Risk Management Leader

2 weeks ago


Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Avenir Group Full time
Job Title: Risk Management Leader

We are seeking a seasoned professional to lead our Risk and Reporting function. This critical role will oversee risk management and P&L monitoring, driving operational excellence across trading operations.

Key Responsibilities:

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

Qualifications:

  • Master's degree or higher in a quantitative discipline; professional certifications such as CPA, CFA, or FRM are advantageous.
  • At least 5 years of experience in quantitative trading firms, investment banks, or hedge funds in roles like 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 beneficial.
  • Proficiency in Python and SQL.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
  • Proven ability to lead initiatives from conception to completion.
  • Familiarity with Mandarin is required.

Compensation: The estimated salary for this position is $150,000 - $200,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.



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