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Job summary

A leading hedge fund in London is seeking a Risk Analyst to join its Risk team. The role focuses on monitoring market risks, preparing risk reports, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure alignment with risk strategies. The ideal candidate will possess a strong educational background and relevant experience in market risk, making significant contributions to the firm's success.

Qualifications

  • 2-4 years market risk experience, preferably in investment banking or hedge fund environments.
  • Understanding of macro and EM products.
  • Ability to communicate complex issues effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor and assess market risks including volatility and liquidity.
  • Collaborate with portfolio managers to ensure alignment with risk appetite.
  • Prepare regular risk reports and conduct stress tests.

Skills

Market risk assessment
Communication skills
Python
SQL

Education

Degree in Finance, Economics, Physics, Mathematics

Tools

Modelling knowledge

Job description

Our client is a leading hedge fund based in London. They are currently seeking a Risk Analyst to join their Risk team and contribute to the success and growth of the firm.

Key Responsibilities:

· Continuously monitor and assess market risks, including market volatility, liquidity, interest rates, and foreign exchange fluctuations, to ensure positions are within risk tolerance limits.

· Collaborate with portfolio managers and traders to evaluate potential risk factors associated with hedge fund investments, ensuring strategies align with the fund’s risk appetite and objectives.

· Prepare regular risk reports, providing insights on portfolio exposures, value-at-risk (VaR), stress testing, and risk-adjusted performance metrics for senior management and stakeholders.

· Conduct stress tests and scenario analyses to identify vulnerabilities under different market conditions, offering actionable recommendations to mitigate identified risks.

· Ensure that risk management practices comply with relevant regulations, internal policies, and best practices, assisting in regulatory reporting and audits when necessary.

Requirements:

· Degree in Finance, Economics, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field.

· 2-4 years market risk experience working for an investment bank or hedge fund.

· Macro and EM Product Knowledge.

· Modelling Knowledge (Pricing, VaR)

· Python and/or SQL skills.

· Ability to communicate complex market risk issues clearly and effectively to diverse stakeholders.

If you believe you have the skills and experience to excel in this role and contribute to the firm’s continued success, we encourage you to apply.

For more details, please contact Jon Pettet at jon.pettet@blackswangroup.com

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Created on 04/06/2025 by JR United Kingdom

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