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Experience Experience

Boston, MA

Investment Risk Manager

Boston, MA

Dickinson-Herman

Boston, MA

Investment Risk Manager

Provide independent portfolio risk management oversight of the investment teams. Helping the fund managers to manage and control investment risk
Supporting the creation, production and delivery of supervisory and managerial reports pertaining to risk management and performance attribution
Assist and challenge Fund managers on portfolio constructions and highlight issues, including exposure concentrations and liquidity concerns
Assist senior risk managers with preparation of reports and presentation material
Working closely with AB’s Legal and Compliance teams to manage global regulatory risk issues
Conduct ad-hoc analysis and quantitative risk analysis to assist portfolio management and research process
Work closely with the Risk Analytics team to drive best practice in risk management oversight and reporting

Houston, TX

Fixed Income Investment Risk Manager

Houston, TX

Littel LLC

Houston, TX

Fixed Income Investment Risk Manager

Providing oversight of fixed-income investment risk issues across the company, including regular dialogue and constructive challenge with investment teams
Driving FI risk intelligence including developing bespoke what-if risk scenario analysis and stress tests in the context of the manager's objectives to ensure that managers remain risk-aware as they consider various options and instruments to express and implement their investment strategies
Engaging in regular FI desk-wide analysis pinpointing major changes in risk and associated rationale
Researching, devising and maintaining a FI liquidity risk framework for both cash and derivatives instruments
Establishing and maintaining constructive working relationships with internal clients, including the fund management, distribution and marketing teams, technology and operational teams as well as external service providers, such that fixed-income investment risk issues are identified and resolved in an effective and timely manner
Acting as a source of technical expertise on fixed-income investment risk matters
Professional qualifications could include IMC, CFA or FRM

present

Boston, MA

Senior Investment Risk Manager

Boston, MA

Miller Group

present

Boston, MA

Senior Investment Risk Manager

present

Responsible for performing ad-hoc analyses and reporting to address evolving market conditions and portfolio developments
Interacting with a wide range of teams across the bank, and engage with our Investment Management and Product Management teams
Providing commentary of portfolio risk profile positioning and trends, for portfolio managers, board and committee packs
Works independently on complex and/or important Portfolio Risk Management projects
Provide robust and credible challenge into Investment Governance portfolio review meetings with portfolio managers
In conjunction with more senior staff, incumbent develops, implements and communicates risk-related policies and procedures
Exposure to market data providers: Bloomberg, DataStream

Education Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance

University of North Texas

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance

Skills Skills

Strong influencing & communication skills with ability to effectively communicate with colleagues, management, Portfolio Managers, Product Heads
Excellent problem solving capability
Good time management and be able to work under pressure
Strong professional working attitude, be team player with a high level of ambition and motivation
Excellent analytical skills, accurate and attention to detail
Highly organised and comfortable working under pressure
Ideally strong knowledge of MSCI RiskMetrics and APT
Strong communication skills. Not only verbal, but also an ability to write papers in a clear coherent structure
Strong attention to detail
Ability to influence at senior levels

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Jpmaam Investment Risk Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Five to ten years of experience in the financial industry in an investment capacity
Experience as a hedge fund allocator across investment strategies and/or risk analyst at a fund of funds or a sophisticated multi-strategy hedge fund
Experience as an investor in non-equity investment strategies
A holistic approach to risk management which appropriate weighs both practical and theoretical risk management issues and considers the context of the evaluation framework
MBA / CFA preferred and a CRM designation is a plus

Investment Risk Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Take responsibility for management of forward-looking investment risk within the Asset Allocation team covering both strategic (5 years) and tactical investment (6 months) horizons
Actively contribute to the Asset Allocation (AA) decision making process by providing relevant and customized risk analysis for investment proposals across asset class including specific focus on rates and credit risks
Collaborate with asset class expert teams to generate asset class specific risk management approach/parameters to be consolidated at asset allocation level
Leverage best in class data and analytical resources internally and external to provide relevant top down and bottom up risk framework
Contribute to developing risk framework specific to private client environment including multi-year and multi-purpose approach within a total wealth perspective
University degree with strong quantitative focus and a further risk / investment focused certification (e.g. FRM, CFA, CIIA) is a prerequisite
Approx. 10 years of experience in an asset management type organization as a risk manager or comparable function
In-depth know-how of multiple asset classes
Exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels within the organization
Proactive and results-oriented attitude
Fluent in English (with German preferred)

