Alexandra Carden
About Alexandra Carden
Alexandra Carden is a XVA Market Risk Analyst based in London, currently employed at UBS since 2019. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics from the University of Bath and has prior experience as a Market Risk Intern at UBS and as a Customer Assistant at Waitrose.
Current Role as XVA Market Risk Analyst
Alexandra Carden currently holds the position of XVA Market Risk Analyst at UBS. She has been in this role since 2019, contributing to the analysis and management of market risks associated with various financial products. Her expertise in market risk is applied to assess and mitigate potential financial losses, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Experience at UBS
Prior to her current role, Alexandra Carden interned at UBS as a Market Risk Collateral Analyst in the UK Repo division from 2017 to 2018. This internship provided her with foundational experience in market risk analysis and collateral management within a major financial institution, enhancing her understanding of risk assessment processes.
Educational Background
Alexandra Carden completed her Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics at the University of Bath from 2015 to 2019. Her studies equipped her with strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of mathematical concepts applicable to finance and risk management. Additionally, she attended Gumley House Convent School, where she excelled in Mathematics and Further Mathematics, achieving top grades.
Previous Employment at Waitrose
Before entering the finance sector, Alexandra Carden worked as a Customer Assistant at Waitrose from 2014 to 2015. This role involved providing customer service and support, which helped her develop interpersonal skills and an understanding of retail operations.