Our Client - TOP 10 largest asset manager in the world by assets under management is looking for Risk Officer. Company has unique research capabilities and skills of 5,000 team members and market experts based in 37 countries. They provide retail, institutional and corporate clients with innovative investment strategies and solutions tailored to their needs.
Responsibilities:
Support the other team members, the Head of Risk Management and the Conducting Officer responsible for Risk Management
Ensure adequate reporting of all Risk Management related topics to the Board of Directors, relevant Committees, Senior Management and local Regulator
Validate systems, applications and methodologies used for risk measurement, and periodically assess their adequacy with respect to relevant changes in business, regulatory and industry environment
Liaise with the Board of Directors, relevant Committees, Internal and external Auditors, Senior Management, Regulator and Business functions for any Risk Management related matter
Coordinate and ensure correct execution of the daily business and oversee the risk reporting
Develop, implement and maintain efficient controls in all areas covered by the risk management department
Plan, execute and monitor project related tasks
Plan, execute and monitor ad-hoc requests/tasks like analytical research and risk management related analysis
Ensure accurate documentation of processes and reporting to Senior Management, Board of Directors and Regulator
Perform due diligence on delegated risk management activities and Investment Managers
Liaise with internal and external Auditors
Requirements:
5 years minimum experience in the banking/financial sector
Excellent communication, problem solving and analytical skills
Capable to support actively the implementation and effective execution of short and medium term plans
Ability to work under pressure and to cope with multiple deadlines in an efficient and structured way
Excellent knowledge of the Luxembourg fund industry as well as the local UCITS & AIFMD regulations
Good knowledge of risk management systems and best market practice regarding standard risk measures & models