Risk Officer
Responsibilities
- Provide global oversight of back-office operations
- Manage cash processes and forecast future liquidity requirements
- Deliver fully reconciled portfolios
- Monitor and explain portfolio P&L
- Oversee NAV calculations
- Identify and implement process improvements
- Develop and maintain custom reports for internal and external stakeholders
- Produce daily risk reporting (e.g., VaR, stress testing, scenario analysis)
- Support audit workflows and documentation
- Maintain financial and regulatory compliance documentation
- Contribute to ad hoc projects as required
Qualifications
Education
- Undergraduate degree required
- Postgraduate qualification in a finance-related field preferred
- CFA Charterholder or actively progressing toward completion
- Strong academic track record
Experience & Requirements
- 3-5+ years of relevant experience in quantitative or risk-focused roles
- Experience managing or mentoring junior team members preferred
- Strong hands-on experience with Excel-based modelling
- Experience in risk analytics/modelling
- Must have the right to work in the United Kingdom
Core Skills
- Excellent English communication skills
- Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Strong quantitative and analytical capability
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Desirable Skills
- Exposure to legal, compliance, or regulatory frameworks
- Accounting or audit experience
- Excel VBA or programming skills
- Knowledge of financial markets and traded instruments
- Additional language skills (e.g., French) beneficial
Personal Attributes
- Collaborative team player
- Self-motivated and proactive
- Able to work independently
- Highly organised
- Resilient and adaptable
- Strong integrity
- Positive attitude with a good sense of humour
Compensation
- Competitive base salary
- Performance-related discretionary bonus
Opportunity
This role offers the chance to work within a small, highly experienced, and diverse team in a fast-growing investment environment. The position provides strong exposure to senior leadership and opportunities for long-term career development.
Diversity & Inclusion
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