Beta Equity Investment Risk Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Work with senior risk managers to help ensure that the risks are fully understood by Beta Portfolio Management and are consistent with our client's objectives and investment constraints
Assist in production of supervisory and managerial reports pertaining to risk management
Develop proprietary techniques for portfolio construction and trading and collaborate with portfolio managers to implement them in Index portfolios, including iShares® ETFs
Work with Index Business groups on developing new and improving existing Index products, including iShares® ETFs
Partner with BlackRock Solutions to create “state-of-the-practice” risk analytics (risk models, stress scenarios, liquidity analysis, etc.) that are practical to use
Enhance processes and systems to better align risk policies and methodologies with the firm’s business objectives
Master’s or higher degree in Finance, Statistics or other quantitative discipline, or at least 2 years of related work experience
Strong analytical, quantitative and computational skills. Interest in tackling difficult real world financial and investment management problems
Attention to detail, a strong work ethic and ability to work as part of a team and to collaborate with other groups in a fast-paced environment are important characteristics
Previous work experience in the financial industry and product knowledge of Exchange Traded Funds, Equities, Fixed Income, Commodities and FX are desirable but not required
Knowledge of a programming language or a statistical package, such as Excel VBA, S-Plus, R, SAS or Matlab is required, familiarity with SQL and financial data tools is a plus

Investment Risk Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Safe guarding a consistent implementation of those views within and across portfolios
Identifying, measuring and communicating to senior management and the investment committee the market risks that our clients are exposed to
Facilitating discussions between Portfolio Managers and Strategists on different risks in the market, our exposures to them and the implications on the portfolio construction process. This implies also that any issue raised during this monitoring process requires a proper follow up either with the Portfolio Manager, the Investment Team, Operational Risk, Data & Monitoring or an escalation to senior management
Excellent written communication and presentation skills
Anticipates future risks, and engages PMs and management in a dialogue
Ability to work flexibly within a changing business environment

Fixed Income Investment Risk Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Providing oversight of fixed-income investment risk issues across the company, including regular dialogue and constructive challenge with investment teams
Measuring, monitoring and reporting fixed-income investment risk across all FI funds in accordance with agreed limits and investment mandates, and implementing appropriate escalation processes where required
Providing fixed-income investment risk updates to the Head of Investment Risk and key stakeholders as required
Driving FI risk intelligence including developing bespoke what-if risk scenario analysis and stress tests in the context of the manager's objectives to ensure that managers remain risk-aware as they consider various options and instruments to express and implement their investment strategies
Presenting the independent fixed-income risk function to clients, and working with clients and distribution teams to establish and maintain appropriate standards of client reporting
Engaging in regular FI desk-wide analysis pinpointing major changes in risk and associated rationale
Researching, devising and maintaining a FI liquidity risk framework for both cash and derivatives instruments
Establishing and maintaining constructive working relationships with internal clients, including the fund management, distribution and marketing teams, technology and operational teams as well as external service providers, such that fixed-income investment risk issues are identified and resolved in an effective and timely manner
Acting as a source of technical expertise on fixed-income investment risk matters
Contributing, as appropriate, to all new business activities and projects to ensure that key fixed-income investment risk issues are being identified and appropriately resolved
Working with the Head of Investment Risk and other Risk Managers to develop and maintain the Risk Management Process required to meet regulatory requirements for sophisticated and non-sophisticated funds
Producing and analysing regular back and stress testing for UCITS FI funds as required by the regulator
Producing and analysing other regular reports for trustees, boards and regulators as required
Degree in a Finance, Mathematics, Engineering or related quantitative subject
Professional qualifications could include IMC, CFA or FRM
Experience in investment industry, with emphasis on risk monitoring
Exposure to fixed-income cash and derivatives products (including IRS/swaptions, Inflation swaps/swaptions, total return swaps, repos and ETD bond and interest rate futures) within a range of investment strategies and investment management styles

VP-investment Risk Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Strong knowledge of ANSI SQL
Demonstrated experience building high performance multi-threaded applications in a compiled, object oriented language, such as C++, C#, or Java
Programming proficiency in a dynamic language, such as R and Python, for working with large datasets
Practical experience with applying statistical models to solve business problems
At least a working knowledge of financial risk management concepts, with a desire to quickly acquire deeper proficiency
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and comfortable interfacing with senior personnel on highly sensitive issues
Proficiency in SQL, VBA and R a plus
CFA or FRM or progress towards one of the two a plus

