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SCIB Market Risk Valuation – Initial Margin

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Santander

Jan 10, 2025

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    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
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    Banking & Finance
  • Madrid
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AI generated summary

  • You need 4-5 years of experience, a degree in Engineering/Math/Economy, ideally a Master's in Quantitative Finance, strong analytical skills, knowledge of valuation methods, and English proficiency.
  • You will analyze Initial Margin and Variation Margin discrepancies, support regulatory compliance, manage valuation models, monitor reconciliations, and participate in audits and risk assessments.

Requirements

  • 4-5 years of experience
  • University studies in Engineering, Mathematics or Economy.
  • Ideally Master's degree in Quantitative Finance and/or Valuation Modeling
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Able to identify the objective and priorities of each task as well as to raise critical and relevant issues to his/her superior.
  • Strong knowledge of valuation and calculation methodologies. Ideally knowledge of SIMM model
  • Technical skills to set up and manage simple macros
  • High level of English

Responsibilities

  • As an SCIB Market Risk Valuation – Initial Margin you will work on follow-up, monitoring and analysis of Initial Margin and Variation Margin valuation discrepancies at Santander Group level identifying possibilities for management improvements.
  • Support the different exercises to comply with the regulatory requirements for the managing of the Initial Margin for Santander SA: Generation of daily OnGoing and Discrepancies with counterparties reports
  • Management and review of the implemented Initial Margin model (mainly using SIMM). Continuous model improvement and analysis.
  • Support the units for the improvement of Initial Margin management and projects with impact on the metric.
  • Monitoring and follow up of the Variation Margin discrepancies at Group level.
  • Identification of gaps in the valuation models from daily reconciliations of Initial Margin and Variation Margin data with the counterparts.
  • Identification of differences in risk assessment and metrics between the different units of the group and homogenization
  • Participation in model validations and audits.
  • Support in the control of the Counterparty Risk of collateralized trades

FAQs

What is the location of this job?

The job is based in our Boadilla del Monte office in Spain.

What is the primary focus of the SCIB Market Risk Valuation – Initial Margin role?

The primary focus is on the follow-up, monitoring, and analysis of Initial Margin and Variation Margin valuation discrepancies at Santander Group level, while identifying possibilities for management improvements.

What are the key responsibilities associated with this position?

Key responsibilities include generating daily reports on Initial Margin, managing and reviewing the Initial Margin model, improving Initial Margin management, monitoring Variation Margin discrepancies, identifying gaps in valuation models, and participating in model validations and audits.

What is the required experience for applicants?

Applicants should have 4-5 years of experience in a relevant field.

What are the educational qualifications needed for this position?

Candidates should have a university degree in Engineering, Mathematics, or Economics, and a Master’s degree in Quantitative Finance and/or Valuation Modeling is ideally preferred.

What technical skills are preferred for this role?

Preferred technical skills include strong knowledge of valuation and calculation methodologies, ideally knowledge of the SIMM model, and the ability to set up and manage simple macros.

What language proficiency is expected for this position?

A high level of English is required for this role.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, there are opportunities for continuous model improvement, participation in projects, and involvement in model validations and audits, which contribute to professional development.

How does Santander promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace?

Santander is proud to be an organization that ensures equal opportunities regardless of age, gender, disability, civil status, race, religion, or sexual orientation.

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Santander is a leading global bank, founded in 1857 and headquartered in Spain, and is one of the largest banks in the world by market capitalisation. It provides a wide range of financial products and services, including personal and corporate banking, wealth management, and insurance. With a strong presence in Europe, Latin America, North America, and Asia, Santander's mission is to help people and businesses prosper by offering customer-centric solutions. Its purpose is to support growth and innovation while fostering responsible banking practices to benefit individuals, businesses, and communities.