Graduate Risk Analyst

About this role

About the Company

EC Markets is an established leader in global financial trading and brokerage, providing innovative FX and CFD services to a diverse international client base. With continued growth and an expanding operational and regulatory footprint, EC Markets is strengthening its risk management capability to support robust, data-driven oversight and operational integrity.

The Risk Analyst will support the firm’s day-to-day risk monitoring, analysis, and operational risk control activities. The role focuses on identifying abnormal activities, analysing risk-related data, supporting investigations, and contributing to the continuous improvement of internal risk management processes. This position is well suited to a detail-oriented individual with strong analytical skills who is keen to develop a career in risk management within a fast-paced, regulated financial services environment.

Responsibilities

Risk Monitoring & Analysis

• Monitor and review daily risk-related data to identify potential risk points, abnormal activities, and irregular patterns.
• Conduct statistical analysis and trend assessments on monitoring results, producing regular risk analysis reports with actionable insights and recommendations.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and consistency in risk data review and reporting.

Operational Risk Control

• Execute assigned risk-control tasks and track project progress to ensure timely completion of risk reviews, data updates, and reporting deliverables.
• Support investigations into risk events, unusual activities, and operational incidents, documenting findings clearly and accurately.
• Assist in the implementation and follow-up of risk mitigation measures.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Compliance, Operations, Technology, and Customer Operations teams to support customer verification processes and risk investigations.
• Contribute to coordinated responses to identified risks and control weaknesses.

Systems & Process Support

• Maintain and monitor server operations and internal systems to ensure accurate data transmission, system stability, and effective risk monitoring.
• Participate in the optimisation of internal risk management processes, helping to build more efficient risk identification, monitoring, and control mechanisms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above; majors in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related disciplines preferred.

Required Skills

• Strong analytical, logical thinking, and data interpretation skills.
• High level of attention to detail, reliability, and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Excel; ability to work confidently with large datasets.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both Chinese and English.
• Ability to produce clear, well-structured documentation and reports.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in risk control, auditing, data monitoring, or a related role within financial services.
• Familiarity with Power BI, SQL, or other data analysis / visualisation tools.
• Exposure to FX, CFD, or trading environments.
• Experience working with internal systems, operational data flows, or monitoring tools.

Pay range and compensation package

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Contribution pension scheme.
• Collaborative, inclusive, and fast-paced work environment.
• No visa sponsorship provided, UK work eligibility required.

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