Demystifying the Central Risk Desk

I am interested in Central Risk Desk roles at top-tier investment banks (London, New York). Can you please share your insights on that area of the trading floor?

  • Banks with the the most notable desks? Those to avoid?
  • Type of work and skills needed (is it quantitatively intensive? lots of programming?)
  • Compensation (absolute and relative to other desks out there). Still a good place to be?
  • Exit opportunities to hedge funds or prop trading houses? Are traders with that type of experience wanted?
  • Any advice on how to break in?

Thanks folks

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