Portfolio Risk Analyst

Generali Italia; Italia; In loco; EUR 35.000 - 55.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A prominent global insurance company is looking for a Risk Management professional to oversee portfolio risk assessment and mitigation. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, familiarity with financial products, and programming knowledge. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a diverse and inclusive environment.

Competenze

• 2-3 years of experience in Risk Management within Asset Management or Financial Advisory.
• Fluent in English, German/French is a plus.
• Knowledge of financial products and regulatory requirements.

Mansioni

• Conduct performance analysis and risk analysis for portfolios.
• Liaise with stakeholders and deliver analytical presentations.
• Optimize processes and develop best practices.

Conoscenze

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Formazione

University degree in Economics, Finance, or a related field

Strumenti

Bloomberg

Microsoft Office

RiskMetrics

SimCorp

VBA

SQL

Python

Descrizione del lavoro

Risk Management in GenAM is responsible for risk management activities, including risk identification and mitigation.

Specifically, the Mark to Market Portfolio Risk Management structure focuses on assessments and analysis to ensure efficient portfolio risk management through methodologies and processes that analyze and monitor performance and key risk factors for portfolios managed under the Mark to Market approach.

The final candidate will perform the following activities:

1. Performance analysis - portfolio attribution and contribution
2. Risk analysis - calculation, interpretation, limit setting, and monitoring alerts
3. Knowledge of Market Risk, Credit Risk, Liquidity Risk, and Concentration/Counterparty Risk
4. Knowledge of European regulations such as UCITS, AIFMD, MMF, EMIR, PRIIPs, and others related to asset management is a plus
5. Liaising with stakeholders, explaining calculations, fulfilling ad hoc requests, and delivering analytical presentations to internal and external clients
6. Process optimization - developing best practices, increasing efficiency, enhancing capabilities, and mitigating risks

Requirements

Our ideal candidate will meet the following:

1. University degree in Economics, Finance, or a related field
2. Fluent in English (spoken and written); proficiency in German and/or French is advantageous
3. Approximately 2-3 years of experience in Risk Management within an Asset Management or Financial Advisory firm for Institutional Investors
4. Strong knowledge of financial products, business processes, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements for model risk management
5. Knowledge of Private Assets is a plus
6. Understanding of statistical techniques and their applications
7. Proficiency with tools such as Bloomberg and Microsoft Office
8. Experience with RiskMetrics and/or SimCorp is a plus
9. Programming skills in VBA, SQL, and Python are required; additional databases and statistical tools are a plus

Nice to Have:

1. Knowledge of Solvency II and LDI solutions

Soft Skills:

1. Strong organizational skills, flexibility, problem-solving abilities, and the ability to collaborate across departments
2. Willingness to travel for business trips
3. Strong communication, teamwork, and creative thinking skills
4. Focus on continuous improvement, quality, and timely delivery

Company Profile

Generali is a leading global insurance company with nearly 200 years of history, operating in over 60 countries with 470 companies and about 80,000 employees. Our goal is to be a leader in the European retail insurance market, serving over 50 million retail clients worldwide.

Generali Asset Management is part of Generali Investments, managing over €670 billion in assets with more than 2,200 professionals across more than 20 countries. We support innovation and sustainable growth through autonomous investment strategies. Our offices are located in Milan, Trieste, Rome, Frankfurt, Cologne, Paris, and Madrid, with nearly 500 professionals.

Generali is committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, disability, religion, political beliefs, marital status, or life philosophy. We provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities or special needs during the recruitment process.