Head of Investment Risk

5 months ago

London, United Kingdom Barclay Simpson Full time

**Head of Investment Risk**:

- London
- 150000 - 200000
- Job type: Permanent
- Job reference: JL41576

**Job Title**: Head of Investment Risk

**Overview**: As the Head of Investment Risk, you will play a critical role in ensuring the financial health and stability of our organization’s investment portfolio. You will lead a team responsible for identifying, assessing, and managing various risks associated with our investment strategies, with a focus on maximizing returns while minimizing potential losses. Your expertise will be instrumental in guiding our investment decisions and safeguarding our assets against market volatility and other external factors.

**Responsibilities**:

- **Risk Identification and Assessment**:

- Identify and analyse potential risks associated with investment opportunities across various asset classes, including equities, fixed income, derivatives, and real assets.
- Assess the impact of macroeconomic trends, geopolitical events, regulatory changes, and other external factors on investment risks.
- Utilize quantitative models, stress testing, scenario analysis, and other risk management tools to quantify and evaluate risks.
- **Risk Monitoring and Reporting**:

- Develop and implement risk monitoring processes to track the performance and exposure of our investment portfolio in real-time.
- Generate regular risk reports and presentations for senior management, board members, and other stakeholders, highlighting key risk metrics, trends, and mitigation strategies.
- Establish risk limits and thresholds for different investment strategies and ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
- **Portfolio Optimization**:

- Collaborate with portfolio managers, traders, and other stakeholders to optimize the risk-return profile of our investment portfolio.
- Provide insights and recommendations to enhance portfolio diversification, asset allocation, and risk-adjusted returns.
- Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in managing investment risks through process improvements and technology enhancements.
- **Risk Mitigation and Hedging**:

- Develop and implement hedging strategies to mitigate specific risks within the investment portfolio, such as market risk, credit risk, liquidity risk, and counterparty risk.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of hedging instruments, such as options, futures, swaps, and structured products, in reducing portfolio volatility and downside risk.
- Monitor and adjust hedging positions in response to changing market conditions and risk dynamics.
- **Team Leadership and Development**:

- Lead a team of risk management professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback to foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
- Promote cross-functional collaboration and knowledge sharing within the risk management team and across other departments.
- Stay abreast of industry best practices, emerging trends, and regulatory developments in investment risk management, and ensure that our risk management processes remain robust and up-to-date.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, mathematics, or a related field; advanced degree (e.g., MBA, CFA, FRM) preferred.
- Proven experience in investment risk management, preferably within asset management, investment banking, or a related financial services industry.
- Strong understanding of financial markets, investment products, and risk management principles, with expertise in quantitative analysis, statistics, and modeling.
- Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex concepts and influence decision-making at all levels of the organization.
- Demonstrated track record of strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Familiarity with risk management tools and systems (e.g., Bloomberg, MSCI RiskMetrics, FactSet, Aladdin) and proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, R, SQL) is a plus.

**Location**: [London]

**Benefits**: Competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, comprehensive benefits package, opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

**Application Process**: Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications for this position.

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