Senior Manager Investment Risk
Senior Manager Investment Risk
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Job Description
Equity Investment Risk Manager
The Equity Risk team within the Investment Management and Finance Risk (IMFR) at Vanguard is responsible for providing independent investment risk oversight of the firms managed assets. The team identifies portfolio & market risks quantifies our portfolios exposures to these risks and communicates this information effectively to the portfolio management team and senior management. The team also performs adhoc research and develops risk analytics to enhance the businesss understanding of the risk and how to manage it through riskaware portfolio construction.
Were looking for a selfdirected candidate with proven experience in managing and leading a team of risk professionals. The candidate will have demonstrable quantitative (applied statistical analysis and programming) and communication skills a passion for markets buyside risk management experience and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment. The role provides the successful candidate with opportunities to develop & assume more responsibility within a rapidly changing & growing department.
Job Summary
To provide investment risk management oversight across Vanguards lineup of equity funds and ETFs through detailed analysis surveillance and engagement with our Portfolio Management and Trading team. The role will also support Vanguards suite of LifeStrategy and Target Retirement multiasset funds. As an Investment Risk Manager you will be part of the Investment Management and Finance Risk (IMFR) which is organizationally positioned within the second line of defense though colocated on the trade floor with our Portfolio Managers and integral to the first line.
Job Profile Summary
Provides investment risk management expertise and analysis across equity funds in a global environment.
Job Description
Core Responsibilities
Lead the equity investment risk team to work closely with the portfolio management team to influence and add value to the investment process by applying analytical insight judgement and experience to evaluate risk and performance of funds. Lead staff in the development of specialized investment risk management performance analysis and other analytical skills that raise the capabilities of the investment risk team. Achieve high levels of colleague and employee engagement. Develop a pipeline of future leaders. Provide thought leadership to improve the investment process and publish value added research and insights. Use a variety of analytical resources to develop and enhance existing riskreturn analysis including performance attribution multifactor risk models optimization and stress testing. Develops implements and maintains an effective and efficient risk management infrastructure to manage measure monitor and report aggregate global equity and multiasset investments risk exposures. Researches and evaluates best practices for equity investment and business activities to control various risks. Researches equity and multiasset investment risk management policies and procedures limits and guidelines. Gathers and analyzes data from various equity fund management units and provides improvement recommendations. Develops and implements technologybased tools and metrics and performs statistical data analysis to report monitor measure and manage various aspects of equity and multiasset investment risk exposures. Presents thorough clear and insightful analysis to senior leaders portfolio managers and traders. Develops and implements processes tools and techniques to evaluate and validate equity investments models. Implements ongoing model validation processes. Develops and maintains knowledge of financial markets quantitative drivers and general investment themes in order to bring an informed perspective to the risk management processes. Develops a deep understanding of Vanguards equity and multiasset investment management functional areas. Keeps abreast of current issues in business operations and incorporates changing business needs into risk analysis. Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Strong related work experience. Supervisory experience preferred.
- Undergraduate/Graduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Progress towards professional certification (CFA FRM) preferred.
- Professionalism in managing multiple priorities and performing complex analysis under tight deadlines.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a proven ability to interact and build effective working relationships with peers and senior management.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling inperson learning collaboration and connection. We believe our missiondriven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support longterm client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
Required Experience:
Senior Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
