Risk Manager (Temporary) in London

Risk Manager (Temporary) in London

London Temporary 60000 - 80000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Paragon Alpha - Hedge Fund Talent Business

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support macro investment activities by assessing and managing risks with portfolio managers.
  • Company: Leading investment firm focused on macro strategies and risk management.
  • Benefits: Competitive pay, professional development, and a chance to work in a dynamic environment.
  • Other info: Collaborative culture with opportunities for growth and innovation.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on investment decisions while enhancing risk infrastructure.
  • Qualifications: Extensive risk management experience and strong analytical skills, especially in Python.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.

A leading investment firm is looking to hire a Macro Risk Manager to support its macro-focused investment activities. This role sits at the intersection of quantitative analytics and front-office risk-taking, working closely with portfolio managers to assess and manage risks across macro investment strategies. The successful candidate will play a key role in enhancing the firm’s risk infrastructure while contributing directly to investment decision-making.

  • Investment Partnership: Work closely with portfolio managers, researchers, and central risk teams to challenge assumptions, refine portfolio construction, and ensure risk frameworks are embedded into the investment process.
  • Portfolio Engagement: Evaluate current positioning, identify emerging risks and how it affects the firm's portfolio.
  • Investment Risk Analysis: Interpret and contextualize PnL drivers and risk changes, providing clear explanations of market moves and their impact on macro books across asset classes.
  • Risk Methodology: Develop and implement risk metrics tailored to shorter-term systematic strategies; build and maintain monitoring tools for portfolio managers.
  • Risk Measurement: Produce detailed and forward-looking risk reports that provide a holistic view of exposures across volatility strategies.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Work across risk, technology, and investment teams to ensure consistency in risk methodologies and alignment with broader firm objectives.

Extensive experience in a risk management position within a Hedge Fund or Asset Manager. Strong experience partnering with Portfolio Managers/Investment Professionals challenging assumptions and engaging in conversation around portfolio construction. Proficiency in Python or similar, with the ability to build analytical tools and manipulate large datasets.

Risk Manager (Temporary) in London employer: Paragon Alpha - Hedge Fund Talent Business

As a leading investment firm, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment where innovation thrives. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through tailored development programmes and the opportunity to engage directly with portfolio managers, enhancing both your skills and career trajectory. Located in a vibrant financial hub, we offer competitive benefits and a culture that values diverse perspectives, making us an exceptional employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the finance sector.

Paragon Alpha - Hedge Fund Talent Business

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We think you need these skills to ace Risk Manager (Temporary) in London

Quantitative Analytics
Risk Management
Portfolio Construction
Investment Risk Analysis
Risk Methodology Development
Risk Measurement
Stakeholder Engagement