Management Company Risk Specialist (Asset Management)

Albedis SA; Basel; On-site; CHF 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Meal allowance

Training opportunities

International environment

Job summary

Albedis SA seeks a Management Company Risk Specialist (Asset Management) in Basel to strengthen its governance and oversight framework. You will enhance ICS, monitor risks, and drive data-driven improvements across fund and management company processes.

The role demands hands-on experience in risk management, control testing and process automation, with strong data analysis skills and English language proficiency. German is a plus; Swiss work permit is required.

Qualifications

• University degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Mathematics, Data Analytics or related field.
• Several years of professional experience within asset management or fund industry.
• Experience in risk management, internal controls, oversight functions or audit in asset management.
• CFA/FRM or similar risk-focused certifications are advantageous.
• Exposure to Swiss/Luxembourg fund structures and regulatory frameworks is a plus.
• Strong governance, oversight and control framework understanding.
• Hands-on data analysis, reporting and process automation.
• Excellent English; German is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance the Internal Control System (ICS) within a regulated asset management environment.
• Monitor and assess the effectiveness of key controls across fund, management company and operational processes.
• Support and coordinate Risk & Control Self-Assessments (RCSA) and remediation measures.
• Monitor KRIs and oversee operational and business risks.
• Prepare risk and management reporting for senior management and governance bodies.
• Contribute to the development of the operational risk framework, incident management and risk assessments.
• Support fund oversight activities and monitoring of fund-related risks.
• Assist Business Continuity Management (BCM) activities and testing.
• Design and implement automated controls and monitoring tools.
• Apply data analysis and automation techniques for risk monitoring and reporting.
• Collaborate across Risk, Compliance, Operations and Fund Management.

Skills

Data analysis

Python

Risk management

Governance

Controls testing

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Finance degree

CFA/FRM (advantage)

Tools

SQL

Excel

Power BI

VBA

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is a well‑established international financial services organisation operating in a highly regulated environment. The company is recognised for its robust governance framework, strong risk culture and long‑term stability. With an international footprint, it values independent thinking, professionalism and constructive dialogue across all management levels.

To strengthen its Management Company oversight and control framework, we are currently seeking an analytical and technology-oriented professional to join the team in Basel.

Your Responsibilities:

As Management Company Risk Specialist (Asset Management), you will contribute to the continuous enhancement of the company's control, monitoring and governance framework. This position is embedded within a regulated asset management environment and focuses on management company oversight, risk management, internal controls, fund governance and process automation. Working closely with various stakeholders across the organization, you will play a key role in improving processes, strengthening oversight activities and utilizing data more effectively to support decision-making.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining and further enhancing the Internal Control System (ICS) within a regulated asset management and management company environment
• Monitoring and assessing the effectiveness of key controls across fund, management company and operational processes
• Supporting and coordinating Risk & Control Self-Assessments (RCSA), including the follow-up of identified findings and remediation measures
• Monitoring Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and supporting the ongoing oversight of operational and business risks
• Preparing regular risk and management reporting for senior management, committees and governance bodies
• Supporting the continued development of the company's operational risk framework, including incident management, risk assessments and control monitoring
• Contributing to fund oversight activities and supporting the monitoring of fund-related risks and processes
• Supporting Business Continuity Management (BCM) activities, framework maintenance and periodic testing
• Identifying opportunities to strengthen controls, improve data quality and increase process transparency across the organization
• Designing and enhancing automated controls, monitoring tools and reporting processes to improve risk oversight and operational efficiency
• Applying data analysis and automation techniques to support risk monitoring, control testing and management reporting
• Collaborating closely with stakeholders across Risk, Compliance, Operations, Fund Management and other business functions

Your Profile:

We are looking for a proactive and intellectually curious professional who combines strong analytical skills with a genuine interest in governance, risk oversight, data management and process improvement.

Your qualifications and experience include:

• University degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Mathematics, Data Analytics or a related field
• Several years of professional experience within asset management, a fund management company (ManCo), fund administration or a comparable investment-fund environment
• Experience in risk management, internal controls, operational risk, oversight functions or audit within the asset management or fund industry is considered particularly valuable
• Professional qualifications such as CFA, FRM or comparable risk-focused certifications are considered a strong advantage
• Exposure to Swiss and/or Luxembourg fund structures and regulatory frameworks is considered a strong advantage
• Understanding of governance, oversight and control frameworks within a regulated financial environment
• Strong interest in data analysis, reporting and process automation
• Hands‑on experience using Python for data analysis, reporting automation, control monitoring or risk‑related use cases is required
• Experience working with larger datasets and developing automated reporting or monitoring solutions is highly desirable
• Ability to analyse complex datasets and translate findings into actionable business insights
• Structured, hands‑on and solution‑oriented working style
• Strong sense of ownership, accountability and willingness to learn
• Excellent English skills; German is considered an advantage
• Valid Swiss work permit or EU/EFTA citizenship required
• Willingness to work 100% on‑site

Benefits

• Above average insurance coverage fully borne our client
• Contribution to health insurance and meal allowance
• Excellent opportunities for further training and personal development
• International environment