Risk Control Manager

1 month ago


Cambridge, United Kingdom Avenir Group Full time

Job Overview


We are seeking an experienced and dynamic professional to lead the Risk and Reporting function. This role is integral to ensuring the success and integrity of our trading operations, which span cash, derivatives, volatility trading, and more. The role will oversee both risk management and P&L monitoring, working closely with trading desks, central finance, and control functions to drive operational excellence.


Key Responsibilities


  • Analyze and report trading desk risk exposures, limits, and breaches in real time, proactively resolving breaches and recommending mitigation strategies.
  • Establish, review, and maintain systematic trading limits.
  • Oversee P&L attribution, reporting, and analysis with detailed commentaries on key drivers.
  • Implement and enhance risk controls and quantitative analytics tailored to trading strategies.
  • Contribute to the evolution of the trading risk management framework, including drafting risk policies and procedures aligned with regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure balance sheet capital and funding usage integrity while mitigating funding risks.
  • Monitor and manage counterparty risks and operational risks, including business continuity planning.
  • Develop automated trading controls, scripts, and dashboards to monitor positions and balances in real time.
  • Prepare trading performance reports and detailed analyses for senior management.


Qualifications


  • Master degree or higher in a quantitative discipline; professional certifications such as CPA, CFA, or FRM are a plus.
  • At least 5 years of relevant experience in quantitative trading firms, investment banks, or hedge funds in roles such as Product Control, Market Risk Management, or Risk Strategist.
  • Hands-on experience in developing and implementing risk management procedures and tools.
  • In-depth understanding of financial products; familiarity with crypto products is advantageous.
  • Proficiency in Python and SQL.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
  • Proven ability to lead initiatives from conception to completion, with a hands-on, product-focused approach.
  • Passion for cryptocurrency, blockchain, and the evolving digital asset space.
  • Fluency in Mandarin is required

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