Senior Futures Market/Credit Risk Analyst

Macquarie Global Services
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, sick time, long term disability, 401(k)
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Mar 12, 2025
Join Macquarie's Futures team as a Market/Credit Risk Analyst and be part of a global team providing 24-hour coverage of Futures Cleared clients' market with exposure to work in a "follow the sun" model with colleagues in Sydney, London, and Chicago. Our team has access to training in all aspects of the Futures business and mentoring support and contribute to a supportive team where innovation and ideas are valued. At Macquarie, our advantage is bringing together diverse people and empowering them to shape all kinds of possibilities. We are a global financial services group operating in 34 markets and with 55 years of unbroken profitability. You'll be part of a friendly and supportive team where everyone - no matter what role - contributes ideas and drives outcomes. What role will you play? Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility As a Market/Credit Risk Analyst within our Futures Division, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding our operations and ensuring the integrity of market risk management practices. You will work within a Futures Commission Merchant / Clearing environment, collaborating with global peers to maintain consistent controls, systems, and processes. Salary range for this position: $90,000- $125,000/Yr. Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, peer and market data, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. The successful candidate may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award. Macquarie offers a full spectrum of benefits, including Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Day Care Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave, Parental Leave and Vacation), Holidays, 401(k), and Short/Long Term Disability, in addition to other special perks reserved for our employees. What you offer Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility A keen understanding of global markets, with a focus on market risk management, financial analysis, credit/counterparty management and the development of advanced risk metrics Proficiency in understanding Futures and Options and their market trading dynamics Knowledge of execution and clearing processes around Commodities, Energy, and Equities markets Strong background in Market Risk management; Competency in reviewing and implementing internal controls Advanced Excel skills; Programming skills (ie SQL) desirable. We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply. About Commodities and Global Markets Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility Commodities and Global Markets is a global business offering capital and financing, risk management, market access, physical execution and logistics solutions to its diverse client base across Commodities, Financial Markets and Asset Finance. Benefits Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on eligibility criteria, include: Hybrid and flexible working arrangements One wellbeing leave day per year and minimum 25 days of annual leave Primary caregivers are eligible for 20 weeks paid leave along with 12 days of transition leave upon return to work and 6 weeks paid leave for secondary caregivers Paid volunteer leave and donation matching Range of benefits to support your physical, psychological and financial wellbeing Employee Assistance Program, a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services Recognition and service awards Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion. As an inclusive employer, Macquarie provides equal opportunities to all individuals regardless 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. Our aim is to provide reasonable accommodations to individuals who may need support during the recruitment process and through working arrangements. If you require additional assistance, please let us know during the application process.