Northern Trust
Financial Services
Specialist,InvestmentRisk
“Specialist, Investment Risk at Northern Trust. Skills: Investment Risk, Equities, Derivatives, Quantitative Risk. Provide independent oversight to risks. Identify potential investment risks”
Industry & Context.
Identify risks; Analyze risks; Mitigate risks; Assess exposure; Manage exposure
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
10+ years investment risk management, Focus on equities, Focus on derivatives, Focus on quantitative risk management, Lead risk management efforts, Expertise in risk models, Experience in risk models, Utilize quantitative methodologies, In-depth knowledge of equity markets, In-depth knowledge of derivatives, In-depth knowledge of quantitative methods, In-depth knowledge of financial instruments, In-depth knowledge of regulatory landscape, Excellent communication skills, Excellent presentation skills, Convey complex concepts to diverse stakeholders, Strategic mindset
Nice to Have
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Bachelor's degree in Economics, Advanced degree (MBA, CFA)
What You'll Do.
Provide independent oversight to risks
Identify potential investment risks
Analyze potential investment risks
Report potential investment risks
Mitigate potential investment risks
Understand risk models
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
Ensure compliance with industry standards
Communicate risk assessments
Communicate mitigation strategies
Communicate performance insights
Stay abreast of industry best practices
Stay abreast of emerging trends
Drive innovation in risk processes
Improve risk processes
Integrate risk management into investment decision-making
Expand use of quantitative risk analysis
Export best practices to other investment products
Develop periodic goals
Set short-term priorities
Monitor all activities
Ensure timely completion of work
Ensure accurate completion of work
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with portfolio managers; Collaborate with traders; Collaborate with investment professionals; Collaborate with legal teams; Collaborate with compliance teams
Communication Scope
Presentation skills; Communicate complex concepts
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