402 Portfolio Risk jobs in the United Kingdom
Portfolio Risk Modeler, Vice President - Aladdin Financial Engineering
London, London
BlackRock
Posted 5 days ago
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**About this role**
BlackRock is one of the world's preeminent asset management firms and a premier provider of global investment management, risk management and advisory services to institutional, intermediary, and individual investors around the world. BlackRock's mission is to create a better financial future for our clients. We have a responsibility to be the voice of the investor, and we represent each client fairly and equally. Constant communication with a diverse team of partners strengthens us and delivers better results for our clients. Continuous innovation helps us bring the best of BlackRock to our clients.
BlackRock offers a range of solutions - from rigorous fundamental and quantitative active management approaches aimed at maximizing outperformance to highly efficient indexing strategies designed to gain broad exposure to the world's capital markets. Our clients can access our investment solutions through a variety of product structures, including individual and institutional separate accounts, mutual funds and other pooled investment vehicles, and the industry-leading iShares® ETFs.
About Aladdin Financial Engineering (AFE)
Join a diverse and collaborative team of over 400 modelers and technologists in Aladdin Financial Engineering (AFE) within BlackRock Solutions, the business responsible for the research and development of Aladdin's financial models. This group is also accountable for analytics production, enhancing the infrastructure platform, and delivering analytics content to portfolio and risk management professionals (both within BlackRock and across the Aladdin client community).
The models developed and supported by AFE span a wide array of financial products covering equities, fixed income, commodities, derivatives, and private markets. AFE provides investment insights that range from an analysis of cash flows on a single bond, to the overall financial risk associated with an entire portfolio, balance sheet, or enterprise
Role Overview:
We are looking to hire a senior to join our Portfolio Risk Modeling team to drive the development of portfolio risk models for private market investments. This team builds and maintains risk models and analytics, including linear factor models, Value-at-Risk (VaR) methodologies, volatility and covariance matrix estimation, and portfolio stress testing & scenario analytics. These models span a wide variety of asset classes including fixed income, equity, and private markets. The models utilize sophisticated econometric/statistical methods, and are used by traders, portfolio managers and risk managers at BlackRock and Aladdin clients for risk management, portfolio construction, regulatory reporting, compliance and performance attribution.
This individual would have a strong background in quantitative research, have demonstrable project management skills as well as proven experience to work in a team environment as well as collaborating with senior modelers from other groups/regions. This person is expected to join as an individual contributing to the design and development of our private market risk models, particularly in the private debt (i.e., real estate debt, infrastructure debt) space
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct empirical research to calibrate new models to financial data
- Backtesting, documenting, and guiding new models and methodologies through validation
- Partner with engineering teams to migrate private markets models onto state-of-art production systems
- Build and maintain model governance controls, including (but not limited to) model performance monitoring, model documentation, model remediations and supporting internal & external client model validations
- Communicate (verbally and in writing) with internal stakeholders and external clients on the design, backtesting, and usage of the models. Discuss model performance regularly, investigate exceptional model performance, diagnose issues and conduct corrective remediations
Qualifications
- 5-8 years of experience in quantitative field / statistical modeling. Experience with one or more of the following is preferred: portfolio risk factor models and analytics, private markets investments, domain knowledge about fixed income securities. We will also consider candidates who hold PhD or master's in financial engineering degree, candidates with 3+ years of experience.
- Master's or PhD degree in a quantitative discipline or one that relates to application of quantitative techniques in finance (financial engineering, math finance, etc.)
- A strong background in data-driven quantitative research, econometrics, and empirical asset pricing
- Hands-on experience with statistical modeling through software (e.g., Python, R) and strong background in programming. Proficiency with Python is required
- Experience with data handling (ETL, data joining with SQL, cleaning, processing, summarizing, descriptive analysis), and building and back-testing statistical and econometric models
- Experience with eFront and/or Preqin is not required but strongly preferred
- Knowledge of investments, portfolio management is not required but preferred - Experience with any version control system (e.g., git) is strongly preferred
- Prior work experience in financial modeling (e.g., risk models, analytics, private markets) or data science and model deployment to production environment is a plus
- Ability to work effectively with a team of highly motivated individuals
- Time and project management skills
- Proven track record of guiding junior talent
- Positive attitude and ability to work both independently and as a part of a global team in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Resourcefulness and strong problem-solving skills even in the face of constraints, limited options, or uncertainties
**Our benefits**
To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.
**Our hybrid work model**
BlackRock's hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person - aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.
**About BlackRock**
At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children's educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.
This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment - the one we make in our employees. It's why we're dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.
For additional information on BlackRock, please visit @blackrock ( | Twitter: @blackrock ( | LinkedIn: is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.
BlackRock is one of the world's preeminent asset management firms and a premier provider of global investment management, risk management and advisory services to institutional, intermediary, and individual investors around the world. BlackRock's mission is to create a better financial future for our clients. We have a responsibility to be the voice of the investor, and we represent each client fairly and equally. Constant communication with a diverse team of partners strengthens us and delivers better results for our clients. Continuous innovation helps us bring the best of BlackRock to our clients.
BlackRock offers a range of solutions - from rigorous fundamental and quantitative active management approaches aimed at maximizing outperformance to highly efficient indexing strategies designed to gain broad exposure to the world's capital markets. Our clients can access our investment solutions through a variety of product structures, including individual and institutional separate accounts, mutual funds and other pooled investment vehicles, and the industry-leading iShares® ETFs.
About Aladdin Financial Engineering (AFE)
Join a diverse and collaborative team of over 400 modelers and technologists in Aladdin Financial Engineering (AFE) within BlackRock Solutions, the business responsible for the research and development of Aladdin's financial models. This group is also accountable for analytics production, enhancing the infrastructure platform, and delivering analytics content to portfolio and risk management professionals (both within BlackRock and across the Aladdin client community).
The models developed and supported by AFE span a wide array of financial products covering equities, fixed income, commodities, derivatives, and private markets. AFE provides investment insights that range from an analysis of cash flows on a single bond, to the overall financial risk associated with an entire portfolio, balance sheet, or enterprise
Role Overview:
We are looking to hire a senior to join our Portfolio Risk Modeling team to drive the development of portfolio risk models for private market investments. This team builds and maintains risk models and analytics, including linear factor models, Value-at-Risk (VaR) methodologies, volatility and covariance matrix estimation, and portfolio stress testing & scenario analytics. These models span a wide variety of asset classes including fixed income, equity, and private markets. The models utilize sophisticated econometric/statistical methods, and are used by traders, portfolio managers and risk managers at BlackRock and Aladdin clients for risk management, portfolio construction, regulatory reporting, compliance and performance attribution.
This individual would have a strong background in quantitative research, have demonstrable project management skills as well as proven experience to work in a team environment as well as collaborating with senior modelers from other groups/regions. This person is expected to join as an individual contributing to the design and development of our private market risk models, particularly in the private debt (i.e., real estate debt, infrastructure debt) space
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct empirical research to calibrate new models to financial data
- Backtesting, documenting, and guiding new models and methodologies through validation
- Partner with engineering teams to migrate private markets models onto state-of-art production systems
- Build and maintain model governance controls, including (but not limited to) model performance monitoring, model documentation, model remediations and supporting internal & external client model validations
- Communicate (verbally and in writing) with internal stakeholders and external clients on the design, backtesting, and usage of the models. Discuss model performance regularly, investigate exceptional model performance, diagnose issues and conduct corrective remediations
Qualifications
- 5-8 years of experience in quantitative field / statistical modeling. Experience with one or more of the following is preferred: portfolio risk factor models and analytics, private markets investments, domain knowledge about fixed income securities. We will also consider candidates who hold PhD or master's in financial engineering degree, candidates with 3+ years of experience.
- Master's or PhD degree in a quantitative discipline or one that relates to application of quantitative techniques in finance (financial engineering, math finance, etc.)
- A strong background in data-driven quantitative research, econometrics, and empirical asset pricing
- Hands-on experience with statistical modeling through software (e.g., Python, R) and strong background in programming. Proficiency with Python is required
- Experience with data handling (ETL, data joining with SQL, cleaning, processing, summarizing, descriptive analysis), and building and back-testing statistical and econometric models
- Experience with eFront and/or Preqin is not required but strongly preferred
- Knowledge of investments, portfolio management is not required but preferred - Experience with any version control system (e.g., git) is strongly preferred
- Prior work experience in financial modeling (e.g., risk models, analytics, private markets) or data science and model deployment to production environment is a plus
- Ability to work effectively with a team of highly motivated individuals
- Time and project management skills
- Proven track record of guiding junior talent
- Positive attitude and ability to work both independently and as a part of a global team in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Resourcefulness and strong problem-solving skills even in the face of constraints, limited options, or uncertainties
**Our benefits**
To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.
**Our hybrid work model**
BlackRock's hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person - aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.
**About BlackRock**
At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children's educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.
This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment - the one we make in our employees. It's why we're dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.
For additional information on BlackRock, please visit @blackrock ( | Twitter: @blackrock ( | LinkedIn: is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.
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Portfolio Credit Risk Manager
EC2V 7AN London Liverpool Street, London
cer Financial
Posted 12 days ago
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Portfolio Credit Risk Manager
Commercial Real Estate (CRE)
City of London
Permanent
£85,000
cer Financial are working alongside a financial services firm who are based in the City of London. They are seeking a Portfolio Credit Risk Manager to work them on a permanent basis.
The responsibilities of the Portfolio Credit Risk Manager will include:
- Be able to work independently and manage multiple loan por.
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Senior Investment Risk Analyst
London, London
Janus Henderson Investors
Posted 17 days ago
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Why work for us?
A career at Janus Henderson is more than a job, it's about investing in a brighter future together.
Our Mission at Janus Henderson is to help clients define and achieve superior financial outcomes through differentiated insights, disciplined investments, and world-class service. We will do this by protecting and growing our core business, amplifying our strengths and diversifying where we have the right.
Our Values are key to driving our success, and are at the heart of everything we do:
Clients Come First - Always | Execution Supersedes Intention | Together We Win | Diversity Improves Results | Truth Builds Trust
If our mission, values, and purpose align with your own, we would love to hear from you!
Your opportunity
We are seeking a Senior Risk Analyst to join the Alternatives Investment Risk team, supporting a multi-strategy, multi-asset portfolios. The nature of the role demands a quantitative mindset, programming ability, good knowledge of factor models and derivatives. You will possess good communication and interpersonal skills, a good understanding of risk models and different investment processes combined with self-sufficiency and initiatives.
The Investment Risk team is a front-office function. You will support the Head of Alternatives Investment Risk in ensuring the fund risk profile reflect client expectations and continuously improving the risk-adjusted returns delivered to clients. This will include but not limited to working closely with Portfolio Managers, identifying both explicit and hidden risks in the portfolios, and taking ownership of escalation and resolution of issues when identified. You will also help analyse returns to quantify and understand drivers of performance.
You will:
+ Design processes to ensure that accurate risk analytics are available on a timely basis.
+ Analyse risk attribution reports for use by the Portfolio Managers, Head of Alternatives Investment Risk, Asset Class Heads, and other interested users of the data such as senior management, board directors, marketing, and compliance.
+ Work with Portfolio Managers in regular risk review meetings, as well as off-cycle focus discussion, covering all aspects of investment risk, performance and other relevant metrics to ensure portfolios are managed in the client's best interest.
+ Partner with investment teams on fund structuring and portfolio optimisation strategies.
+ Respond to direct requests from Portfolio Managers and proactively interact with them.
+ Contribute to the development of portfolio risk analysis, enhancing existing risk modelling and analytics while determining creative approaches to decompose risk and performance or create new, insightful analysis on funds.
+ Collaborate with Technology and external vendors in streamlining systems and workflows and drive efficiency
+ Escalate concerns and highlight the risk levels and risk drivers to the team and senior management
+ Produce ad hoc reports for the business, focused on risk issues in the prevailing markets.
+ Support implementation and development of quantitative solutions for risk management.
+ Work closely with other members of the team, providing mentoring and technical support, as appropriate.
+ Execute other tasks and duties as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to contribute to the team's overall success
What to expect when you join our firm
+ Hybrid working and reasonable accommodations
+ Generous Holiday policies
+ Excellent Health and Wellbeing benefits including corporate membership to ClassPass
+ Paid volunteer time to step away from your desk and into the community
+ Support to grow through professional development courses, tuition/qualification reimbursement and more
+ Maternal/paternal leave benefits and family services
+ Complimentary subscription to Headspace - the mindfulness app
+ All employee events including networking opportunities and social activities
+ Lunch allowance for use within our subsidized onsite canteen
Must have skills
Experience:
+ Degree educated or equivalent in a relevant subject e.g. Quantitative Finance, Statistics
+ Background in investment risk, quantitative finance, or front-office risk management
+ Prior experience in a similar role
Technical:
+ Experience across multiple asset classes (e.g. equities, commodities, fixed income, rates, currencies), with good understanding of risk and return profiles in at least 2 of these areas, and the ability to quickly become proficient in others as required
+ Strong knowledge of derivatives (types, valuation and pricing, and risks)
+ Strong knowledge of risk models, with a focus on factor models
+ Strong quantitative skills, including Excel, Python, and SQL for risk analytics and data processing
+ Strong understanding of risk concepts, stress testing and scenario analysis
Personal attributes:
+ Self-motivated and results-oriented individual, with the ability to work with limited direct supervision
+ Strong problem-solving skills with good attention to detail
+ Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate effectively at all levels
+ Ability to prioritise, organise and manage multiple tasks on short notice
+ Interest in learn and keep up to date with the markets and investment industry
Nice to have skills
+ Experience with multi-strategy hedge funds or alternatives investments is a plus
+ Good knowledge of risk systems, including MSCI RiskMetrics, Barra, and Bloomberg
+ Experience with data visualization tools (e.g. PowerBI)
+ CFA, FRM, or CQF qualifications preferred but not required
Investment areas
Has responsibility for supporting portfolios within Liquid Alternatives.
Supervisory responsibilities
+ No
Potential for growth
+ Mentoring
+ Leadership development programs
+ Regular training
+ Career development services
+ Continuing education courses
You will be expected to understand the regulatory obligations of the firm and abide by the regulated entity requirements and JHI policies applicable for your role.
At Janus Henderson Investors we're committed to an inclusive and supportive environment. We believe diversity improves results and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. Don't worry if you don't think you tick every box, we still want to hear from you! We understand everyone has different commitments and while we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're happy to be asked about work flexibility and our hybrid working environment. If you need any reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process, please get in touch and let us know at #LI-CH
LI-CH2 #LI-Hybrid
Janus Henderson (including its subsidiaries) will not maintain existing or sponsor new industry registrations or licenses where not supported by an employee's job functions (as determined by Janus Henderson at its sole discretion).
All applicants must be willing to comply with the provisions of Janus Henderson Investment Advisory Code of Ethics related to personal securities activities and other disclosure and certification requirements, including past political contributions and political activities. Applicants' past political contributions or activity may impact applicants' eligibility for this position. Janus Henderson is an equal opportunity /Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. All applications are subject to background checks.
A career at Janus Henderson is more than a job, it's about investing in a brighter future together.
Our Mission at Janus Henderson is to help clients define and achieve superior financial outcomes through differentiated insights, disciplined investments, and world-class service. We will do this by protecting and growing our core business, amplifying our strengths and diversifying where we have the right.
Our Values are key to driving our success, and are at the heart of everything we do:
Clients Come First - Always | Execution Supersedes Intention | Together We Win | Diversity Improves Results | Truth Builds Trust
If our mission, values, and purpose align with your own, we would love to hear from you!
Your opportunity
We are seeking a Senior Risk Analyst to join the Alternatives Investment Risk team, supporting a multi-strategy, multi-asset portfolios. The nature of the role demands a quantitative mindset, programming ability, good knowledge of factor models and derivatives. You will possess good communication and interpersonal skills, a good understanding of risk models and different investment processes combined with self-sufficiency and initiatives.
The Investment Risk team is a front-office function. You will support the Head of Alternatives Investment Risk in ensuring the fund risk profile reflect client expectations and continuously improving the risk-adjusted returns delivered to clients. This will include but not limited to working closely with Portfolio Managers, identifying both explicit and hidden risks in the portfolios, and taking ownership of escalation and resolution of issues when identified. You will also help analyse returns to quantify and understand drivers of performance.
You will:
+ Design processes to ensure that accurate risk analytics are available on a timely basis.
+ Analyse risk attribution reports for use by the Portfolio Managers, Head of Alternatives Investment Risk, Asset Class Heads, and other interested users of the data such as senior management, board directors, marketing, and compliance.
+ Work with Portfolio Managers in regular risk review meetings, as well as off-cycle focus discussion, covering all aspects of investment risk, performance and other relevant metrics to ensure portfolios are managed in the client's best interest.
+ Partner with investment teams on fund structuring and portfolio optimisation strategies.
+ Respond to direct requests from Portfolio Managers and proactively interact with them.
+ Contribute to the development of portfolio risk analysis, enhancing existing risk modelling and analytics while determining creative approaches to decompose risk and performance or create new, insightful analysis on funds.
+ Collaborate with Technology and external vendors in streamlining systems and workflows and drive efficiency
+ Escalate concerns and highlight the risk levels and risk drivers to the team and senior management
+ Produce ad hoc reports for the business, focused on risk issues in the prevailing markets.
+ Support implementation and development of quantitative solutions for risk management.
+ Work closely with other members of the team, providing mentoring and technical support, as appropriate.
+ Execute other tasks and duties as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to contribute to the team's overall success
What to expect when you join our firm
+ Hybrid working and reasonable accommodations
+ Generous Holiday policies
+ Excellent Health and Wellbeing benefits including corporate membership to ClassPass
+ Paid volunteer time to step away from your desk and into the community
+ Support to grow through professional development courses, tuition/qualification reimbursement and more
+ Maternal/paternal leave benefits and family services
+ Complimentary subscription to Headspace - the mindfulness app
+ All employee events including networking opportunities and social activities
+ Lunch allowance for use within our subsidized onsite canteen
Must have skills
Experience:
+ Degree educated or equivalent in a relevant subject e.g. Quantitative Finance, Statistics
+ Background in investment risk, quantitative finance, or front-office risk management
+ Prior experience in a similar role
Technical:
+ Experience across multiple asset classes (e.g. equities, commodities, fixed income, rates, currencies), with good understanding of risk and return profiles in at least 2 of these areas, and the ability to quickly become proficient in others as required
+ Strong knowledge of derivatives (types, valuation and pricing, and risks)
+ Strong knowledge of risk models, with a focus on factor models
+ Strong quantitative skills, including Excel, Python, and SQL for risk analytics and data processing
+ Strong understanding of risk concepts, stress testing and scenario analysis
Personal attributes:
+ Self-motivated and results-oriented individual, with the ability to work with limited direct supervision
+ Strong problem-solving skills with good attention to detail
+ Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate effectively at all levels
+ Ability to prioritise, organise and manage multiple tasks on short notice
+ Interest in learn and keep up to date with the markets and investment industry
Nice to have skills
+ Experience with multi-strategy hedge funds or alternatives investments is a plus
+ Good knowledge of risk systems, including MSCI RiskMetrics, Barra, and Bloomberg
+ Experience with data visualization tools (e.g. PowerBI)
+ CFA, FRM, or CQF qualifications preferred but not required
Investment areas
Has responsibility for supporting portfolios within Liquid Alternatives.
Supervisory responsibilities
+ No
Potential for growth
+ Mentoring
+ Leadership development programs
+ Regular training
+ Career development services
+ Continuing education courses
You will be expected to understand the regulatory obligations of the firm and abide by the regulated entity requirements and JHI policies applicable for your role.
At Janus Henderson Investors we're committed to an inclusive and supportive environment. We believe diversity improves results and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. Don't worry if you don't think you tick every box, we still want to hear from you! We understand everyone has different commitments and while we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're happy to be asked about work flexibility and our hybrid working environment. If you need any reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process, please get in touch and let us know at #LI-CH
LI-CH2 #LI-Hybrid
Janus Henderson (including its subsidiaries) will not maintain existing or sponsor new industry registrations or licenses where not supported by an employee's job functions (as determined by Janus Henderson at its sole discretion).
All applicants must be willing to comply with the provisions of Janus Henderson Investment Advisory Code of Ethics related to personal securities activities and other disclosure and certification requirements, including past political contributions and political activities. Applicants' past political contributions or activity may impact applicants' eligibility for this position. Janus Henderson is an equal opportunity /Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. All applications are subject to background checks.
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Senior Investment Risk Analyst
EC3A 8EP London, London
£80000 Annually
WhatJobs
Posted 1 day ago
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Our client, a leading financial institution, is seeking a highly analytical and experienced Senior Investment Risk Analyst to join their dynamic team in the heart of London, England, UK . This hybrid role offers the flexibility of remote work combined with essential in-office collaboration, allowing for both focused independent work and crucial team interaction. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and managing investment risks across a diverse portfolio of assets. This includes developing and implementing sophisticated risk models, conducting stress tests, and providing actionable insights to portfolio managers and senior management. You will play a critical role in ensuring the firm's compliance with regulatory requirements and maintaining a robust risk management framework. The ideal candidate will possess a strong quantitative background, exceptional analytical skills, and a deep understanding of financial markets, derivatives, and various asset classes. Experience with risk management software and programming languages is highly advantageous. This position requires meticulous attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to communicate complex risk concepts clearly and concisely.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
This hybrid role requires attendance at our offices in London, England, UK , on a regular basis.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and validate quantitative models for assessing investment risk.
- Conduct scenario analysis, stress testing, and sensitivity analysis on investment portfolios.
- Monitor market movements and portfolio positions to identify emerging risks.
- Analyze the risk-return profile of potential investments and existing holdings.
- Prepare detailed risk reports and present findings to portfolio managers and senior leadership.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., Basel III, Solvency II) and internal risk policies.
- Collaborate with front-office teams to integrate risk management considerations into investment decisions.
- Identify and propose enhancements to the firm's risk management framework and systems.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of risk mitigation strategies.
- Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging trends in investment risk management.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree or PhD in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in investment risk management, quantitative analysis, or a similar role within the financial services industry.
- Strong understanding of financial markets, asset classes (equities, fixed income, derivatives), and portfolio theory.
- Proficiency in statistical software and programming languages such as R, Python, MATLAB, or similar.
- Experience with risk management platforms and databases.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts effectively.
- Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or Financial Risk Manager (FRM) designation is a plus.
- Ability to work effectively in both independent and collaborative team settings.
This hybrid role requires attendance at our offices in London, England, UK , on a regular basis.
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Risk Analyst
Kirkham, North West
Inspired Energy Solutions Ltd
Posted today
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Inspired PLC
Inspired PLC is a UK market leading technology enabled provider of energy and sustainability advisory services. Since 2000, it has grown in scale and capability and is servicing over 3,400 UK and Irish clients across all sectors.
To enable businesses to respond to the climate emergency, we focus on solving their toughest challenges. By managing data comprehensively, sourcing energy sustainably and reducing carbon efficiently, we allow our clients to control costs effectively, make authentic ESG disclosures, improve their business performance, whilst powering their journey to net zero.
This role is ideally suited to a career minded, ambitious individual who is looking for that unique opportunity to prove what they can do and then be rewarded for it.
We are looking for a Risk Analyst to join our successful Risk team. This is a Home Based role with some occasional travel to the office required.
Role and Responsibilities
The role of Risk Analyst is to support the Risk department and Internal Stakeholders in the providing best in class service to customers of Inspired PLC who purchase their energy supply requirement via a Flexible Purchasing product.
The primary objective of the role is to assist Risk Directors/Managers with timely, accurate and comprehensive support.
The successful candidate's responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
- Trading support, complete hedging requests for smaller Inspired customers and ensure timely and accurate deal capture in the appropriate systems. li>Platform support, ensure that Platform Manager (ETRM) and Sugar (CRM) are up to date with accurate details and information for all customers and trades.
- Monitor and check ustomer position reports and hedging performance.
- onitor customer energy usage, report against expected levels and support reforecasting.
- Suppo t the Risk Directors/Managers with administrative tasks.
- S pport Account Managers and Quality Assurance with any queries on customers trades, systems and reporting.
- Support m nthly Cost of Gas and Cost of Electricity, price validations for a variety of customers and products.
- Ensure info mation systems are operated to the required standard to maintain accurate and secure records.
- Liaison ith the various divisions in Inspired PLC to support on delivering risk objectives.
- Ad Hoc asks as requested by your manager or departmental lead.
- Rea and comply with the company’s Health and Safety Policy; taking reasonable care for the Health and Safety of themselves and others; co-operate with managers and other employees in fulfilling our objectives and statutory duties.
Experience and Qualifications
Essential:
- Have a high numerical ability with analytical capability and a strong academic background.
- Can le rn new software platforms and ways of working.
- Ha e a good understanding of risk management analysis, probability, statistics and quantitative analysis.
- The abi ity to work with and analyse large, complex data sets across spreadsheets and databases.
- Highly r silient, with experience of building strong relationships.
- D monstrate proven time management skills.
- Poss ss excellent interpersonal skills and be a good team worker.
- Degr e level educated in an Engineering, mathematical or economic discipline.
- A go d working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel essential).
Desirable:
- Ene gy industry experience.
What we offer
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Company pension li>Life insurance li>4pm finish on Friday
If you are interested in the role and would like to be considered, please apply now and a member of our In House Recruitment Team will be in touch. Good Luck!
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Risk Analyst
Lancashire, North West
Inspired Energy Solutions Ltd
Posted today
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Job Description
Inspired PLC
Inspired PLC is a UK market leading technology enabled provider of energy and sustainability advisory services. Since 2000, it has grown in scale and capability and is servicing over 3,400 UK and Irish clients across all sectors.
To enable businesses to respond to the climate emergency, we focus on solving their toughest challenges. By managing data comprehensively, sourcing energy sustainably and reducing carbon efficiently, we allow our clients to control costs effectively, make authentic ESG disclosures, improve their business performance, whilst powering their journey to net zero.
This role is ideally suited to a career minded, ambitious individual who is looking for that unique opportunity to prove what they can do and then be rewarded for it.
We are looking for a Risk Analyst to join our successful Risk team. This is a Home Based role with some occasional travel to the office required.
Role and Responsibilities
The role of Risk Analyst is to support the Risk department and Internal Stakeholders in the providing best in class service to customers of Inspired PLC who purchase their energy supply requirement via a Flexible Purchasing product.
The primary objective of the role is to assist Risk Directors/Managers with timely, accurate and comprehensive support.
The successful candidate's responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
- Trading support, complete hedging requests for smaller Inspired customers and ensure timely and accurate deal capture in the appropriate systems. li>Platform support, ensure that Platform Manager (ETRM) and Sugar (CRM) are up to date with accurate details and information for all customers and trades.
- Monitor and check ustomer position reports and hedging performance.
- onitor customer energy usage, report against expected levels and support reforecasting.
- Suppo t the Risk Directors/Managers with administrative tasks.
- S pport Account Managers and Quality Assurance with any queries on customers trades, systems and reporting.
- Support m nthly Cost of Gas and Cost of Electricity, price validations for a variety of customers and products.
- Ensure info mation systems are operated to the required standard to maintain accurate and secure records.
- Liaison ith the various divisions in Inspired PLC to support on delivering risk objectives.
- Ad Hoc asks as requested by your manager or departmental lead.
- Rea and comply with the company’s Health and Safety Policy; taking reasonable care for the Health and Safety of themselves and others; co-operate with managers and other employees in fulfilling our objectives and statutory duties.
Experience and Qualifications
Essential:
- Have a high numerical ability with analytical capability and a strong academic background.
- Can le rn new software platforms and ways of working.
- Ha e a good understanding of risk management analysis, probability, statistics and quantitative analysis.
- The abi ity to work with and analyse large, complex data sets across spreadsheets and databases.
- Highly r silient, with experience of building strong relationships.
- D monstrate proven time management skills.
- Poss ss excellent interpersonal skills and be a good team worker.
- Degr e level educated in an Engineering, mathematical or economic discipline.
- A go d working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel essential).
Desirable:
- Ene gy industry experience.
What we offer
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Company pension li>Life insurance li>4pm finish on Friday
If you are interested in the role and would like to be considered, please apply now and a member of our In House Recruitment Team will be in touch. Good Luck!
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