Risk Manager VP, Alternative Asset Manager, Alternative Asset Manager, London - eFinancialCareers

Responsibilities • Contribute and enhance the Investment Risk Management Framework, documenting policies and procedures aligned to regulation. • Lead the risk workstream for new fund launches and material changes, from requirements definition through to BAU handover. • Design, calibrate and oversee risk models using MSCI RiskMetrics; drive data quality controls, exceptions and validation. • Analyse strategies and portfolios to assess market, credit, liquidity and sustainability risks; address investor queries. • Set and monitor KRIs and internal risk thresholds in partnership with Investment Managers and the Management Company. • Produce concise monthly investment risk reports with commentary and actionable recommendations for senior stakeholders. • Track macro and market developments to provide early warning indicators and support risk-based decision making. • Mentor colleagues, provide cover for BAU risk monitoring and contribute to cross-functional projects and initiatives. • Support Enterprise Risk Management reporting and alignment with group-wide guidelines. • Act as subject matter expert on investment risks, relevant regulations and industry best practice. Requirements • 7+ years’ investment risk experience within asset management, risk consultancy or relevant service provider. • Deep knowledge of UCITS and AIFMD risk rules, including VaR and Commitment approach methodologies. • Hands-on with risk analytics platforms (e.g., MSCI RiskMetrics, Bloomberg, FactSet); Python and SQL a plus. • Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to summarise for senior management. • Self-starter who works independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. • Strong academic background; post-graduate or professional qualification (e.g., MSc, CFA, FRM) advantageous.