Investment Risk - Vice President in City of London

Job description

• London, Hybrid
• Permanent (Competitive Salary + Benefits)

We are working with a leading European investment management firm to recruit this position.

This is a high-impact, senior position within a central Group function, focusing on second line risk, shaping strategy and oversight across complex, multi-asset portfolios.

This role is pivotal in forming independent risk opinions on investments both pre- and post-Investment Committee.

You’ll work closely with front-line investment teams across Europe, providing expert input on large, complex transactions including NPLs, private credit, real estate, and M&A.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and has a strong track record in investment risk across multiple jurisdictions.

Responsibilities:

• Lead investment risk oversight for multi-asset portfolios across Europe.
• Review and sign off on investment proposals, focusing on complex and specialised deals.
• Represent Group Risk in deal forums and portfolio management discussions.
• Develop and implement investment risk frameworks, tools, and reporting standards.
• Conduct post-acquisition thematic reviews to ensure ongoing risk alignment.
• Support the Group Head of Risk in delivering the firm’s risk strategy.

Desired Skill / Character Profile:

• Proactive, analytical mindset.
• Ability to engage confidently with investment professionals and senior stakeholders.
• Experience in investment risk, underwriting, valuation, or lending within financial services.
• Exposure to distressed debt, private credit, and real estate investments.
• Strong understanding of European markets, EU deal structures and regulatory environments
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, or a related field.
• CFA, CAIA, FRM or Master’s preferred.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

14-07-2025

Profession type

Accountancy

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English