At a Glance
- Tasks: Collaborate with Portfolio Managers to optimise risk-adjusted returns in Emerging Markets.
- Company: Leading Tier 1 Hedge Fund with a focus on innovation and growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, dynamic work environment, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Join a front-office aligned team with excellent career advancement potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by challenging investment decisions and shaping portfolio strategies.
- Qualifications: Experience in Investment Risk or Market Risk with strong analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.
Our leading Tier 1 Hedge Fund client is looking to hire an Emerging Markets Risk Manager to join its London-based Investment Risk team, partnering directly with Portfolio Managers across its growing Emerging Markets business. This is a highly front-office aligned role where you'll provide independent challenge on portfolio construction, risk-taking and capital allocation while helping optimise risk-adjusted returns.
- Partner with Emerging Markets Portfolio Managers on portfolio construction and investment risk.
- Challenge positioning, concentration, liquidity, leverage and risk-taking decisions.
- Monitor portfolio exposures across EM Rates, FX, Sovereign & Corporate Credit and Macro strategies.
- Analyse market, country, macro and geopolitical risks impacting portfolios.
- Develop risk frameworks and analytics alongside Quantitative Research and Technology teams.
- Present risk views and emerging themes to senior investment professionals.
Experience within an Investment Risk, Market Risk or Front Office Risk function supporting Emerging Markets portfolios.
Experience gained at a multi-strategy hedge fund.
Strong understanding of Emerging Markets products, including Rates, FX, Sovereign & Corporate Credit.
Experience partnering directly with Portfolio Managers and challenging investment decisions.
Strong knowledge of portfolio risk metrics, including VaR, stress testing, scenario analysis and liquidity risk.
Excellent understanding of macroeconomic and geopolitical risks impacting Emerging Markets.
Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret complex portfolio risks.
Python, SQL or similar programming experience would be advantageous.
Director Market Risk in London employer: Paragon Alpha - Hedge Fund Talent Business
As a leading Tier 1 Hedge Fund, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment in the heart of London. Our culture encourages innovation and independent thinking, providing employees with unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development while working alongside top-tier investment professionals. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the fast-paced world of Emerging Markets risk management, where your expertise will be valued and rewarded.
Contact Details:
Paragon Alpha - Hedge Fund Talent Business Recruitment Team
