Senior UK Risk Manager - Emerging Markets

Amundi; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading European asset management firm in London is seeking an experienced Emerging Markets Risk Manager to ensure robust risk governance for diverse portfolios. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in risk management, proven leadership abilities, and a strong understanding of financial markets. This role offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative and inclusive environment, with a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years' relevant experience in risk management or investment.
• Proven leadership capabilities and project management experience.
• Proficiency with financial market data providers.

Responsibilities

• Provide a global perspective on risks affecting Emerging Markets portfolios.
• Lead investment risk management activities for assigned EM portfolios.
• Conduct regular portfolio risk reviews with Investment Teams.
• Assess and define Investment Risk profile for new product initiatives.

Skills

Emerging Markets risk management

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Master's degree in Finance or related discipline

Tools

Bloomberg

RiskMetrics

MS Office Suite

Python

Job description

Overview

Amundi UK seeks an experienced Emerging Markets Risk Manager to join our Risk team, part of the firm's second line of defence. The Risk team is integral to safeguarding the firm's financial, commercial, and operational activities within the agreed risk appetite, ensuring robust risk governance for our clients and stakeholders.

We operate in a collaborative, diverse environment that values flexibility, innovation, intellectual curiosity, and diversity of thoughts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide a comprehensive global perspective on risks affecting Emerging Markets (EM) portfolios, including market, credit, liquidity, sustainability, regulatory, valuation, counterparty, country, performance, and reputational risks.
• Lead investment risk management activities for assigned EM portfolios, encompassing risk identification, measurement, assessment, mitigation, and timely escalation.
• Develop, maintain, and review the internal Investment Risk framework and risk appetite for assigned portfolios, ensuring alignment with regulatory and firm-wide standards.
• Conduct regular portfolio risk reviews with Investment Teams, managing communication of watch-list items to senior management.
• Collaborate with the Amundi Risk Group to implement group-wide policies and procedures.
• Assess and define the Investment Risk profile for new product initiatives, providing fact-based, justified recommendations to support product launches.
• Monitor regulatory, prospectus, IMA, risk, and internal limits on assigned portfolios, both pre- and post-trade, ensuring compliance and managing escalations.
• Deliver risk presentations and due diligence to existing and prospective clients.
• Respond to regulatory and auditor requests, acting as a principal representative of the Risk function.
• Prepare documentation for the Risk Management Committee, Board reporting, and other governance forums.
• Act as a subject matter expert in Emerging Markets risk, providing technical guidance and fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented team culture.
• Lead and manage key risk-related projects, including process redesign, automation initiatives, and implementation of AI-powered solutions, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder engagement.
• Mentor less experienced team members and act as a role model across the organisation.
• Work collaboratively with local and international Risk teams, sharing best practices and contributing to transversal projects.

Location

Geographical area: Europe, United Kingdom

City: London

Qualifications & Experience

• Master's degree in Finance, STEM, or a related discipline. Professional qualifications such as CFA or FRM are strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years' relevant experience in Emerging Markets (or alternatively Fixed Income) risk management or investment, ideally within the asset management industry.
• Proven leadership and project management capabilities, with experience leading cross-functional initiatives and mentoring team members.
• Proactive and autonomous approach with exceptional attention to detail and commitment to the highest standards of work.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts effectively to expert audiences in a multicultural environment.
• Strong organisational, analytical, and strategic thinking skills, with demonstrated project management experience.
• Ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency with financial market data providers (e.g., Bloomberg, RiskMetrics) and MS Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Coding skills in Python and regulatory UCITS knowledge are advantageous.

About Amundi

Amundi, the leading European asset manager, ranking among the top 10 global players, offers its clients a complete range of savings and investment solutions in active and passive management, in traditional or real assets. Amundi, a subsidiary of the Crédit Agricole group and listed on the stock exchange, currently manages more than €2.0 trillion of assets. With six international investment hubs, financial and extra-financial research capabilities, and a commitment to responsible investment, Amundi is a key player in the asset management landscape. Amundi clients benefit from the expertise and advice of 5,300 employees in 35 countries.

All job offers are open to persons with disabilities. By working every day in the interest of society, Amundi is committed to diversity and inclusion and places people at the heart of all its transformations.