Job Description

Role Summary
We are seeking a seasoned Traded Risk Practice Leader to drive growth, delivery excellence, and capability development across Market Risk and Counterparty Credit Risk (CCR) domains. The role blends domain leadership with business growth responsibilities which include shaping strategy, strengthening client relationships and expanding the firm's Traded Risk franchise across global financial institutions.
This leader will be instrumental in building new capabilities, mentoring teams and collaborating with senior stakeholders to define and execute the practice's strategic roadmap.
Key responsibilities * Practice Leadership & Business Growth

• Drive business development, client acquisition and revenue growth for the Traded Risk practice in alignment with overall business goals.
• Define and execute go-to-market strategies, new offerings and positioning to expand market share across Market Risk and CCR.
• Partner with business development teams on proposals, RFPs and client pitches.
• Engage with senior client stakeholders to identify opportunities and position new solutions.
• Oversee practice-level financial performance (P&L), utilization and delivery efficiency.
• Client Engagement & Delivery Excellence

• Lead large-scale consulting programs across Market Risk, CCR, and FRTB, ensuring delivery excellence and measurable outcomes.
• Advise clients on regulatory transformation, trading risk frameworks, and capital efficiency initiatives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to CROs, Risk Heads and Front Office leadership, supporting both regulatory and business-driven agendas.
• Capability Building & Thought Leadership

• Build internal capabilities through mentoring, training and talent development within the Traded Risk domain.
• Lead knowledge creation through white papers, thought leadership, and external representation in industry forums.
• Drive capacity building by scaling delivery teams and developing competency frameworks.
• Lead creation of practice collaterals, case studies and reusable knowledge assets.

Skills:

• Total 10+ years in financial services with deep expertise in Market Risk, CCR and related regulatory frameworks (FRTB, Basel, IMM, SA-CCR).
• At least 3-5 years of experience at a Big 4 or leading consulting firm required.
• Proven experience in consulting leadership, business growth and client relationship management.
• Strong understanding of risk methodologies (VaR, ES, PFE, CVA, etc.) and familiarity with risk systems and data flows.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.
• A deep and hands-on understanding of financial instruments, markets, and the key drivers of market risk

Education Qualification
Masters in Finance and CQF / FRM, CFA desirable

Skills Required