Description

Investment Risk Manager (Fixed Income)

Location: London (On-site)

Contract Length: 9 to 12 months

Start Date: April/May

About the Role:

We are partnering with a leading asset management firm in search of a Senior Investment Risk Analyst to join their team. This role will provide direct exposure to the front office and work closely with investment teams to manage and analyse market and liquidity risks across their fixed income portfolios.

As an Investment Risk Manager, you will collaborate with key stakeholders to provide valuable insights and risk analysis to support investment decision-making. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced risk manager looking to gain front office exposure and contribute to strategic risk management initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Risk Monitoring: Assist in tracking market conditions and changes in portfolio risks to identify potential risks and opportunities.

Data Quality & Maintenance: Maintain market and liquidity data, ensuring high standards for risk analysis and portfolio management.

Ex-Ante Analysis: Conduct evaluations to refine risk models and improve forecasting accuracy. Prepare and deliver daily risk and P&L reports for fixed income portfolios, ensuring comprehensive analysis and accurate reporting.

Ad-Hoc Risk Analysis: Provide timely and insightful risk analysis to support investment teams in their decision-making.

Stakeholder Collaboration: Build relationships with internal teams, including portfolio managers, traders, and business development teams.

Tool Development: Contribute to the development of proprietary tools and projects to enhance risk management capabilities.

Required Skills & Experience:

Educational Background: Degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., Mathematics, Engineering, Finance).

Relevant Experience: Previous experience in a risk management role, preferably in fixed income markets (excluding specific product focus).

Technical Skills: Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, and VBA.

Market Knowledge: Strong understanding of fixed income products (both cash and derivatives).

Personal Attributes: Detail-oriented, proactive, and passionate about financial markets.

Why This Role:

This contract offers valuable front office exposure and a chance to work in a dynamic, collaborative environment. You will play an integral role in supporting the business through risk insights and contribute to key investment decisions.

Contract Details:

Duration: 9 to 12 months

Day Rate: £600 - £750

Start Date: April/May

Applicants:

Visa / Nationality: Sponsorship not available. Candidates must be British or not require any sponsorship.

Availability: Candidates must be immediately available or available within a month

Specific experience: Candidates must have worked in an "investment Risk" role specifically and will be required on all applicant CVs.

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