Description
Our client is an acquisiitve fund manager and has just acquired a global macro and equities buisness. They are looking to identify their first Risk Hire. See below the ideal background of the candidate we are looking to identify for our client : University education in Economics, Finance area. Relevant certifications (e.g., FRM, PRM, or CFA) would be advantageous At least 5 years existing experience in the Risk Management area of Hedge Fund, Asset Management Company, Banks or Financial Advisory for Institutional Investor Knowledge and expertise with quantitative risk tools like RiskMetrics, Bloomberg MARS/PORT etc. Knowledge of VBA, SQL or Phyton languages, and main databases and statistical tools for finance Knowledge of European Regulations UCITS, AIFMD, Solvency a plus Collaborative and team player and able to align with team priorities A unique opportunity for the right minded candidate with the risk experience. This represnt a chance for a "blank canvas" opportunity in risk in a well established platform that needs someone to own risk for these two new desks.