Traded Risk Contractor

Title: Traded Risk Specialist

Location: Kraków

We work: 1 day office/4 days remote

Contract: B2B or Contract of employment

Length: 2 months

Level: Senior

Recruitment process: online

Responsibilities:

• Support the development and enhancement of market risk models in line with regulatory and internal risk management requirements.

• Maintain and monitor models through calibration, performance assessment, validation, and periodic testing.

• Implement model development and monitoring in the in-house Python-based Analytics library.

• Build and enhance risk models using real-world data; analyze features, assumptions, and limitations, propose validation approaches, and deliver validation within agreed timelines.

• Work with a range of market risk models, including Value-at-Risk (VaR), Stressed VaR, RNIV, Stress Testing, Economic Capital, IRC, and FRTB frameworks.

• Contribute to ad-hoc projects and provide timely and clear updates as required.

• Suggest improvements to frameworks, focusing on automation and system efficiency, and help implement agreed changes.

• Identify opportunities for efficiency, automation, and stronger controls within existing processes; document and agree changes with process owners.

• Communicate model details to stakeholders in non-technical language and assist in applying models within daily risk management.

Requirements:

• University degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Science, Finance, Business Management, or related field; or equivalent experience in risk management.

• Professional certifications such as FRM, PRM, or CFA (preferred).

• Strong knowledge of statistics and quantitative analysis.

• Proficiency in Python and Excel VBA (essential); knowledge of C++ is an advantage.

• Basic understanding of market risk measures and derivative products.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical models to non-technical audiences.

Why apply for an Antal job offer?

When your application is successful, you will be supported by a dedicated Consultant who will stay in regular contact with you (via email or phone), help you prepare for interviews with your future employer, and ensure a smooth and professional recruitment process.

About Antal

Antal is a leading recruitment and HR advisory company, present in Poland since 1996 and later expanded to the Czech Republic and Hungary. Across the CEE region, we employ around 150 professionals who deliver a full range of services – from specialist and executive recruitment, employee outsourcing and HR consulting, to employer branding and market research.

Our division-based structure combines deep industry expertise with functional specialisation, enabling us to provide tailored solutions for companies in every sector. We act as a trusted partner for both employers and candidates, sharing our knowledge and guiding them through every stage of the talent journey. We connect exceptional people with the right opportunities and help organisations build successful teams.

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