Front Office Risk Manager – Fund / Investment Management recruitment
Overview
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced risk management professional to join a forward thinking organisation with fantastic career prospects.
The requirement is a Senior Risk Manager / Derivatives Risk Specialist who will work in (and report into) the Front Office.
You will have Investment Management experience to assist the business expansion into new products areas.
You will work in partnership with the Fund Managers to lead the development and implementation of relevant risk measures across its alternative investments and derivatives business.
You will ideally have good knowledge of AIFMD and strong hands on knowledge of managing risks in multi-asset investments including derivative products.
The position is a ‘green field’ role with the need for a self-starter with big potential to define and grow the role.
You will review on-going business changes and new product development to ensure the business incorporates necessary risk processes / procedures and that the risk management framework is maintained.
You will advise on an on-going basis the key business risks and significant control deficiencies in order to meet internal needs and regulatory requirements.
You will be responsible for designing and delivering the Front Office risk measures.
Technical Skills Qualifications Required
- Technical qualifications i.e. IMC or CFA is desirable
- The ideal candidate will have previous experience of working in the Risk Management function of a major asset management, fund management or investment management institution.
- Significant risk management experience and in particular alternative investment experience
- Advanced Excel and IT skills including strong knowledge of Macros desirable
- Knowledge of the AIFMD is highly desirable