Market Risk Senior Analyst
About The Position
Join us in building the future of finance. Our mission is to democratize finance for all. An estimated $124 trillion of assets will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades. The largest transfer of wealth in human history. If you’re ready to be at the epicenter of this historic cultural and financial shift, keep reading. About the team + role We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards. The Market Risk team’s mission is to assess prevailing risk conditions across multiple asset classes and ensure Robinhood’s customers and margin book are positioned for success in a dynamic risk landscape. We analyze information in real time to optimize risk across multiple dimensions, and partner cross-functionally to improve monitoring systems, build a best-in-class margin product offering, and identify evolving risks. As a Market Risk Senior Analyst, you will operate at the forefront of margin risk policy, development, and implementation. You will serve as a risk expert at the intersection of traditional and evolving trading products, developing both proactive and reactive risk analyses and the controls that support them. This role is based in our Chicago, IL, Denver, CO, Lake Mary, FL, and New York, NY office(s), with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week. At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams. Applications for this role will be accepted through March 31st, 2026. Please connect with your recruiter for more information about this role’s application window.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field.
- 8+ years of experience at a brokerage or trading firm.
- Strong SQL skills, with the ability to query complex datasets and perform statistical analysis.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly related to market risk and financial products.
- Familiarity with financial markets, sector trends, and risk management tools.
- Curiosity and a willingness to learn new approaches for working with complex datasets and analyses.
Responsibilities
- Assess emerging market conditions and provide actionable insights and recommendations on the margin risk profile.
- Research volatility catalysts, including earnings, regulatory announcements, geopolitical events, and broader market trends.
- Monitor market risk dashboards to identify significant exposures or shifts in customer behavior.
- Analyze data to identify risks and opportunities to improve the customer experience related to margin products.
- Partner on cross-functional initiatives to enhance the firm’s margin products, drive revenue, and improve the overall customer experience.
- Embrace evolving technologies and analytical tools to continuously improve personal and team workflows.
Benefits
- Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career.
- Performance-driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching.
- Best-in-class benefits to fuel your work, including 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents.
- Lifestyle wallet — a highly flexible benefits spending account for wellness, learning, and more.
- Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health benefits.
- Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more!
- Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
