Risk and Quantitative Solutions Analyst

111 CRMC Capital Research & Mgmt; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 142,000 - 227,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonuses

Retirement contribution

Generous time-off

Flexible work options

Gifts matching program

Annual grants

Professional development resources

Job summary

Capital Group in Southern California seeks a Risk and Quantitative Solutions Analyst to provide independent, rigorous analysis that informs portfolio construction and highlights key risk positions across Fixed Income and Multi-Asset portfolios. You will partner with portfolio managers, investment teams, and oversight groups to enhance understanding, evaluation, and management of portfolio risk.

A master’s degree with 3+ years of relevant experience or a bachelor’s with 5+ years is required;

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 3+ years of relevant experience in risk management, quantitative analysis, securitization modeling, or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience in risk management, quantitative analysis, securitization modeling, or related field.
• Knowledge of factor based fixed income investment risk management, security analytics, and market dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced quantitative and qualitative analyses across Fixed Income and Multi-Asset portfolios.
• Communicate ideas, insights, and recommendations to Portfolio Managers to inform portfolio construction decisions.
• Advise Portfolio Managers on the risk characteristics of their portfolios.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Quantitative skills

Education

Master’s degree with 3+ years in risk management

Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years in risk management

Tools

Excel

Python or R

Bloomberg

Aladdin

Yield Book

Intex

Job description

“I can be myself at work.” You are more than a job title. We want you to feel comfortable doing great work and bringing your best, authentic self to everything you do. We value your talents, traditions, and uniqueness—and we’re committed to fostering a strong sense of belonging in a respectful workplace. We intentionally seek diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds, investing in a culture designed to celebrate differences. We believe that belonging leads to better outcomes and a stronger community of associates united by our mission. At Capital, we live our core values every day: Integrity, Client Focus, Diverse Perspectives, Long-Term Thinking, and Community.

“I can influence my income.” You want to feel recognized at work. Your performance will be reviewed annually, and your compensation will be designed to motivate and reward the value that you provide. You’ll receive a competitive salary, bonuses and benefits. Your company-funded retirement contribution will factor in salary and variable pay, including bonuses.

“I can lead a full life.” You bring unique goals and interests to your job and your life. Whether you’re raising a family, you’re passionate about where you volunteer, or you want to explore different career paths, we’ll give you the resources that can set you up for success. Enjoy generous time-away and health benefits from day one, with the opportunity for flexible work options Receive 2-for-1 matching gifts for your charitable contributions and the opportunity to secure annual grants for the organizations you love Access on-demand professional development resources that allow you to hone existing skills and learn new ones

I can succeed as a Risk and Quantitative Solutions Analyst at Capital Group

Capital Group is seeking a Risk and Quantitative Solutions Analyst to provide independent, rigorous analysis that informs portfolio construction decisions and highlights key risk positions across Capital’s Fixed Income and Multi-Asset portfolios. This role partners closely with portfolio managers, investment teams, and oversight groups to enhance understanding, evaluation, and management of portfolio risk. The analyst will proactively conduct advanced portfolio analysis, develop and enhance risk monitoring frameworks, and represent risk management practices in both internal and external forums. This position is suited for an experienced individual contributor with strong knowledge of investment risk management, fixed income markets, portfolio analytics, and quantitative methods.

Portfolio Risk Analysis and Advisory

• Conduct advanced quantitative and qualitative analyses across Fixed Income and Multi-Asset portfolios.
• Communicate ideas, insights, and recommendations to Portfolio Managers to help inform portfolio construction decisions.
• Advise Portfolio Managers on the risk characteristics of their portfolios.
• Proactively conduct portfolio reviews to identify key investment risks, risk concentrations, and emerging risk themes.
• Perform quantitative analyses and provide recommendations to support internal portfolio risk guidelines.

Risk Management Representation and Communication

• Present analytics, findings, and recommendations to Fixed Income investment teams and oversight groups.
• Represent Capital Group’s risk management practices in internal and external meetings.
• Communicate risk management processes and policies to external clients.
• Educate clients on Capital’s portfolio risk process, considering each client’s specific needs, objectives, and concerns.

Risk Framework, Methodology, and Reporting

• Develop and enhance frameworks for risk monitoring, reporting, and analysis.
• Develop risk methodologies and scenario analysis capabilities to improve risk assessment for Fixed Income portfolios.
• Build and enhance top-down and bottom-up portfolio risk reports to identify, explain, and monitor major portfolio risks.
• Perform quantitative analyses and provide recommendations for system solutions required for client, internal, and regulatory risk analysis.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

“I am the person Capital Group is looking for” You are an analytical, intellectually curious investment risk professional who combines quantitative skill, market knowledge, sound judgment, and strong communication ability.

You have:

• A master’s degree with 3 or more years of relevant experience in risk management, quantitative analysis, securitization modeling, or a related field; or
• A bachelor’s degree with 5 or more years of relevant experience in the areas above.
• Knowledge of factor based fixed income investment risk management, security analytics, and market dynamics.
• Experience with U.S. core, structured product and other fixed income asset modeling is a plus.
• Working knowledge of Excel, Python or R, and Bloomberg.
• Working knowledge of Aladdin; experience with Yield Book and Intex is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of finance, investment principles, portfolio construction, and risk management.
• Awareness of current and emerging policies, practices, trends, technologies, and information affecting the department or business area.
• Strong technical capability, including risk management tools, analytical methods, and technology skillsets.
• Intellectual curiosity and analytical strength in areas of high complexity.
• Sound judgment when evaluating and resolving complex matters.
• Initiative in identifying issues and recommending solutions for complex and broad matters.
• Effective written and oral communication skills with associates, senior business leaders, investment professionals, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to collaborate and build productive working relationships inside and outside the organization.
• Effectiveness in leading or facilitating discussions with senior business leaders on broad, complex, or potentially controversial topics.

“I can apply in less than 4 minutes.” You’ve reviewed this job posting and you’re ready to start the candidate journey with us.

“I can learn more about Capital Group.” At Capital Group, the success of the people who invest with us depends on the people in whom we invest. That’s why we offer a culture, compensation and opportunities that empower our associates to build successful and prosperous careers. Through nine decades, our goal is a improve people’s lives through successful investing. We know that our history is a testament to the strength of the people we hire. More than 9,000 associates in 30+ offices around the world help our clients and each other grow and thrive every day.

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Southern California Base Salary Range: $141,648-$226,637

In addition to a highly competitive base salary, per plan guidelines, restrictions and vesting requirements, you also will be eligible for an individual annual performance bonus, plus Capital’s annual profitability bonus plus a retirement plan where Capital contributes 15% of your eligible earnings.

* Temporary positions in the United States are excluded from the above mentioned compensation and benefit plans.

We are an equal opportunity employer, which means we comply with all federal, state and local laws that prohibit discrimination when making all decisions about employment. As equal opportunity employers, our policies prohibit unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including gender and gender identity), pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, AIDS/HIV status, political activities or affiliations, military or veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, assault or stalking or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Capital Group is one of the largest and most trusted financial companies in the world, with the goal of improving people's lives through successful investing. Our shared values of integrity, client focus, long-term view, diverse perspectives and community inspire our associates every day. A career at Capital Group means having countless opportunities to explore, grow and succeed.

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