Risk Officer

The firm's Risk Management team is responsible for managing market risk, counterparty risk and liquidity risk. The team works closely with traders across discretionary and systematic trading of macro and relative value strategies in fixed income, foreign exchange, credit and digital asset markets.

MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE:

• Risk management of fixed income and foreign exchange macro and relative value trading across market risk, counterparty risk, liquidity risk.
• Contribute to enhancing risk measurement and portfolio analytics and controls.
• Work within a collaborative environment both within the Risk team and with other stakeholders.
• The role is hands on and will involve liaising with Portfolio Managers discussing portfolio and market risks and solutions to manage and optimise risks within the firm's risk framework.

WORK EXPERIENCE/BACKGROUND:

• Quantitative degree from a Top Tier institution (Maths, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Finance or Economics)
• Between 4 and 7 years of experience in a Quantitative-intensive role: Risk Management, Quant, Trading, Structuring
• Experience in data analysis
• Experience in coding and creating tactical tools in Excel
• Trading or Market Risk background
• Experience working directly with PMs/Traders

TECHINICAL/BUSINESS SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:

• Proficient in Excel and at least one programming language (e.g. VBA, Python )
• Understanding of fixed income and foreign exchange markets
• Strong knowledge of derivatives (linear and non-linear)
• Strong problem-solving skills and acute attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels, both written and verbally
• Ability to prioritise multiple tasks and work under tight deadlines
• Understanding of fixed income macro and relative value strategies
• Knowledge of SQL, VBA and Python

Who we are

Brevan Howard Asset Management is one of the leading absolute return/hedge fund managers, overseeing assets on behalf of institutional investors from around the world, including pension funds, endowments, insurance companies, government agencies, private banks and fund of funds.

Brevan Howard was founded in 2002, and launched its flagship global macro strategy in April 2003. It currently manages over $34bnand engages predominantly in discretionary directional and relative value trading in fixed income, FX markets and equities. BH Digital, a division within Brevan Howard that manages crypto and digital asset strategies was launched in 2022.

The firm currently employs over 1,100 personnel worldwide, including over 400 investment professionals. This global presence gives Brevan Howard the ability to identify and source attractive investment opportunities, as well as investment management talent wherever they may be. Brevan Howard has won several industry awards for excellence in risk management, operational robustness and investment performance.

The firm's main hubs are in London, Jersey, Geneva, New York, Austin, Hong Kong, Singapore and Abu Dhabi.

Why Join Our Team

• We combine a dedication to meeting our clients' needs with a commitment to our people.
• At Brevan Howard, you will find the dynamism and entrepreneurial spirit of a small firm with the infrastructure, technology and support of a large organisation.
• We are always looking for exceptional talent to join our global community. From undergraduates to experienced professionals, we look for individuals who are intellectually curious, passionate and share our mission and principles.

Diversity and Inclusion

Brevan Howard is committed to being an inclusive employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified individuals without regards to race, colour, religion, origin, age, sexual orientation, physical/mental disability/ long term health condition, marital status, gender expression or any other characteristic protected by law in the jurisdictions we operate.