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US & UK Recruitment Director: Risk Professionals
Are you passionate about investment risk analysis and data-driven insights? Do you have strong Python and SQL skills? Our client, a leading investment management firm, is seeking an Investment Risk Analyst to enhance their risk oversight and portfolio analytics capabilities. The role has been created as a direct replacement for the incumbent who has moved into a Portfolio Management role. Please also note that the predecessor of this individual also followed the same career path.
The Role:
As an Investment Risk Analyst, you will play a crucial role in ensuring funds are managed in line with their objectives while helping fund managers optimize performance through in-depth risk analysis. You will also drive the development of the team’s data infrastructure and risk analytics.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and enhance risk analytics and reporting, focusing on market and liquidity risk.
* Lead the implementation and advancement of the investment risk team’s database and technology infrastructure.
* Work closely with Performance Analytics to link portfolio outcomes with risk positioning.
* Drive the creation of new analytics to improve portfolio management and risk oversight.
* Monitor and independently review portfolio risk daily, identifying any material changes or emerging risks.
* Participate in investment strategy oversight meetings and other governance forums.
About You:
* Strong proficiency in Python and SQL for data manipulation, automation, and analysis.
* Experience developing and maintaining data infrastructures in a financial environment.
* Knowledge of factor risk modelling, stress testing, and risk analytics.
* Familiarity with BI/visualization tools and platforms such as FactSet (preferred).
* Ability to communicate complex risk models and insights in a clear, understandable way.
* Understanding of the regulatory environment related to investment risk is a plus.
Why Join?
* Work in a collaborative and high-performing investment team.
* Gain exposure to cutting-edge risk analysis techniques and portfolio strategies.
* Competitive salary and benefits in a dynamic financial environment.
* Opportunity to drive innovation in risk analytics and data infrastructure.
If you're a detail-oriented risk professional with strong coding skills and a deep understanding of equities, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to be part of a leading investment team shaping the future of portfolio risk management!
Seniority level
* Associate
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Analyst
* Investment Management
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