Valuation Business Analyst - XVA Controls & Governance

• University degree in finance, economics, mathematics, physics, engineering or related discipline
• Advanced Excel proficiency (essential); VBA, Access or SQL knowledge (preferred)
• Strong understanding of financial instruments and valuation methodologies
• Excellent analytical skills with a proactive approach to problem solving
• Ability to manage relationships with multiple senior stakeholders across the organisation
• Self-motivated, ambitious and capable of working independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• CFA or FRM qualification (desirable)

Location : Krakow, Poland

Remote Status: Hybrid

Contract Type : Contract

• Lead fair value governance and controls across XVA valuations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
• Drive valuation methodology enhancements and maintain alignment with global best practice
• Collaborate with trading, risk and operations teams as the key contact for valuation matters
• Influence process improvements and system changes that enhance efficiency and control standards
• Support internal and external audit requirements with timely implementation of assurance points

Company Overview

Our client is a leading global financial services organisation with significant presence in Poland. They operate across traded risk, treasury and financial markets, serving institutional clients with sophisticated derivative and valuation services. The organisation is recognised for maintaining rigorous governance frameworks, embedding compliance into daily operations, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across their teams.

We are looking for a Valuation Business Analyst to join our client's XVA team in Krakow. You will take ownership of fair value governance, working with senior stakeholders across trading, risk and finance to ensure valuations are accurate, compliant and aligned with regulatory expectations. This is an excellent opportunity to develop expertise in valuation controls whilst working with a respected financial services organisation.

Position Overview

This role sits at the heart of valuation governance within the XVA business. You will oversee fair value adjustments, independent price verification and prudent valuation adjustments, ensuring all processes meet internal standards and external regulatory requirements. Your work directly impacts the accuracy of financial reporting and the integrity of the organisation's risk management framework. You will be a trusted advisor to the trading team and a key liaison with audit, compliance and other finance functions.

,[Review and oversee fair value adjustments, independent price verification and prudent valuation adjustments across XVA business , Lead valuation methodology discussions, contributing to global alignment and continuous enhancement of processes , Serve as primary contact point for XVA trading team and key stakeholders across front office, traded risk, operations and finance , Drive implementation of valuation changes, engaging the business and ensuring smooth transitions , Collaborate with other asset class valuation teams to improve consistency, quality and control effectiveness , Identify and champion process improvements that strengthen controls and increase operational efficiency , Maintain internal control standards, ensuring timely resolution of assurance and audit findings , Ensure full compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements and global markets frameworks , Stay informed on XVA industry developments and best practice in valuation techniques ] Requirements: Degree, Excel, VBA, SQL, Analytical skills, Communication skills, CFA, FRM