Equity L/S Risk Analyst — Portfolio Insight

Verition; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Verition Fund Management LLC is hiring an Equity Long/Short Risk Analyst in New York to monitor portfolio exposures, run stress tests, and track risk metrics. The role supports oversight with the Risk Manager and collaborates with PMs on daily risk questions.

The candidate should have 4–5 years in risk management in equities, buyside experience preferred, and strong Python/SQL skills with familiarity in Barra models and AI tools. Strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• 4–5 years of risk management experience in the financial sector with a focus on equity markets.
• Buyside experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL; familiarity with AI tools.
• Familiarity with risk models and market conventions (e.g., Barra factor models).

Responsibilities

• Monitor portfolio exposures, run stress tests and track risk metrics.
• Support position and portfolio oversight alongside the Equity Long/Short Risk Manager.
• Produce regular and ad hoc risk reports for senior management and committees.
• Assist model validation and enhancements with the Equity Portfolio Researcher and Central team.
• Help ensure adherence to risk limits and internal policies.

Skills

Python

SQL

Risk management

Communication

Hands-on approach

Tools

AI tools

Barra models

Job description

Verition Fund Management LLC is hiring an Equity Long/Short Risk Analyst in New York to monitor portfolio exposures, run stress tests, and track risk metrics. The role supports oversight with the Risk Manager and collaborates with PMs on daily risk questions.

The candidate should have 4–5 years in risk management in equities, buyside experience preferred, and strong Python/SQL skills with familiarity in Barra models and AI tools. Strong communication is essential.