VP-investment Risk Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Strong analytical skills and understanding of financial products, including an understanding of sensitivity analysis, asset allocation models, and product-specific risk measures
Experience with modeling and statistics, including interpretation of downside risk measures such as VAR
Excellent communication skills, specifically writing and presentation skills and comfortable interacting with senior personnel on highly sensitive issues
Proficiency in SQL, VBA, and R a plus

Investment Risk Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Helping portfolio managers apply proprietary techniques for portfolio construction and alpha generation
Supporting the creation, production and delivery of supervisory and managerial reports pertaining to risk management and performance attribution
Performing ad-hoc reporting and analyses to help address real-time demands of senior members of the team
Candidates should have an expressed interest in tackling the difficult real world problems of the investment management business. The position requires outstanding quantitative, communication, and presentation skills. The ability to positively influence others via verbal and written communications is important. Attention to detail, a strong work ethic and ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment are other important characteristics
2-5 years of experience as a risk manager / modeler / portfolio manager
Interest in pursuing, or progress towards, Financial Risk Manager (FMR) designation and/or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation are desirable

Senior Investment Risk Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Accurately identify, monitor and prioritize investment risks related to advisory programs and Bridge Builder funds to support delivery of attractive, risk adjusted returns for our clients consistent with our investment philosophy
Develop and maintain investment risk management systems, policies, and procedures to align with industry leading practices in order to support the scale, capacity and operational efficiency of advisory programs
Communicate to key stakeholders investment risk insights that can be translated into actions that support better client outcomes and a more sustainable advisory platform
Helps mentor and train new associates

Investment Risk Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Investment Risk
Portfolio Compliance
Credit Risk
Enterprise Risk
Insurance
To quantify, analyse and challenge the Investment Risks run within the Equities business (AUM around £135bn)
As an independent second line of defence function, the role includes oversight of the first line (the fund managers), ensuring that risk controls and risk monitoring are fit for purpose, and that issues identified are resolved / escalated in a timely manner
Developing risk controls for new portfolios, and maintaining these for existing portfolios
Providing MI reporting and recommendations to Head of Investment Risk, Asset Class Head, Asset Class Risk Committees, and other committees / boards as appropriate
Building a relationship with the relevant Asset Class Head and Portfolio Managers, as well as the on-desk risk resources
University degree plus appropriate professional, post-graduate qualification or equivalent
Equity market experience (either as a Risk Manager, Product Manager or Fund Manager)
Ability to assimilate market information, performance information and risk information in order to identify potential risk issues at an early stage
Clear, logical thinker, able to break down a problem into bite-size components, and plan the required steps of a project to arrive at a solution
Strong communication skills. Not only verbal, but also an ability to write papers in a clear coherent structure
Comfort with speaking up / providing challenge, whilst simultaneously managing internal relationships
Ability to influence at senior levels
Credible when presenting to existing or prospective clients
Idea generation that will result in material changes to the risk management process
Strong understanding of risk measures and methodologies
Knowledge of Aladdin would be useful

Investment Risk Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Manage the Investment Risk team in Henley, with a focus on developing capabilities around identifying, assessing, monitoring and managing investment-related risks to the EMEA portfolios/funds
Build effective relationships with fund managers/front office through regular engagement around risk appetite, risk limits and significant new trades, and document related meetings
Produce regular oversight reporting on funds and fund ranges to make risk profiles transparent to senior management and relevant committees
Manage Derivatives reviews to ensure that the use of financial derivative instruments is in line with fund guidelines
Conduct regular due diligence on risk data, analytics and systems sourced internally or externally
Represent Investment Risk to clients through the monitoring and due diligence process, and at internal Board and Executive Committees as appropriate
Ensure all activities are in line with TCF outcomes
Strong programming skills (e.g. VB/VBA, SQL, Access)
Experience in mathematical/statistical software desirable (e.g. Matlab, SAS)
Knowledge of Bloomberg/Data Stream/Reuters
Ideally strong knowledge of MSCI RiskMetrics and APT
Significant experience within Financial Services
Good understanding of a wide range of financial instruments (in particular derivatives), including pricing/valuation methodologies
Research capability
Bachelor or Master’s degree in a quantitative subject (e.g. Finance, Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics, Economics)
CFA or FRM qualifications a plus
Highly motivated self-starter
Good time management and be able to work under pressure

Investment Risk Manager, Infrastructure Resume Examples & Samples

Understanding of investment risk/market risk across asset classes
Strong quantitative and analytical abilities
Market risk analytics
Financial Modelling

Investment Risk Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Assist senior risk managers with preparation of reports and presentation material
Use VBA/R programming to conduct data analysis and report findings to senior risk managers
Prepare weekly market commentary and its influence on Blackrock funds
Education: Background in Economics/Finance or quantitative field such as Math/Physics; Master’s degree candidates preferred
Knowledge of financial markets, especially fixed income and equities a plus
Technical: Programming skills in VBA or data analysis software such as R/Python a plus
Ability to work individually and within a team setting in a multi-tasking environment
Language: Business/native-level Japanese required; business/native-level English a plus
Hours: 20 hours/week commitment; flexible around work hours and days

Senior Investment Risk Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Developing and implementing quantitative models
Contributing to, and challenging, tactical investment decisions through quantitative analytics
Overseeing database maintenance and will be responsible for controlling data accuracy
Interacting with a wide range of teams across the bank, and engage with our Investment Management and Product Management teams

Investment Risk Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Accurate and timely provision of market and liquidity risk reports for SLI’s portfolios
Provision of consultancy and reporting services across the wider business for risk and portfolio analytics information
Enhance the use of risk analytics tools across the company to optimise SLI’s existing investment processes and provide a competitive advantage in client propositions

Fixed Income Investment Risk Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Partnering with BlackRock Solutions to create “state-of-the-practice” risk analytics that are practical to use
2-5 years of experience as a risk manager / research analyst / modeler / portfolio manager preferably in the securitized-product sector
BA/BS in an analytical, financial or technical major; highly quantitative discipline preferred
Excellent record of academic achievement
Previous work experience in the financial services industry required; previous investment risk management experience preferred
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, a strong worth ethic and ability to work as a team; and adhere to tight deadlines
Outstanding interpersonal, leadership and oral/written communication skills; ability to communicate quantitative and markets concepts are a must
Interest in pursuing, or progress towards, Financial Risk Manager (FRM) designation and/or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation are desirable
Programming skills in Excel, VBA, R, SQL, Perl, S-Plus and Matlab are desirable
Experience with Intex preferred
Cash flow analysis experience preferred

Investment Risk Manager Resume Examples & Samples

7+ years of experience within a Global Investment Management company or a reputable Hedge Fund
Bachelor's Degree in Finance
Experience and knowledge with the following asset classes: Equities (US and International), Multi-Asset and Fixed Income, including Global bonds, High-Yield, Emerging Market, Securitized Credit Products and Derivatives
Experience with multiple predictive Risk Models, such as Point, Bloomberg and Barra with ability to confidently explain the key assumptions, drivers and model outputs
Experience with Blackrock Aladdin

Investment Risk Manager RQA Resume Examples & Samples

Monitoring Risk in the portfolios and preparing & regularly presenting analyses and deep dives on risk and performance to senior risk managers and portfolio management teams
Working with other senior risk managers to help ensure that the risks are fully understood by Portfolio Management and are consistent with clients’ objectives and investment constraints
Performing quantitative analysis across fixed income asset classes to help improve the investment process
Overseeing the creation, production and delivery of supervisory and managerial reports pertaining to risk management and performance attribution
Developing and Enhancing processes and systems to better align risk policies and methodologies with the firm’s business objectives
Partnering with BlackRock Solutions to deliver state-of-the-practice risk analytics and risk models to BlackRock through the Aladdin platform
Advanced degree in a quantitative discipline and at least 5 years of related work experience
Strong technical skills, excellent knowledge of Excel and experience programming in VBA or a statistical package
Strong knowledge of fixed income markets and understanding of quantitative risk methodologies and fixed income analytics
Excellent interpersonal, leadership and oral/written communication skills
Ability to communicate and influence others and engage with senior level portfolio managers on risk related discussions
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, a strong worth ethic and ability to work effectively in a team environment and adhere to tight deadlines
Familiarity with BRS Aladdin platform is a strong plus

