| Job Title: | Portfolio Risk Analyst |
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| Reference: | exec33090 |
| Salary: | £Attractive Package |
| Location(s): | London, London East, London North, London South, London West, Middlesex, City of London |
| Industry(s): | Financial Services, Risk |
| Advertiser: | Citifocus Ltd |
| Employment Type: | Permanent |
| Posted: | 30-04-2010 |
Description:
Global asset manager seeks an experienced portfolio/risk analyst with a strong understanding of portfolio theory, risk modelling experience and knowledge of quant screening and research gained from either an investment banking or investment management environment . Applicants must have a strong academic record, ideally but not essentially to include the CFA qualification . Strong systems literacy is essential and must include experience of risk modelling systems and industry standard risk management systems.Working closely with the Investment Managers responsibilities will include risk and portfolio construction analysis across multi-asset classes, provision of data and analysis and be point of contact for all risk and quant related matters with the ability to explain and breakdown technical aspects to others, as required.
The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong risk bias and strategic overview as they will have the opportunity to contribute to both the risk management oversight of derivative contracts and investment processes and in general, overview of the investment process across all asset classes.
Strong communication, presentation and client skills are essential as the incumbent will present investment information to Clients and Consultants. These skills will be complemented by strong analytics, an ability to think 'outside of the box' and to work effectively as either a team player or sole contributor. The ability to work independently and use own initiative is pre-requisite.
