Risk Analyst jobs in United Kingdom

We are seeking a Quantitative Risk Analyst – Sustainability to support our efforts in strengthening our second line sustainability risk oversight activities. The ideal candidate will have experience in working on modelling sustainability risks in the context of asset management or could leverage her/his previous experience in other applied quantitative fields. This is a highly technical role requiring a strong quantitative and coding background. The Quantitative Risk Analyst – Sustainability will interact mostly with Investments, Stewardship & Sustainability, Product and other second line teams to collectively enhance sustainability risk measurement and representation across the Group. The Quantitative Risk Analyst – Sustainability will report to the Head of Risk Europe with global responsibilities for Sustainability Risk, Risk Analytics & Modelling for Asset Management.

• Contribute to further developing quantitative sustainability risk analysis for our asset management business
• Support the design and implementation of specific sustainability stress tests on portfolios across public and private market investment strategies
• Support integration of sustainability into asset management risk processes and activities
• Support presentation and communication of sustainability risk assessments to internal committees, and other key stakeholders
• Support training and upskilling of investment and risk teams
• Participating in cross‑functional initiatives to foster firm‑wide sustainability practices

We have a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture at M&G, underpinned by our policies and our employee‑led networks who provide networking opportunities, advice and support for the diverse communities our colleagues represent. Regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, nationality, disability or long‑term condition, we are looking to attract, promote and retain exceptional people. We also welcome those who take part in military service and those returning from career breaks.

M&G is also proud to be a Disability Confident Leader, and we welcome applications from candidates with long‑term health conditions, disabilities, or neuro‑divergent conditions. If you need assistance or an alternative means of applying for a role due to a disability or additional need, please let us know by contacting us at: careers@mandg.com

• 1 to 3 years’ experience in sustainability risk modelling in asset management or related field is a plus
• Strong coding skills (i.e. Python) is essential
• Prior experience in asset management is a plus
• Strong entrepreneurial mindset, taking initiative to continuously learn, and develop and implement ideas to enhance risk oversight practices
• Strong technical skills and ability to apply these skills to business problems
• Prior experience in a second line risk oversight function a plus
• Strong communication skills. Comfortable in communicating ideas and analysis at different levels
• A Masters or PhD degree in scientific/quantitative field would be advantageous

• As a savings and Investments firm we are proud to offer a valuable pension scheme of 18%, with 13% made up of Employer Contributions and 5% Employee Contributions. We also offer Share Save and our Share Incentive Plan, together with access to financial wellbeing and support services - to help give you real confidence to put your money to work.
• Enjoy 38 days annual leave including bank holidays, with the opportunity to purchase up to 5 extra days and additional flexibility through our Time Off When You Need It policy - to balance your work and personal commitments.
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• Health & Protection cover including Private Healthcare, Critical Illness cover and Life Assurance for you, with family options - for peace of mind.