Quant Risk Analyst: Portfolio Risk & Tech Analytics

Atlas Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Search seeks a Risk Analyst to monitor daily risk and perform portfolio analysis across asset classes in a quantitative, tech-driven environment. You will collaborate with risk management, portfolio teams, and clients to ensure risk controls and timely reporting.

Qualified candidates bring 1–4 years in quantitative risk, strong problem-solving skills, and programming experience in Python, Java, or Groovy. Knowledge of VaR, risk models, and platforms like Axioma or Aladdin is a plus.

Qualifications

• Follows a MS in a quantitative field such as Math, Physics, Economics, CS, or Engineering.
• Strong programming and analytical capabilities with a finance focus.
• Experience in investment management or risk roles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily risk limits for sub-advised portfolios per investment management agreements.
• Maintain and customize the firm’s risk portal and related risk infrastructure.
• Conduct ad hoc risk analysis and reporting based on client requests.
• Troubleshoot issues, identify bugs, and implement solutions in a fast-paced environment.
• Support daily hedging portfolio management and risk mitigation activities.

Skills

Python

Java

Groovy

Quantitative analysis

Education

MS in quantitative field

Tools

Axioma

MSCI Barra

BlackRock Aladdin

Job description

Atlas Search seeks a Risk Analyst to monitor daily risk and perform portfolio analysis across asset classes in a quantitative, tech-driven environment. You will collaborate with risk management, portfolio teams, and clients to ensure risk controls and timely reporting.

Qualified candidates bring 1–4 years in quantitative risk, strong problem-solving skills, and programming experience in Python, Java, or Groovy. Knowledge of VaR, risk models, and platforms like Axioma or Aladdin is a plus.