Investment Risk Manager

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VN-14857

Permanent

2 Dublin Landings, North Dock, Dublin 1

Competitive + Bonus + Benefits

16 March 2020

Ensure that LGIM Europe investment funds, mandates and other offerings are managed within an effective risk framework, consistent with their objectives including the provision of independent Investment risk oversight (measurement, management and reporting).

Ensure that LGIM Europe investment funds, mandates and other offerings are managed within an effective risk framework, consistent with their objectives including the provision of independent Investment risk oversight (measurement, management and reporting).

  • In conjunction with the Chief Risk Officer, LGIM Europe, keep abreast of external and internal regulatory bodies (ie: Central Bank of Ireland, Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF)), divisional and Group-wide risk standards and business changes; assess any potential impact for LGIM Europe; ensure that changes to the regulatory standards are implemented by the first line.
  • Provide independent, informed, timely and objective challenges to the LGIM Europe Leadership team in relation to the management of key investment risks and ensuring their business activities are within the risk appetite set down by the Board.
  • Collate and interpret risk MI to identify and report on trends and issues to bring to the attention of first line risk managers and risk committees.
  • Assist in the production of monthly risk summaries for senior management and quarterly risk reports for its board of directors and funds.
  • Work to improve analysis and reporting systems and tools used across the business
  • Review all market, liquidity, credit and counterparty risk metrics, and to monitor and analyse these against regulatory and prospectus limits as well as against the relevant policy or relevant risk framework.
  • Maintains effective working relationships with internal and external risk stakeholders, such as LGIM Europe CEO, Chief Risk Officer, LGIM Europe executive team, and Divisional Risk & Compliance.
  • A post-graduate degree in Mathematics, Engineering or similar quantitative field (min 2.1) and / or a professional qualification (i.e. Risk, Actuarial).
  • Strong analytical skills and industry awareness
  • Ability to develop strategies to work proactively with business
  • Ability to work in a global business and build strong working relationships across different locations
  • Ability to prioritise in a fast moving, constantly changing environment
  • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines
  • Experience and a good understanding of different risk methodologies such as VaR and multi-factor stress testing.
  • A high level of numeracy with strong analytical and programming skills – especially Excel, SQL, JavaScript and VBA.
  • Excellent understanding of global financial markets and a strong product knowledge
  • Experience of working with systems such as Bloomberg and Reuters.
  • Good understanding of Irish UCITS and AIFMD rules, particularly around portfolio risk.
  • Proven track record in investment risk management for an asset management business.
  • At least 7 years of relevant work experience ideally within a asset management business.
  • Experience in a regulated role is beneficial (PCF-39), but not a strict requirement

Whatever your role, we reward ability, performance and attitude with a package that looks after all the things that are important to you, ensuring that your work will be rewarded when you join us.

About L&G

LGIM is the investment management arm of Legal & General Group, a FTSE 100 company. We are one of Europe’s largest asset managers and a major global investor, with assets under management of £983.3bn* (as at 31 December 2017). Our success has been built by focusing on clients and providing them with services and solutions that meet their needs. We offer strategies across the full spectrum of asset classes, including equities, bonds, property, alternatives and cash, as well as multi-asset strategies tailored to the needs of institutional and retail investors.

LGIM is one of the world’s leading providers of index fund management. We are at the forefront of developments in liability-driven risk management solutions for defined benefit pension schemes, a leading provider of defined contribution solutions and also offer wide range of strategies to help our clients manage their investment objectives. LGIM continues to innovate as markets evolve, building strong relationships with clients including pension scheme, sovereign wealth funds, wealth managers and other professional investors.

We understand that our scale brings responsibilities. We play an active role in the companies we invest in, from exercising shareholder voting rights to directly engaging with companies at a board level. By engaging with businesses, we aim to unlock value for investors and shape the future and sustainability of financial markets.

In addition to having a leading position in the UK, we have selectively expanded into new markets across Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the US. We believe that translating our capabilities to reflect the needs of our international clients will mean we are well placed to help them achieve their objectives.

*LGIM internal data as at 31 December 2017, including derivative positions and advisory assets. These figures include assets managed by LGIMA, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor.

About the business area

LGIM manages fixed income, equity, multi-asset, liability-driven investment, property and alternative solutions on behalf of its clients. Located across the globe, our clients include institutional pension funds, financial institutions, local authorities and sovereign wealth funds. In order to meet the complex and evolving investment needs of our clients, we focus on remaining at the forefront of investment product innovation and maintaining our reputation as experts across all asset classes.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender identity or age.

About L&G

LGIM is the investment management arm of Legal & General Group, a FTSE 100 company. We are one of Europe’s largest asset managers and a major global investor, with assets under management of £983.3bn* (as at 31 December 2017). Our success has been built by focusing on clients and providing them with services and solutions that meet their needs. We offer strategies across the full spectrum of asset classes, including equities, bonds, property, alternatives and cash, as well as multi-asset strategies tailored to the needs of institutional and retail investors.

LGIM is one of the world’s leading providers of index fund management. We are at the forefront of developments in liability-driven risk management solutions for defined benefit pension schemes, a leading provider of defined contribution solutions and also offer wide range of strategies to help our clients manage their investment objectives. LGIM continues to innovate as markets evolve, building strong relationships with clients including pension scheme, sovereign wealth funds, wealth managers and other professional investors.

We understand that our scale brings responsibilities. We play an active role in the companies we invest in, from exercising shareholder voting rights to directly engaging with companies at a board level. By engaging with businesses, we aim to unlock value for investors and shape the future and sustainability of financial markets.

In addition to having a leading position in the UK, we have selectively expanded into new markets across Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the US. We believe that translating our capabilities to reflect the needs of our international clients will mean we are well placed to help them achieve their objectives.

*LGIM internal data as at 31 December 2017, including derivative positions and advisory assets. These figures include assets managed by LGIMA, an SEC Registered Investment Advisor.

About the business area

LGIM manages fixed income, equity, multi-asset, liability-driven investment, property and alternative solutions on behalf of its clients. Located across the globe, our clients include institutional pension funds, financial institutions, local authorities and sovereign wealth funds. In order to meet the complex and evolving investment needs of our clients, we focus on remaining at the forefront of investment product innovation and maintaining our reputation as experts across all asset classes.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender identity or age.