferably in Finance, Risk Management, Economics, Computer Sciences, or Engineering. They should possess strong verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with senior management, traders, and team members. The role requires excellent multi-tasking, time management, and organizational skills, along with a high level of attention to detail and data accuracy, particularly when working under pressure and tight deadlines. The candidate should demonstrate strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, be capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a team, and have a focus on delivering practical business benefits. Previous experience (2-3 years) in a similar environment and coding skills in VBA or Python would be advantageous. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/product-risk-analyst-glencore-3 Source: myjobmag

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