Investment Risk Manager

ACCA Careers; Lisboa; Presencial; EUR 70 000 - 110 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

ACCA Careers is seeking a Risk Manager to establish, operate and continuously develop the internal risk management framework for an investment management company and its funds. The role combines hands-on risk oversight with direct interaction with the Board and key stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in asset management, strong knowledge of risk frameworks, stress testing and portfolio risk analysis, and professional fluency in Portuguese and English.

Qualificações

• Degree in a finance-related field and strong quantitative skills.
• Experience with risk management frameworks and KRIs.
• Proven ability to challenge and communicate with senior teams.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, maintain and operate the risk management framework, policies and KRIs.
• Identify, assess and monitor investment, market, liquidity and credit risks.
• Independently assess material investment risks and challenge the Investment team.
• Monitor breach remediation and escalate when needed.
• Perform stress testing and scenario analysis across portfolios.
• Prepare risk reporting to the Board and regulatory bodies.
• Support oversight of outsourced providers from a risk perspective.
• Liaise with Board, auditors and stakeholders on risk matters.
• Ensure risk function remains independent from operations.

Conhecimentos

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Independent judgment

Formação académica

Finance/Economics/Mathematics/Engineering degree

Descrição da oferta de emprego

We are looking for a Risk Manager to establish, operate and continuously develop the internal risk management framework of an investment management company and the alternative investment funds under its management.

This is a key position within the organisation, working independently from the investment function and combining hands-on risk oversight with direct interaction with the Board and other relevant stakeholders.

Client Details

Our client is a growing investment management business operating within a broader ecosystem focused on private wealth, international investment and cross-border solutions in Portugal. The wider platform supports internationally minded families and investors across areas including wealth, investment strategies, tax and residency solutions.

The business operates in an international environment and works alongside separately regulated third-party firms where regulated investment services are required.

Description

• Develop, maintain and operate the company's risk management framework, policies, risk limits and Key Risk Indicators (KRIs);
• Identify, assess and monitor investment, market, liquidity, concentration, counterparty, credit and operational risks across the funds under management;
• Independently assess material investment risks and provide effective and constructive challenge to the Investment team;
• Monitor compliance with established risk limits and coordinate the escalation and remediation of actual or potential breaches;
• Perform stress testing and scenario analysis across relevant portfolios;
• Prepare regular and comprehensive risk reporting to the Board;
• Contribute to regulatory reporting requirements and the assessment of new funds, products and investment strategies;
• Support the oversight of outsourced providers from a risk management perspective;
• Liaise with the Board, auditors, depositaries and other relevant stakeholders on risk-related matters;
• Ensure that the risk management function remains independent from the operational and investment functions.

Profile

• Degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, Risk Management or a related field;
• At least 4 years of professional experience within asset management, investment funds, private equity, banking, risk advisory or another regulated financial institution;
• Strong understanding of investment and financial risk;
• Previous exposure to alternative investment funds, private markets or illiquid assets will be highly valued;
• Good knowledge of risk management frameworks, stress testing and portfolio risk analysis;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities;
• Confidence to constructively challenge senior investment professionals while maintaining a collaborative approach;
• Excellent written communication and reporting skills;
• High degree of independence, integrity and professional judgement;
• Professional fluency in Portuguese and English.

Job Offer

• The opportunity to take ownership of a key control function within a growing investment management business;
• A highly visible position with direct exposure to the Board and senior stakeholders;
• The opportunity to build and continuously enhance the company's risk management framework;
• Exposure to alternative investments and private/illiquid assets;
• An international and entrepreneurial working environment;
• A role combining strategic input with hands-on risk management responsibilities.