Manager, Risk & Quant Analytics

Leadingnation; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 800,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Leadingnation is seeking a Manager in Risk & Quant Analytics to enhance risk management in their international financial institution. Located in Hong Kong, the role requires collaboration with various teams to monitor risk and support portfolio managers. Ideal candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in a quantitative field and over five years of experience in risk management, specifically using quantitative tools, Python, and Excel. Analytical skills and problem-solving abilities are essential components of this position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of risk management experience in a Financial Institution or Securities Firm.
• Proficient in using quantitative tools, Python, and Excel.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with risk team members to ensure comprehensive risk management.
• Engage in meetings and discussions with portfolio managers to provide risk insights.
• Collaborate with Trading, Compliance, and Middle/Back Office departments.

Skills

Quantitative Tools

Python

Excel

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Risk Management, Accounting or other quantitative disciplines

Job description

1. Risk management in Financial Institution
2. Buy Side Opportunity
3. Proficient in Quantitative Tools, Python and Excel

Job Overview

Our client is an international financial institution with established presence in the Asia Pacific region. They are looking for Manager in Risk & Quant Analytics to conduct daily risk monitoring and implement innovative quantitative analytics to enhance understanding of the firm’s investment activities.

Responsibilities

You will collaborate with risk team members to ensure comprehensive Risk Management of the Fund. You will also engage in bi‑weekly meetings and ad hoc discussions with portfolio managers to provide risk insights and recommendations as well as provide guidance and support to portfolio managers on risk‑related matters and the use of proprietary risk management tools. You will also collaborate with Trading, Compliance, and Middle/Back Office departments to resolve issues impacting portfolio managers’ activities and performance.

Qualifications

To qualify, you should have a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Risk Management, Accounting or other quantitative disciplines. You should have at least 5 years of risk management experience in a Financial Institution or Securities Firm. Proficiency in using quantitative tools, Python and Excel is essential. You should have good analytical and problem‑solving skills.