Dear Hiring Team at Intesa Sanpaolo,

I am writing to express my interest in the ISPIRE Risk Analyst position within your esteemed organization. With a recently completed MSc in Finance from Dublin City University (DCU) and a solid foundation in risk management, financial analysis, and quantitative methods, I am eager to contribute effectively to your risk management team.

Throughout my academic journey, I have developed strong analytical and numerical skills, and I have gained a thorough understanding of financial instruments and markets. My coursework included modules such as Financial Statement Analysis, Corporate Finance, and Financial Markets and Derivatives, which have equipped me with the necessary knowledge to monitor, analyze, and report on various risk exposures, such as liquidity risk, market risk, and FX risk.

While I am currently enhancing my programming skills through courses, I have worked with R for my academic assignments. Additionally, my proficiency in MS Excel, including the use of macros, and other MS applications such as Word and PowerPoint, allows me to perform data analysis and present findings effectively.

Key responsibilities in this role, such as maintaining and developing risk management systems and models, monitoring bond portfolio compliance, performing daily derivatives valuations, and conducting operational risk activities, align well with my academic and practical experiences. During my internship as a Virtual Customer Support Executive at Amazon India, I demonstrated strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.

I am particularly enthusiastic about the opportunity to work within a team of professionals and contribute to the continuous improvement of risk management processes at Intesa Sanpaolo. Your commitment to supporting customers and promoting growth in various markets resonates with my career aspirations, and I am keen to be part of such a dynamic and forward-thinking organization.

Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss how my academic background, risk management knowledge, and enthusiasm for quantitative analysis can contribute to the success of your team.

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Futures Trader FX / Fixed Income - Geneva Trading

About the job
Founded in 1999, Geneva Trading is a premier global principal trading firm with strategically located offices in Chicago, Dublin, and London. Our relentless focus on trading excellence combined with technological innovation has equipped us with a best-in-class proprietary trading platform, enabling us to compete at the highest levels in the global markets. Rooted in a culture of integrity, collaboration, and an unwavering passion for progress, we foster an environment of personal and professional excellence. Our nimble organizational structure and entrepreneurial spirit attract top-tier talent with a passion for innovation, laying the foundation and driving our consistent success in the industry.

Role

We are seeking a trader to supplement the team's FX and FI trading desks. The role is Dublin based and as such, would be centered around European trading hours. The role will entail managing, monitoring and improving the existing strategy base across the desks, along with modelling/improving new strategies. The candidate will ideally have some market exposure in the desired space, but this is not essential. We want someone with a blend of strong technical capabilities, adaptability to rapidly changing market conditions, and a talent for collaborative problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities


•	Develop, maintain, and optimize both FX and FI trading strategies to ensure accurate pricing across a diversity of trading venues.
•	Vigilantly manage intraday risk profiles and accumulated positions.
•	Work in tandem with overnight trading teams to refine and validate our trading models.
•	Assess trading system performance.
•	Prioritize trading objectives and document evolving trading methodologies.
•	Collaborate with our software development team to oversee the deployment of innovative dashboards and analytical tools.


What You'll Need


•	A bachelor’s degree in a related field.
•	Ideally minimum 2 years of successful experience in a trading role, specifically in the FX or FI markets.
•	Strong understanding of the fundamentals that drive both FX and FI market behavior.
•	Proficiency in designing and executing trading and hedging strategies based on detailed market analysis.
•	Exceptional leadership skills, complemented by a robust work ethic, organizational finesse, and analytical rigor.
•	Professional poise and excellent interpersonal communication abilities.
•	A performance-driven mindset, resilience under high-pressure scenarios, and the judgment to make informed decisions.
•	Familiarity with proprietary trading platforms is preferred.
•	Coding experience would be a significant asset, although not mandatory.


We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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Skills 

Analytical Skills
•	Financial Markets
•	Investments
•	Finesse
•	Foreign Exchange (FX) Trading
•	Market Analysis
•	Proprietary Trading
•	System Performance
•	Trading Strategies
•	Trading Systems

Below is my work experience at amazon 

Developed financial models and dashboards with Excel and Power BI, ensuring accurate reporting and reconciliation.
●	Managed inquiries for 2,000+ customers in North America and India, enhancing service quality.
●	Used pivot tables and VLOOKUP for financial reconciliation and revenue analysis, providing decision insights