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Risk/Trading Analyst
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What they do
An Investment or Portfolio Analyst advises individuals and companies about investments. Typically works with a collection of investments called a portfolio, though can also advise clients about individual investments. Studies trends that impact investments and writes reports regarding economic and business changes and activities that affect the value of investments. Can also be involved in the selling of investments, such as stocks. Works mainly in investment firms, though can also be employed in lending institutions, corporate finance departments, banks or insurance companies.
$79,923 / year median in Kentucky
+0% projected growth
Job Description
Benefits:
Medical and Dental Responsibilities:
- Oversee market exposure and counterparty positions across products such as foreign exchange, commodities, CFDs, and digital assets.
- Support daily trading operations by coordinating with leadership on execution priorities and risk-related decisions.
- Review client trading activity in real time to identify irregular patterns, exceptions, or emerging exposure concerns.
- Carry out order execution accurately while helping ensure activity aligns with internal risk parameters and market conditions.
- Analyze trading data and prepare clear summaries that help guide operational and risk management actions.
- Assist in monitoring broker and liquidity relationships to support stable and effective trading operations.
- Use reporting tools and spreadsheets to track key metrics, maintain records, and improve visibility into trading performance.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance