Investment Risk Analyst

Job Title: Investment Risk Analyst
Location: London
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role:

Our clients are seeking an Investment Risk Analyst to join their team and support their portfolio and risk management strategies. The ideal candidate will have a keen understanding of financial markets, risk management frameworks, and a strong analytical background. This role focuses on identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential risks in their investment portfolios, contributing to strategic decision-making and helping ensure the long-term success and stability of their clients' assets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Risk Assessment: Conduct in-depth analysis of financial market trends and macroeconomic indicators to identify risk factors that may impact the company's investment portfolios.
• Data Analysis: Analyse large datasets to assess exposure, volatility, credit, market, and operational risks across different investment products.
• Portfolio Management Support: Collaborate with portfolio managers to understand risk exposures within portfolios and recommend adjustments based on current market conditions.
• Model Development and Validation: Develop and validate risk models (e.g., Value-at-Risk, stress testing, scenario analysis) to quantify risk exposures and simulate various economic scenarios.
• Reporting: Prepare regular and ad hoc risk reports, clearly communicating findings to investment teams, senior management, and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field; Master's degree or CFA/FRM certification preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in investment risk analysis, financial risk management, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in statistical analysis tools and programming languages such as Python, R, SQL, or MATLAB.
• Familiarity with financial instruments and derivatives, as well as risk metrics such as VaR, CVaR, and expected shortfall.