EMEA Risk Advisory - Senior Analyst

Validus Risk Management; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial advisory firm in London is looking for an Advisory team member to design and implement hedging strategies. Candidates should have 1-3 years of experience in management consultancy or finance, along with strong analytical skills. The role involves supporting engagements and developing client relationships while adhering to industry regulations. Competitive package and supportive culture are offered.

Benefits

Eligible for company bonus scheme

Enhanced health insurance

Financial support for qualifications

Pension

Qualifications

• 1-3 years professional experience, preferably within management consultancy, investment banking or Private Equity / Hedge Funds.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement hedging strategies across various markets.
• Provide support to the Engagement manager.
• Assist in analytical testing of solutions.
• Analyse client information and prepare performance reports.
• Develop relationships with high-value clients.
• Identify up-sell and cross-sell opportunities.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal presentation skills

Understanding of risk management in financial markets

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Strong numerical and analytical skills

Time management

Education

Relevant undergraduate degree

Job description

Overview

This role will sit in the Advisory team at Validus and will be responsible for:

Responsibilities

• Working with clients to design and implement hedging strategies across various markets and asset classes (FX, rates, commodities, equities).
• Provide support to the Engagement manager
• Assist in analytical testing of solutions
• Assist associates in analysing client information and preparing periodic performance reports
• Developing relationships with a small number of high-value clients receiving the Validus retainer service including:
  • Strategic consultancy services
  • Innovative project work
  • Pro-active client service
  • Presentation of technology platform
• Identifying up-sell and cross-sell opportunities with existing clients and assisting in the business development process.
• Keep up to date with academic, technical and industry developments
• Adhere to Financial Conduct Authority Rules and Regulations
• Adhere to all internal policies and procedures

Qualifications and Education requirements

• 1-3 years professional experience, preferably within management consultancy, investment banking or Private Equity / Hedge Funds.
• Relevant undergraduate degree

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal presentation skills with an extremely high attention to detail
• Understanding of risk management in financial markets
• Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Time management/ability to perform under pressure with tight deadlines
• Strong numerical and analytical skills

Compensation and Benefits

• Eligible for company bonus scheme
• Enhanced Health Insurance with Dental, Optical and Mental health benefits
• Financial support towards qualifications
• Pension

About the Company

Validus Risk Management is an independent technology-enabled advisory firm specialising in the management of FX, interest rate and other market risks. We work with institutional investors, fund managers, and portfolio companies to design and implement strategies to measure, manage and monitor financial market risk, using a market-tested combination of specialist consulting services, trade execution and innovative risk technology.

Working at Validus can offer an exciting opportunity for both personal development and professional growth. Share in our mission to become the largest and most respected specialist provider of financial market risk services in the world. Notable benefits include a competitive remuneration package (salary + bonus), health care, retirement plans, and financial support towards professional qualifications.

Our core company values are;

• Accountability – Getting it done and owning the result.
• Teamwork – We succeed by helping others succeed.
• Integrity – We serve our clients; the responsibility is sacrosanct.
• Diversity – Diversity boosts creativity – creativity is our edge.
• Kaizen – Strive to do things better. Innovation kills complacency.

Validus is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.