Investment Risk Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Manage AIA’s independent Investment Risk meetings with Fund Managers. This includes the preparation of timely and accurate risk reporting packs, chairing of meetings, including the effective challenge of fund managers, accurate minuting of all risk discussion and escalation of any risk concerns
Work with the Investment Risk function to set internal limits for all Funds according to their risk appetite
Assist and challenge Fund managers on portfolio constructions and highlight issues, including exposure concentrations and liquidity concerns
Understand AIA and AIC’s universe of funds and risk related client requirements
Work closely with the Risk Analytics team to drive best practice in risk management oversight and reporting
Embed Blackrock Solutions (BRS) risk model and reports
Challenge Fund Managers on risk concentrations and portfolio construction including stress tests
Develop Fixed Income risk reports where applicable
Provide daily oversight of risk exceptions and changes with an appropriate audit trail
Challenge & Support the business to ensure that Aviva Investors’ portfolio risk issues are identified and managed
Keep abreast of and provide risk advice on new products and services
Provide independent portfolio risk management oversight of the investment teams. Helping the fund managers to manage and control investment risk
Ensure that investment positions and risk being taken are consistent with client requirements and benchmark/risk tolerances
Keep abreast of latest industry market risk management techniques and regulatory requirements for risk management and, where appropriate, work to ensure these are implemented within AIA and AIC
Provide risk advice for new client take on and investment performance
Ensure Aviva Investors business units comply with global Investment Risk policy
Provide support to Fund Managers in relation to the risk implications of investment decisions and portfolio construction
Implement and maintain the Global stress testing programme for AIA’s portfolios. Communication and discussion of results with portfolio managers and relevant committees
Deliver informative, timely, clear, comprehensive risk reporting using Aladdin
Ensure risk models and reports are fit for purpose
Understand risk parameters and ensure managers are targeting risk-adjusted returns
Conduct ad-hoc analysis and quantitative risk analysis to assist portfolio management and research process

Investment Risk Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Analysis of market risk and liquidity risk of a wide range of Fixed Income funds and separate accounts
Identifying the appropriate risk tools and models to use
Choosing appropriate risk metrics and trigger/limit levels
Creation of stress tests and scenario analysis in conjunction with Economic Research colleagues
Creating and monitoring risk dashboards
Interacting with Portfolio Managers and Quants to provide risk advice, to highlight potential risk vulnerabilities in portfolios , to recommend potential changes to portfolio construction and to debate/escalate as appropriate
Review of new products, new instruments and other initiatives
Working with AB’s Global Analytics team to improve accuracy of risk modelling
Working closely with AB’s Legal and Compliance teams to manage global regulatory risk issues
Enhancing AB’s liquidity risk metrics and processes

Investment Risk Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Willingness to take responsibility
Team spirit / ability and desire to work as a part of a team
Self Motivation ( Self Starter )
“Can-do” attitude
Analytical Thinking
Accuracy & Numeracy
Planning & Organisation

VP, Investment Risk Manager Resume Examples & Samples

Lead the proactive identification, measurement, assessment, monitoring and management of investment risk within TIAA Private Markets
Design and implement Investment Risk governance activities, roles and responsibilities within TIAA Private Investments in accordance with industry-recognized three-lines-of-defense philosophy
Actively participate in Asset Management’s investment process, with a risk perspective, including strategy formulation, product design, portfolio construction, active monitoring and disposition
Oversee and advise on the development of risk models, guideline frameworks, risk reporting and value-added services such as benchmark research, product and portfolio construction, market analysis, etc…
Develop and produce various risk and performance attribution reports on investment mandates
Responsible for designing and maintaining internal investment risk policies, and developing portfolio guidelines and disclosure language for complex investment strategies
Present Investment Risk Management activities to various internal committees, clients and regulators
Assist in the development of new data systems, quantitative methods and reporting of various asset classes
Ensure the capture of appropriate risk-related data to support the measurement and management of risk
10 Years related experience, preferably with Natural Resources or Corporate Access Class Exposure
BA/BS Required
Portfolio Management, Valuations, Underwriting Research, Risk Management
Detailed knowledge of performance measures (IRR, TWR, PME, etc…), attribution analysis as well as various investment risk measures, (PD, LGD, EL, VAR, CVAR, TE, etc…)
Detailed knowledge of covered asset classes (Corporate Debt and Equity as well as Natural Resources)
Strong Excel. Modeling and database skills
Detailed knowledge of the various asset classes and the investment process