Markets Specialist – Federal Reserve Bank of Boston (Boston, MA)

Quick Brief

• Full time
• Visa sponsorship
• Location: 600 Atlantic Avenue, Boston, MA

Full Job Description

The Markets Specialist will deliver both brief and in-depth analyses utilising the MAP’s extensive access to supervisory intelligence, data, and experts within the FRS. The analytical focus spans a broad range of potential risks faced by LISCC Supervision firms, including credit, market, liquidity, and operational risks. Therefore, the analytical process prioritises thorough engagement with experts throughout LISCC Supervision and the FRS. Analytical findings are integrated into various internal processes to guide risk prioritisation, examination, and policy efforts within the LISCC Programme.

Principal Responsibilities

• Identify and analyse financial and nonfinancial risks in collaboration with FRS colleagues, utilizing the MAP’s access to supervisory intelligence and data.
• Guide intelligence gathering efforts at LISCC Supervision firms to enhance the identification, understanding, and response to emerging risks.
• Present and share analytical work regularly to enhance risk identification, examination, and policy efforts.
• Contribute to MAP Core Team initiatives across various areas such as technology, communication, and engagement strategies.
• Develop and maintain a broad network of contacts within LISCC supervision and the FRS to inform emerging risk analysis and its impact on supervisory activities.

Knowledge and Experience

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex topics and assimilate new information effectively.
• Strong written, verbal, and data communication skills, capable of synthesising complex topics for diverse audiences.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, fostering influential working relationships with colleagues across geographical locations and FRS functions.
• Strong organisational and self-management skills, demonstrating initiative, producing high-quality results under tight time constraints, and adapting to evolving priorities.
• A master’s degree or several years of relevant financial industry, economics, or regulatory work experience preferred; other qualifications such as CFA also considered.
• Deep or broad knowledge of banking-related risks and operating environments, including lending, capital markets, investment management, or other activities.
• Familiarity with bank supervision concepts related to capital, liquidity, governance and controls, and resolution and recovery.
• Availability for extended work hours and occasional travel, including overnight stays.

Additional Information

• The Federal Reserve Bank is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace, providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, or military service.
• This position requires access to confidential supervisory information and/or FOMC information, limited to “Protected Individuals” as defined in U.S. federal immigration law. Candidates not meeting these criteria may still be eligible for information access and sponsorship under certain conditions.
• All candidates must undergo FBI fingerprint/criminal background and Patriot Act/Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) watch list checks periodically.
• The above description outlines the general nature and level of work required but is not exhaustive. Management reserves the right to revise this or any job description at its discretion.