Investment Risk Analyst recruitment

Risk and portfolio construction analysis of all portfolios (covering equities, bonds, derivatives and multi-asset funds). This includes Institutional, Retail, Private Client and Charity client portfolios. Presentation of this analysis at the relevant fora.

Contribute to the development, use and understanding of risk models. We currently use Algorithmics and Style Research software as our primary risk models.

Provide analysis for discussion at the Investment Risk Group, a monthly committee that acts as a management tool for the CIO, Deputy CIO, the Investment Oversight Committee and any related meetings.

Assist with the development of new analytical techniques and analysis of new areas.

Ensure all portfolios are run with an appropriate amount of risk, that this risk is reasonably well diversified and that there is consistency between portfolios with similar mandates and consistency with the broader investment process.

Contribute to the oversight of the investment process and review whether it is functioning efficiently. Ensure the appropriate representation of Research and Strategy views and recommendations across the different product groups.

General resource for all risk related questions/issues as and when they arise. This includes explaining technical aspects to fund managers, relationship managers and sales people.

Develop relationships with members of the Investment Team and relevant parts of the broader business.

Person Requirements

- MSc/PhD preferable

- Matlab preferable

Finance Professionals is part of Hydrogen Group.