Junior Risk Analyst

Arkus Financial Services is part of the Profidata Group and provides asset managers with flexible and independent risk management solutions.

Thanks to its understanding and practical experience, its unique risk profiling and risk modelling capabilities developed over the past 16 years, its continuous involvement in professional associations, training institutions and close relationships with regulators, Arkus is providing risk-analysis services to a variety of asset managers, representing a volume of 61BN EUR assets under administration at the end of January 2024.

JUNIOR RISK ANALYST

Arkus Financial Services is part of the global Profidata Group and provides asset managers with flexible and independent risk management solutions.

Thanks to its understanding and practical experience of asset management, its unique risk profiling and risk modelling capabilities developed over the past 16 years, its continuous involvement in professional associations, training institutions and close relationships with regulators, Arkus is providing risk-based governance services to a variety of asset managers, representing a volume of 61 bn EUR assets under administration at the end of January 2024.

Being forward-looking, dynamic and pro-active are the main characteristics we value in our people. Our team is composed of risk professionals and IT, among which Ph.D., FRM and CFA accredited. Backed by seasoned professionals, it provides the right balance between expertise on the latest technical developments and practical experience of what managing risks means. As such, our people can act as real partners to the investment managers and provide them with tools to efficiently engage with investors and regulators.

Arkus is currently looking for a Junior Risk Analyst. The role will be based in Munsbach in Luxembourg and the successful candidate will work under the direct supervision of the Head of Risk. Arkus has in place a flexible hybrid working policy allowing a number of days to be worked on a remote basis after successful completion of trial period.

THE ROLE

• Assistance with the production and quality assurance of risk reports covering various types of risks (Market Risk, Liquidity Risk, Counterparty Risk, etc.);
• Data Management of incoming client data and integration into our proprietary system "RiskRadar";
• Handling of various financial instrument types, including listed and OTC derivatives (setup, mapping, etc.);
• Review, analysis and interpretation of risk metrics of specific portfolios as well as general market conditions;
• Active participation in the further development of our products (conceptual work, testing, etc.);

THE PROFILE

• University Degree in Finance or similar.
• Previous experience within the Market Risk area would be an advantage, however is not so essential;
• Ability to work in a small dynamic and multicultural team where the working language will be English (Fluency in English is essential - German would be an advantage);
• Experience in quantitative financial concepts would be a strong advantage but is not essential.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Familiarity with the Fund Industry and latest European and Luxembourgish regulation or legislation in this area (i.e. UCITS and/or AIFMD regulations, and, more particularly related to risk, e.g. ESMA 10/788, CSSF 11/512 as amended by CSSF Circular 18/698 or any other applicable law or regulation);
• Basic IT and programming skills (.NET, SQL, VBA, Matlab, etc.) would be considered as a strong asset.

Arkus offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

If you wish to join our company, please apply, in English, by sending your cover letter, salary expectations and Curriculum Vitae to Mrs. Jayne Costigan at the following address: - All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Due to the high volume of CV's received we can only guarantee a response to candidates who have been shortlisted for interview

All candidates should be eligible to work within the EU. Arkus is not in a position to sponsor working visas.

STRICTLY NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES