Traded Risk Contractor - Market Risk Modelling

Location: Krakow, Poland

Contract Type: Contract

• Develop and enhance market risk models including VaR, Stressed VaR, and FRTB using Python and real-world data
• Work with a leading financial services organisation on regulatory-driven risk measurement and management
• Build monitoring frameworks and validation approaches to ensure model accuracy and performance
• Contribute to process automation and efficiency improvements across risk management systems

Company Overview

Our client is a well-established financial services organisation operating in Krakow. They specialise in traded risk management and market risk measurement, serving a global client base. The organisation is committed to maintaining robust risk frameworks that meet regulatory requirements whilst driving continuous improvement in their analytical capabilities and systems.

We're looking for an experienced Traded Risk Contractor to join our client's risk management team in Krakow. If you have strong Python skills, a solid understanding of market risk measures, and experience developing or maintaining risk models, this role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact projects within a collaborative international environment.

Position Overview

This role sits at the heart of our client's risk management function, supporting the development and maintenance of market risk models that drive accurate risk measurement and decision-making across the organisation. You'll work on both enhancing existing models and developing new ones, ensuring they remain fit for purpose under evolving regulatory requirements. Your work will directly impact how the organisation measures, monitors and manages traded risk exposure.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on sophisticated market risk models and regulatory frameworks
• Access to continuous learning and professional development opportunities
• Collaborative working environment with experienced risk professionals
• Exposure to cutting-edge risk management practices and technologies

Alongside a competitive package, you'll join a forward-thinking organisation where analytical rigour, continuous improvement and clear communication are valued. You'll work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative setting that supports your growth and encourages you to develop expertise in traded risk management.