Senior Risk Manager, Alternatives, Asset Management, London - eFinancialCareers

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique investment management firm in London seeks an experienced risk professional to lead risk management initiatives across alternative asset classes and hedge funds. This pivotal role involves executing risk assessments, preparing reports for senior management, and developing a high-performing risk team. The ideal candidate will have advanced proficiency in Excel, Python, and a strong understanding of UCITS and AIF fund structures.

Qualifications

• Experience with UCITS and AIF fund structures.
• Varied asset class experience across alternatives and hedge funds.

Responsibilities

• Execute comprehensive risk assessments including budget calculations, stress testing, sensitivity analysis, and performance attribution studies.
• Prepare and deliver risk reports for institutional clients, senior management, and regulatory bodies.
• Lead and develop a high-performing risk management team.
• Enhance existing risk monitoring systems and develop new analytical frameworks.
• Collaborate with operational due diligence teams on manager selection.

Skills

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Programming expertise in Python

Expertise in Bloomberg PORT

Knowledge of SQL databases

Good knowledge of financial instruments

Education

Advanced degree in Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, Data Science, or related quantitative field

Job description

Overview

Our client, a boutique investment management firm, is seeking an experienced risk professional to join their team in London. This role offers the opportunity to lead risk management initiatives across alternative asset classes and hedge funds while working closely with senior leadership and investment committees. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping risk frameworks and supporting the firm's continued expansion.

Responsibilities

• Execute comprehensive risk assessments including budget calculations, stress testing, sensitivity analysis, and performance attribution studies
• Prepare and deliver risk reports for institutional clients, senior management, and regulatory bodies
• Lead and develop a high-performing risk management team
• Enhance existing risk monitoring systems and develop new analytical frameworks, particularly for third-party UCITS manager oversight, as well investment decision-making and risk oversight committees
• Collaborate with operational due diligence teams on manager selection and ongoing review processes

Requirements

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Programming expertise in Python, Bloomberg PORT, and SQL databases
• Advanced degree in Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, Data Science, or related quantitative field ()
• Experience with UCITS and AIF fund structures
• Varied asset class experience across alternatives and hedge funds
• Good knowledge of financial instruments