Senior Analyst

Company: Macquarie Group Limited
Location: Houston
Posted on: January 28, 2023

Job Description:

Join an expanding team working across our Global Risk Surveillance Program. We are looking for an experienced professional to enhance and conduct surveillance over the firm's Commodity Market & Finance business in the Americas.This individual will be responsible for working with our Americas Head of Risk Surveillance and Global Commodity and Finance Surveillance Lead to monitor the trading activity for potential market manipulation and misconduct.In this role, you will oversee the smooth running of the daily surveillance analysis, conduct deep dive investigations and regular reviews of non-exchange based (OTC) activities, and act as an escalation point for junior surveillance colleagues in their investigations.You will ensure investigations are adequately documented and followed through to resolution in a timely manner and work with local Compliance staff to determine an appropriate, coordinated level of surveillance. As part of the role, you will also lead efforts to identify gaps and weaknesses in the current surveillance program, contribute to the design, development, and implementation of surveillance solutions, assist with regulatory/exchange requests and investigations, conduct trade reconstruction efforts, and perform team quality assurance controls.You should have 3-5 years of experience in commodity and energy OTC markets and be knowledgeable of the operation and potential for manipulation across business processes, flows, booking methodologies and client interactions. Experience with the trading and marketing of crude and products is preferred.Familiarity with trading systems, their data structures and interfaces, and understanding the role of Compliance within the banking and financial services industry will be necessary. In addition, you should be able to demonstrate a high proficiency in data manipulation and analysis, along with the ability to proactively identify and analyze problems and propose viable solutions.Knowledge of Commodity Futures Trading Commission regulatory actions related to market manipulation and utilizing your strong communication skills to develop relationships across various stakeholders, including local and regional advisory Compliance staff, Technology, and the business, will all help you to be successful in this role.If you are ready to explore this exciting opportunity further, apply today.About the Risk Management GroupThe Risk Management Group (RMG) is an independent, centralised unit responsible for ensuring all risk across Macquarie are appropriately assessed and managed. Its divisions include Behavioural Risk, Compliance, Credit, Financial Crime Risk, Internal Audit, Market Risk, Operational Risk, Regulatory Affairs and Aggregate Risk, and RMG Enterprise Support.Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and InclusionThe diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths. An inclusive and equitable workplace enables us to embrace that diversity to deliver more innovative and sustainable solutions for our people, clients, shareholders and communities. At Macquarie, you'll be encouraged to be yourself and supported to perform at your best. If you're inspired to deliver on our purpose of 'empowering people to innovate and invest for a better future', we want you on our team. If you need adjustments made to the recruitment process, please reach out to your recruiter.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, gender identity or any other impermissible criterion or circumstance. Macquarie also takes affirmative action in support of its policy to hire and advance in employment of individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.We equip our people with the support to work in a range of flexible ways. Talk to us about what working arrangements would help you thrive.

About MacquarieA career at Macquarie means you'll have the opportunity to develop and utilise new skills, explore interesting fields and do challenging work that will impact the lives of people around the world-whether it's accelerating the green energy transition, helping sustain global food supplies, financing social housing projects or investing in essential infrastructure. At Macquarie, we're empowering people to innovate and invest for a better future.Our size and international presence means your work can take you anywhere-across business groups, disciplines, sectors and borders. With 18,000+ employees and offices in 33 markets around the world, we're a truly global organisation.You'll be supported by a diverse team where the unique perspectives, ideas and experiences that all of our people bring are valued. You'll be empowered to address unmet needs in our communities whilst advising and investing alongside our clients and partners. Working with us, you'll have the opportunity to make a difference.Macquarie is a global financial group providing clients with asset management, retail and business banking, wealth management, leasing and asset financing, market access, commodity trading, renewables development, specialist advisory, capital raising and principal investment.Job no: RMG-970098Work type: Permanent - Full timeLocation: HoustonCategory: Mid-senior, Mid-level, Risk ManagementGroup: Risk Management GroupDivision: RMG Enterprise SupportRecruiter: Janie YellitzOpening Date: 06/1/2023

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