Soros Fund Management
Risk Manager - Structured/Private Credit
Soros Fund Management, New York, New York, us, 10261
Company Description
Soros Fund Management LLC (SFM) is a multi-strategy global investment firm and family office that manages approximately $28 billion in net assets. Founded by George Soros in 1970, SFM serves as the principal asset manager for the Open Society Foundations (OSF), one of the world's largest charitable foundations dedicated to promoting justice, human rights, and democracy. SFM leverages its permanent capital base, unconstrained mandate, and 50-plus + years of experience to invest nimbly across diverse strategies and asset classes, including public and private equities and credit and macro assets. SFM's approach is unique in the investment industry. Headquartered in New York City with offices in London, Dublin, and Hong Kong, SFM employs about 200 professionals.
Position Overview
The role of the Risk Manager is to provide risk oversight across the Structured Products and Private Credit businesses. The individual is expected to maintain a close relationship with the investment teams, balancing the need for independent risk control with the provision of insightful analysis.
The ideal candidate will have a deep knowledge of structured credit products and markets together with a detailed understanding of relevant pricing and risk models. They will blend a strong analytical ability with good communication skills in order to positively influence the investment process.
Relationships
Reports to: Chief Risk Officer
Major Responsibilities
Identification and communication of risk through reporting, commentary and analysisSetting / monitoring risk limits and dealing with exceptionsDevelopment of risk methodologies related to sensitivities, scenario analysis etc.Building pricing / risk models for transactions and support of valuation processDiscussion with investment teams on structuring of new transactionsAnalysis of hedge sizing and hedging opportunitiesProvide analytical insight to portfolio managers related to risk factors and return driversProgress quantitative framework used to guide portfolio construction and asset allocation processCoordinate with technology to productionize processesRequirements
5-10 years of experience in a directly related risk management / research / trading roleComprehensive knowledge across securitized products (Agency / Non-Agency, CMBS, CLO etc.)Degree in analytical subject, understanding of statistics, pricing models and risk methodologyHands-on problem solver with ability to communicate quantitative concepts clearly and conciselyEffective communicator with ability to build rapport across investment professionals and senior managementThrives in a team-oriented environmentInterest and experience in system design, databases and risk systems/architectureKnowledge of systems (E.g., Intex, YieldBook, Bloomberg) and proficiency in Python and SQL are beneficialWhat We Offer
We anticipate the base salary of this role to be between $150,000-225,000. In addition to a base salary, the successful candidate will also be eligible to receive a discretionary year-end bonus.Available Benefits Include (i) a daily meal allowance, (ii) health, vision, dental and disability insurance, (iii) a generous PTO and parental leave policy, (iii) an employer-sponsored 401k plan (eligible for employer matching), and (iv) a 3:1 employer matching gifts program for 501c(3) or equivalent qualified organizations.Opportunities for professional development and growthA collaborative and inclusive work environmentThe chance to make a meaningful impact on global labor practices and human rights
In all respects, candidates need to reflect the following SFM core values:
Integrity // Teamwork // Smart risk-taking // Owner's Mindset // Humility
Discover how SFM continues to drive impactful investments and supports the global mission of the
Open Society Foundations.
Soros Fund Management LLC (SFM) is a multi-strategy global investment firm and family office that manages approximately $28 billion in net assets. Founded by George Soros in 1970, SFM serves as the principal asset manager for the Open Society Foundations (OSF), one of the world's largest charitable foundations dedicated to promoting justice, human rights, and democracy. SFM leverages its permanent capital base, unconstrained mandate, and 50-plus + years of experience to invest nimbly across diverse strategies and asset classes, including public and private equities and credit and macro assets. SFM's approach is unique in the investment industry. Headquartered in New York City with offices in London, Dublin, and Hong Kong, SFM employs about 200 professionals.
Position Overview
The role of the Risk Manager is to provide risk oversight across the Structured Products and Private Credit businesses. The individual is expected to maintain a close relationship with the investment teams, balancing the need for independent risk control with the provision of insightful analysis.
The ideal candidate will have a deep knowledge of structured credit products and markets together with a detailed understanding of relevant pricing and risk models. They will blend a strong analytical ability with good communication skills in order to positively influence the investment process.
Relationships
Reports to: Chief Risk Officer
Major Responsibilities
Identification and communication of risk through reporting, commentary and analysisSetting / monitoring risk limits and dealing with exceptionsDevelopment of risk methodologies related to sensitivities, scenario analysis etc.Building pricing / risk models for transactions and support of valuation processDiscussion with investment teams on structuring of new transactionsAnalysis of hedge sizing and hedging opportunitiesProvide analytical insight to portfolio managers related to risk factors and return driversProgress quantitative framework used to guide portfolio construction and asset allocation processCoordinate with technology to productionize processesRequirements
5-10 years of experience in a directly related risk management / research / trading roleComprehensive knowledge across securitized products (Agency / Non-Agency, CMBS, CLO etc.)Degree in analytical subject, understanding of statistics, pricing models and risk methodologyHands-on problem solver with ability to communicate quantitative concepts clearly and conciselyEffective communicator with ability to build rapport across investment professionals and senior managementThrives in a team-oriented environmentInterest and experience in system design, databases and risk systems/architectureKnowledge of systems (E.g., Intex, YieldBook, Bloomberg) and proficiency in Python and SQL are beneficialWhat We Offer
We anticipate the base salary of this role to be between $150,000-225,000. In addition to a base salary, the successful candidate will also be eligible to receive a discretionary year-end bonus.Available Benefits Include (i) a daily meal allowance, (ii) health, vision, dental and disability insurance, (iii) a generous PTO and parental leave policy, (iii) an employer-sponsored 401k plan (eligible for employer matching), and (iv) a 3:1 employer matching gifts program for 501c(3) or equivalent qualified organizations.Opportunities for professional development and growthA collaborative and inclusive work environmentThe chance to make a meaningful impact on global labor practices and human rights
In all respects, candidates need to reflect the following SFM core values:
Integrity // Teamwork // Smart risk-taking // Owner's Mindset // Humility
Discover how SFM continues to drive impactful investments and supports the global mission of the
Open Society Foundations.