AIFM Risk Management, Manager at IQ-EQ

Luxembourg, Luxembourg, Luxembourg -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, Investment Strategies, Team Management, Risk Assessment, Reporting, Data Analysis, Communication, Problem Solving, Stakeholder Engagement, Financial Analysis, Alternative Investments, Luxembourg AIFM Regulations, Annex IV Reporting, IT Skills, ESG

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Company Description ABOUT IQ-EQ We’re a leading Investor Services group offering end-to-end services in administration, accounting, reporting, regulatory and compliance needs of the investment sector worldwide. We employ a global workforce of 5,800+ people across 25 jurisdictions and have assets under administration (AUA) exceeding US$750 billion. We work with 13 of the world’s top-15 private equity firms. Our services are underpinned by a Group-wide commitment to ESG and best-in-class technology including a global data platform and innovative proprietary tools supported by in-house experts. Above all, what makes us different is our people. Operating as trusted partners to our clients, we deliver intelligent solutions through a combination of technical expertise and strong relationships based on deep client understanding. We’re driven by our Group purpose, to power people and possibilities. Job Description As a Risk Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and enhancing the risk management framework for alternative investment funds managed by the AIFM. You will support the Head of Risk Management in leading the risk management team, ensuring robust risk governance, and acting as a key point of contact for senior management, clients, and governing bodies on risk management matters. You will be responsible for the effective identification, assessment, monitoring, and reporting of all material risks, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and alignment with the firm’s risk appetite. You will: Serve as the back-up for the Head of Risk Management, taking over key responsibilities when needed and ensuring continuity of leadership. Support the Head of Risk Management in daily team management, including coordination, task allocation, and staff development. Support the implementation, maintenance, and regular update of the Risk Management Procedure (RMP), policies, procedures, registers, and framework. Assist in identifying applicable risk types, proposing measurement methodologies and limits. Support the development, monitoring, and updating of risk profiles for all AIFs under management, ensuring alignment with investment strategies and regulatory standards. Assist the team in performing pre-trade investment compliance controls. Monitor and regularly review the adequacy of risk indicators. Prepare and review quarterly risk management reports for the AIFs. Report material risk issues, breaches, and emerging risks to senior management, risk committees, and governing bodies, and ensure appropriate remediation actions are taken. Collaborate with the onboarding team to assess risks of new products and projects, ensuring business growth aligns with the firm’s risk appetite. Contribute to the preparation of annual CSSF Risk Management reports and Annex IV (AIFMD) reporting. Advise internal and external stakeholders on complex risk management matters and regulatory developments affecting Luxembourg investment funds. Lead the analysis of new regulations and assess their impact on risk management activities for both funds and the company. What we offer Comprehensive remuneration and pension: motivating financial packages based upon market rates for your role and is proportionate to your qualifications, level of experiences and skills profile Wellbeing: additional social benefits Flexible working: we recognise the value of working flexibly and want to ensure all employees enjoy an excellent work-life blend. As such, we are open to conversations with employees related to setting up flexible working arrangements. Qualifications Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field. 7+ years of experience in risk management within the asset management or fund industry Strong knowledge of Luxembourg AIFM regulatory environment, including SFDR, and alternative investment strategies. Fluency in English; additional languages are an asset. In-depth knowledge of Annex IV Reporting is highly desirable. Advanced IT skills (e.g., VBA, SQL, Python) are a plus. Additional Information OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU AND THE ENVIRONMENT Sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on us building and maintaining long-term relationships with all our stakeholders – including our employees, clients, and local communities – while also reducing our impact on our natural environment. There is always more we can, and should do, to improve – whether in relation to oury people, our clients, our planet, or our governance. Our ongoing success as a business depends on our sustainability and agility in a changing and challenging global landscape. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse culture for our people, led by our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion steering committee. Our learning and development programmes and systems (including PowerU and MyCampus) enable us to invest in growing our employees’ careers, while our hybrid working approach supports our employees in achieving balance and flexibility while remaining connected to their colleagues. We want to empower our 5,800+ employees - from 94 nationalities, acrosfyts 25 countries - to each achieve their potential. Through IQ-EQ Launchpad we support women managers launching their first fund, in an environment where only 15% of all private equity and venture capital firms are gender balanced. We’re committed to growing relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our clients’ sustainability and success leads to our sustainability and success. We’re emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning. Department: Client Services Type of Hire: Permanent

Responsibilities

The Risk Manager will oversee and enhance the risk management framework for alternative investment funds, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. They will support the Head of Risk Management in team management and act as a key contact for senior management and clients on risk matters.