Managing Director, Head of Total Portfolio Risk & Analytics

Reporting directly to the Senior Managing Director and Chief Risk Officer the Managing Director Head of Total Portfolio Risk and Analytics in the Risk Department will own the accountability for effective total portfolio risk analysis for Board-level governance implementing quantitative methodologies and models and leading key strategic initiatives in partnership with colleagues across the Fund. They will also oversee analytical reviews reasonability checks and ensure established processes are completed in accordance with Investment Risk Management Standards and Methodologies.

As the ideal candidate the Managing Director Head of Total Portfolio Risk and Analytics has a reputation for innovative and thoughtful leadership. They have a track record of bringing the required leadership presence and Investment Risk expertise to be an effective thought and people leader.

The Managing Director Head of Total Portfolio Risk and Analytics is a proven decision-maker who takes an enterprise perspective when evaluating risks and opportunities. They are a highly effective communicator who can lead complex investment risk and board discussions be a constructive challenger while building strong relationships with key stakeholders and lead and inspire others across the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic direction and leadership to the Total Portfolio Risk and Analytics team aligning objectives with the overall goals of the organization.
• Deliver integrated total portfolio risk oversight aggregating exposures and insights across public/private strategies investment and enterprise risks (incl. evaluating transversal risks)
• Oversee the development and implementation of quantitative methodologies models and analytics to assess and manage various risks across the organization.
• Lead the Model Risk Management Function for the fund.
• Provide independent risk governance and constructive challenge over portfolio design choices strategic allocations and material transactions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies by enabling robust risk reporting and monitoring through partnership with Technology.
• Lead special projects aligned to the organizations goals coordinating cross-functional teams and driving the development of innovative risk management solutions.
• Continuously improve risk infrastructure through partnership with Technology by identifying areas for enhancement implementing new technologies and tools and optimizing existing processes to enhance risk measurement and reporting capabilities.
• Drive innovation in analytics by advancing predictive tools centralized data platforms and GenAI-enabled capabilities.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to provide insights into risk exposures support decision-making processes and ensure alignment with risk management objectives.
• Act as a visible enterprise people and thought leader representing Risk in Board discussions and external partnerships to bring differentiated insights.
• Recruit and retain high-integrity high-performance and partnership-focused investment risk professionals.
• Create a motivating work environment by providing regular performance feedback development oversight and mentorship to team members.

Qualifications :

• Undergraduate/graduate degree in relevant field; high level of numeracy and quantitative/statistical knowledge.
• 15 years of relevant experience.
• Have a solid understanding of financial concepts including risk modelling risk management and portfolio optimization.
• Have knowledge of standard approaches for measuring market credit and liquidity risk.
• Deep investment acumen across public and private markets with ability to integrate perspectives across asset classes.
• Proven track record in managing complex projects and initiatives from conception to implementation.
• Demonstrated ability to inclusively lead inspire and develop a diverse team of professionals.
• Advanced experience articulating complex ideas and information with impact; seamless adaptability to diverse audiences and exceptional active listening skills.
• Superior interpersonal skills; clear and proven communication skills (oral and written) as well as exceptional presentation skills

Additional Information :

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time