Risk Analyst

CO_BRGFND FundRock Management Company (Ireland) Limited; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CO_BRGFND FundRock Management Company (Ireland) Limited is looking for a Fund Risk professional to engage with senior management and lead risk initiatives. The role includes monitoring investment risks, enhancing risk analytics, and preparing governance reports.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in the UCITS framework and a relevant finance degree. Strong communication skills and a detail-oriented approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience in the UCITS and/or EU Alternative Investment Fund frameworks.
• Certification or progress towards qualifications such as FRM, PRM, CFA or CAIA is preferred.
• Understanding of AIFM and UCITS regulatory frameworks and risk-management requirements.

Responsibilities

• Monitor investment risks of funds ensuring alignment with investment objectives.
• Enhance risk analytics using in-house and third-party tools.
• Prepare board reports and respond to material risk issues.

Skills

Risk management

Financial data analysis

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant finance or quantitative degree

Job description

FundRock Management Company (Ireland) Limited (FMCIL) is a third‑party UCITS Fund Management Company and Alternative Investment Fund Manager regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland, with approximately €100billion in assets under management. Our clients’ funds range from under €100m to over €10bn across a diverse set of strategies and investment security types. FMCIL’s objective is to protect shareholders’ interests by helping clients comply with their regulatory requirements, delivering first‑class client service through a motivated team.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will report to the Head of Risk and play a key role in all aspects of Fund Risk, contributing to strategic initiatives and potentially leading or mentoring junior staff. The position involves regular engagement with senior management and external stakeholders, presenting a unique opportunity to influence the governance and performance of a dynamic Fund Management Company.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform ongoing monitoring of investment risks of funds to ensure alignment with investment objectives, policy and regulatory restrictions.
• Generate, review and enhance risk analytics using in‑house and third‑party risk management tools.
• Assist in implementing the internal Fund Risk Management framework for new product initiatives and fund launches.
• Support the Fund Risk team in preparing board reports.
• Respond promptly to material risk issues that arise on funds by escalating to the appropriate authority within the management company.
• Generate regular and exception‑based risk reporting for fund boards and the management company to fulfil governance obligations.
• Contribute to onboarding of new clients by drafting risk‑related documentation (Risk Management Process, Risk Appetite Statements, Risk Profiles) and other due‑diligence documents.
• Liaise regularly with key external stakeholders, including investment managers, administrators, depositaries and law firms.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience in the UCITS and/or EU Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) frameworks.
• Relevant finance or quantitative degree, with certification or progress towards qualifications such as FRM, PRM, CFA or CAIA.
• Understanding of the AIFM and UCITS regulatory frameworks, especially risk‑management requirements.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills, able to interpret complex financial data and convey insights to stakeholders, including portfolio managers, fund directors and senior management.
• Energetic, solutions‑driven team player willing to support and collaborate with colleagues.
• Self‑starter with a detail‑oriented & pragmatic approach to problem‑solving.
• Adaptable, creative and capable of addressing diverse client needs effectively.

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