Credit Analyst - Foreign Exchange R.J. O'Brien & Associates

Organization

RJO is the largest independent futures brokerage in the United States. A privately owned futures commission merchant, RJO is also one of the oldest futures brokerage firms, dating back to 1914. RJO is a full clearing member of: the Chicago Mercantile Exchange Group (founding member of CME); Intercontinental Exchange (ICE); NYSE Liffe; and the Chicago Climate Exchange. RJO services a global network of more than 297 introducing brokers and some of the world's largest financial, industrial and agricultural institutions.
Summary

We are seeking an individual for an intermediate to senior level role within the commodities/ foreign exchange team.
Duties & Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Analyze financial statements of major corporations, large domestic and international banks, investment companies and broker/dealers to evaluate credit quality for margin and DVP decisions.
Prepare credit approval summaries on client?s financial position in light of current economic conditions and future business outlook.
Establish foreign exchange credit lines for international clients at capital market locations based upon their credit worthiness.
Review overdraft reports to safeguard the firm?s position against potential losses.

Qualifications

4+ years in similar role in the industry required
Must have corporate credit analyst background with strong analytical skills, particularly related to fundamental research including cash flow and industry dynamics analysis
Must have a range of exposure of corporate and industrial entities
Exposure to traded products preferred
Experience dealing with commodities traders, salespeople, documentation negotiations and operations
Must have familiarity with the mechanical and back office functions related to commodities trading and foreign exchange
4 year degree required

Location:	222 South Riverside Plaza Suite 900 Chicago, IL 60606 United States