Junior Risk Manager

About the role

Our client, a global investment‑management firm with a research‑driven discretionary trading desk, is building a dedicated risk function from the ground up. As a Junior Risk Manager you will work closely with quant researchers and traders, helping to shape risk policies and ensure disciplined portfolio management.

Key responsibilities

• Identify, assess and monitor risk across discretionary trading strategies.
• Analyse portfolio‑level risk metrics and understand key performance drivers.
• Ensure trading activities stay within risk limits set by the Investment Committee.
• Support the construction of trade portfolios and assist in capital allocation decisions.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of the firm’s risk framework, processes and technical infrastructure.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative discipline such as Mathematics, Statistics, Econometrics, Financial Engineering, Operations Research, Computer Science or Physics; advanced degree preferred.
• Up to three years of commercial experience, preferably in a risk‑focused or quantitative role.
• Strong analytical mindset with a demonstrated interest in risk management.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with global teams.
• Comfort operating with urgency in a fast‑paced environment.

Required skills

What we offer

• Permanent, onsite position in central London.
• Opportunity to shape a new risk function within a leading investment‑management firm.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge quantitative research and discretionary trading strategies.
• Collaborative, globally‑distributed team environment.