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Senior Investment Risk Analyst – Fixed Income
Senior Investment Risk Analyst – Fixed Income
The Role:
We are looking for a Senior Investment Risk Analyst to join a leading global asset management firm as part of our Fixed Income team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within the Investment Management & Finance Risk (IMFR) function, where you will play a key role in supporting the firm’s growth in the European market, with a specific focus on managing, measuring, and reporting fixed income investment risk exposures.
As a trusted partner, you will provide expert guidance and analysis to senior stakeholders, helping to drive risk-informed decision-making. You will be responsible for developing and implementing an effective risk management infrastructure for the Fixed Income portfolio, enhancing risk-return analysis, and influencing the investment process to improve risk-adjusted returns.
Core Responsibilities:
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Design, implement, and manage a comprehensive risk management framework to monitor and report global fixed income investment risk exposures.
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Provide thought leadership on improving the fixed income investment process and publish value-added research and insights.
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Develop and enforce policies, procedures, limits, and guidelines for fixed income investment risk management.
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Utilize advanced analytical tools, including performance attribution, multifactor risk models, scenario analysis, and stress testing, to enhance risk-return analysis.
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Apply judgment and expertise to assess a broad range of investment risks for both existing and new fixed income funds.
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Provide actionable insights to influence the fixed income investment management process and enhance risk-adjusted returns.
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Develop and implement sophisticated processes, tools, and techniques to evaluate fixed income investment models and improve risk management capabilities.
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Maintain a deep understanding of financial markets, quantitative drivers, and emerging investment themes to inform risk management strategies.
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Stay updated on business operations and incorporate changing needs into risk analysis and reporting.
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Represent the investment management team to both internal and external clients.
Qualifications:
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Significant experience in investment risk management at a large global asset manager, bank, or similar institution.
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Strong expertise in investment risk management, including risk policies, procedures, and best practices.
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Advanced knowledge of financial markets, quantitative drivers, and key investment themes.
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Proficiency in risk-return analysis tools such as performance attribution, multifactor risk models, scenario analysis, and stress testing.
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Demonstrated ability to develop and implement complex processes and techniques for risk evaluation and model validation.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to provide clear, actionable insights for decision-making.
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Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to present complex analysis to senior leaders and stakeholders.
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Proven ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to dynamic business needs.
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CFA, FRM, or other relevant qualifications are strongly preferred.
If you are passionate about fixed income investment risk management and ready to make a significant impact in a growing European market, apply today to join a leading asset management firm.
Barclay Simpson - global leaders in Risk recruitment: https://www.barclaysimpson.com/specialisms/risk-jobs/
An official job listing by Barclay Simpson: https://www.barclaysimpson.com/job/senior-investment-risk-analyst-fixed-income/
We seek individuals from a diverse talent pool and encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply to our vacancies. Our commitment to fair recruitment processes means that we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of their lived experience or personal characteristics. We also invite applicants who meet most of the listed requirements, even if not all, to apply. If you require any adjustments to the application process, please let us know.
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