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Risk Management - Hedge Fund Credit Risk Associate

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Hybrid
Fort Worth, TX
Mid level
Hybrid
Fort Worth, TX
Mid level
As a Hedge Fund Credit Risk Associate, you will manage counterparty credit exposure by analyzing client creditworthiness, conducting due diligence, overseeing portfolios, and collaborating with other teams.
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Job Description
Bring your expertise to JPMorganChase. As part of Risk Management and Compliance, you are at the center of keeping JPMorganChase strong and resilient. You help the firm grow its business in a responsible way by anticipating new and emerging risks, and using your expert judgement to solve real-world challenges that impact our company, customers and communities. Our culture in Risk Management and Compliance is all about thinking outside the box, challenging the status quo and striving to be best-in-class.
As a Hedge Fund Credit Risk Associate on the Commercial and Investment Bank Credit Risk Management Team, you will be responsible for managing counterparty credit exposure to a client base consisting of hedge funds and other alternative managers employing a diverse set of investment strategies. You will utilize your quantitative and qualitative skills to analyze the creditworthiness of these clients and manage counterparty credit exposure associated with client trading, clearing, prime brokerage and custody activity. Our team is responsible for extending credit to counterparties through traditional lending activity and market based transactions. This position is based in Plano, Texas.
Job Responsibilities
  • Assess creditworthiness of clients to determine appropriate credit ratings including strategy and credit exposure analysis
  • Perform client due diligence including written credit approval memos and annual credit reviews
  • Manage client portfolio including limit sizing and maintenance, review of financial reporting, and monitoring of credit covenants
  • Analyze exposure metrics including VaR and stress scenario analysis to recommend risk mitigants such as structural enhancements, credit covenants, and collateral requirements
  • Develop understanding of trading agreements and associated credit terms (e.g. ISDA)
  • Partner with colleagues from Sales & Trading, Coverage, Market Risk, Transition Management, and Legal
  • Understand market developments and industry trends and assess the impact on client portfolios and strategies

Required Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills
  • Bachelor's degree in finance or related field
  • Minimum 3 years of credit risk experience
  • An understanding of accounting, trading products and an interest in markets
  • Strong interest in client interaction and possess outstanding verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to multi-task and perform well under pressure on teams in a demanding environment
  • Highly proficient in Excel, PowerPoint and Word

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills
  • Completion of a major corporate bank credit/analyst training program
  • Prior hedge fund experience

About Us
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
About the Team
J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.

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