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Investment Risk-related Jobs

In addition to investment risk jobs, the Barclay Simpson team is always actively recruiting for risk management roles across a wide range of companies and industries. To see our open roles, please visit the relevant specialisms page below: Risk Management and Quant jobs | Investment Risk jobs | Credit Risk jobs | Liquidity Risk jobs | Market Risk jobs | Prudential Risk jobs | Capital Management jobs | Treasury jobs | Technology Risk jobs | Portfolio Risk jobs | Risk Modelling Analytics jobs

Average Salaries for Investment Risk Jobs

Senior investment risk jobs within the asset management sector can command a starting salary that typically begins at £110,000 in London, according to our data. For a Head of Investment Risk role, salaries usually sit between £110,000 and £225,000, depending on experience. For risk management contractors, the standard day rate is from £800 to £1,250.

Investment Risk Jobs FAQs

Is AI affecting investment risk jobs?

Many risk functions are examining ways to increase automation. As a result, those in risk jobs are now expected to incorporate AI into their workflows, with Bank of England research showing 75% of UK organisations are currently using AI within their operations. We predict AI adoption in the function is only likely to increase in the coming years.

What is the future for investment risk jobs?

The expectations placed on risk functions are rising, requiring professionals to invest greater time and effort into upskilling themselves on new technology and methodologies for measuring and assessing risk. More broadly, we are seeing the risk jobs sector become more diverse, especially in senior roles. Diversity of thought is especially key, as companies look to address potential biases within their risk processes and frameworks.

Are investment risk jobs stressful?

As with many roles, investment risk jobs can be stressful. Perhaps unsurprisingly, we have seen work-life balance become more important to candidates seeking new jobs in recent years. Flexible working remains sought-after, but is increasingly negotiated depending on the candidate, the role and an organisation's specific work-from-home policies.

Trends in Investment Risk Jobs

Various trends and themes are affecting the investment jobs landscape in ways that could impact hiring. These include:

• Global trends like geopolitical uncertainty and climate change continue to increase the risks faced by organisations across some of the investments they make
• There is therefore growing demand for investment risk professionals who can add greater value beyond reporting, through deeper analysis and technical value-add
• A perceived lack of regulatory and technical knowledge among applicants is a challenge for employers. Among the respondents to our annual Risk and Quants Salary Survey and Trends Guide, 67% of firms this was a key barrier to hiring

Investment Risk Job Resources

Across our website, our expert consultants are actively sharing their insights into risk management and the future of the sector. To see all of their latest thinking and analysis of the investment jobs market, visit one of the links below:

• Investment Risk News & Insights
• Investment Risk Market Reports
• Risk and Quants Salary Guides
• Industry Voices and Q&As