Monitoring Risk Analyst

Tempest Vane Partners is working with a leading multi-strategy hedge fund to identify a high-calibre Emerging Markets Risk Analyst for their London office. This is a unique opportunity to join a high-performing risk team and gain front-line exposure to portfolio managers, macro strategies, and EM trading desks in a fast-paced buy-side environment. Work in a front-office facing risk seat with direct exposure to Portfolio Managers and investment decision-making. Influence risk infrastructure in a data-rich, technology-driven environment . Be part of a performance-driven hedge fund culture, renowned for innovation, agility, and results. Incredible career progression opportunities with potential access to all areas of the business. A market-leading compensation package including basic salary and annual bonus. Benefits including a non-contributory pension, private healthcare, life assurance and 25 days annual leave. You will join the Risk function that sits closely with trading and investment teams, playing a pivotal role in analysing, assessing, and communicating portfolio and market risks across Emerging Markets (EM) strategies. The role involves both real-time market interaction and the development of tools and infrastructure to support portfolio risk transparency. Monitor portfolio risk exposures and ensure alignment with mandates across EM trading strategies. Independently assess portfolio construction and risk drivers; Assist in producing regular and ad hoc risk and P&L driver analysis. Work closely with Portfolio Managers, Desk Heads, and Strategy teams to understand evolving market risks and trade structures. Design and improve internal risk monitoring tools using Python and SQL . Collaborate with Technology, Quant Research, and Operations teams to improve infrastructure and workflow. Background in Risk , Trading , Sales , Treasury , or Strategy , ideally with experience in Flow or Structured Products . Strong understanding of EM Macro and Credit products , including FX (deliverable & NDF), Local Rates, and Sovereign Credit. Proficient in Python and SQL for data analysis and tool development. Solid grasp of pricing models and risk concepts: VaR , stress testing, scenario analysis. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex risk into actionable insight.