Associate/AVP, Risk Analyst, Analysis & Reporting (Contract)

at  GIC Investment

Location:Singapore, SG
Job Function: Risk & Performance Management Department
Job Type: Contract
Req ID: 15777
GIC is one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2,000 employees across 11 locations around the world, we invest in more than 40 countries globally across asset classes and businesses. Working at GIC gives you exposure to an extraordinary network of the world’s industry leaders. As a leading global long-term investor, we Work at the Point of Impact for Singapore’s financial future, and the communities we invest in worldwide.

WHAT IMPACT CAN YOU MAKE IN THIS ROLE?

You will be part of a team that is responsible for the independent assessment, measurement, monitoring, and reporting of GIC’s market, credit, and operational risk profiles.

WHAT WILL YOU DO AS AN ASSOCIATE, RISK ANALYST?

• Work with risk managers to design and produce investment risk and performance reports for Total Portfolio, across asset classes and strategies
• Exhibit attention to detail when checking reports and be accountable for the timely delivery of reports to stakeholders
• Provide meaningful analysis and explanations for performance and risk numbers in the reports
• Raise, investigate and follow up on issues related to data quality and content of the reports
• Work with the Technology Group to implement and enhance risk modelling and performance attribution methodologies for Total Portfolio, across asset classes and strategies
• Proactively evaluate weaknesses, redundancies and inefficiencies in existing processes to continuously improve productivity, accuracy and reporting capabilities

WHAT QUALIFICIATIONS OR SKILLS SHOULD YOU POSSESS IN THIS ROLE?

• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in an analytical or reporting role in financial institution
• A good degree in Finance, Financial Engineering, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics or a quantitatively inclined field
• Experience in analysing risk factors, and modelling risks such as volatility, tracking error and stress scenarios is preferred. A working knowledge of multi-asset modelling would be assessed favourably.
• Detail orientated, possess initiative and work well under pressure.
• Good team player in a fast-paced environment
• Technical skills (SQL, Python, R, Tableau) and handling of large analytical datasets are preferred;
• Desire to constantly learn and upgrade your knowledge base and skillset