Associate Risk Analyst

-The purpose of this position is to measure, analyze and attribute performance measures to investment portfolios as well as to provide specialist knowledge in the Investment Performance Measurement and Attribution Section of the Risk Management Division in the Financial Markets Department of the South African Reserve Bank (SARB). -Detailed Description Measure, analyze and attribute the investment performance of portfolios. - Provide insights into global markets, asset class performance and macroeconomic trends. - Generate appropriate analysis to ensure that the drivers of portfolio performance are understood. - Accurately price and value various financial instruments. - Report on the performance of portfolios and risk-adjusted ratios, and provide management information for escalation to senior management. - Assist with the preparation of data inputs for the investment performance measurement and attribution tools. - Provide input into the formulation and implementation of the strategic asset allocation and risk budgeting processes. - Develop and maintain procedure manuals for operational purposes. - Manage ad hoc internal and external client queries as well as reporting and administrative matters. Job Requirements a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, Actuarial Science, Financial Engineering, Investment Management, Risk Management, Econometrics or a similar field, with majors in Mathematics, Statistics or Risk Management; and - two to five years’ relevant work experience in the asset management industry or another financial field, with at least two years’ experience in investment risk management and various aspects of financial markets. The following would be an added advantage: an Honours degree in of the above-mentioned disciplines; - a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Financial Risk Manager (FRM), Certificate in Investment Performance Measurement (CIPM), Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) or a Professional Risk Management (PRM) qualification; - knowledge of portfolio administration systems; and - knowledge of Visual Basic for Applications (VBA), Matlab or R programming language. Additional requirements include: keeping abreast of industry developments; - a good understanding of global fixed income, equity, derivatives and alternative products, and how they are modelled and traded; - sufficient working knowledge of investment risk and other mathematical concepts and methods relevant to investment performance; - being a team player with good interpersonal and conflict management skills; - analytical and conceptualisation abilities; - attention to detail; - strong initiative and drive; - proficiency in English (written and spoken); - problem-solving skills; - quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, including familiarity with financial modelling techniques; - ability to multitask, deliver high-quality results, and respond quickly and effectively to requests; - good report-writing and presentation skills; - ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with stakeholders; - proficient in Microsoft (MS) Office products, especially MS Excel; - proficient in the use of Bloomberg; and - willing to work after hours and weekends, as and when required. How To Apply All interested parties are invited to apply. - All available vacancies will be visible. - Login> - Is this your first visit to our Job Site?>Register today (Ensure that you include all your skills and qualifications during the registration process.); OR - Already registered on our Job Site?>Already registered?>Login here - Date posted>Last 3 weeks (in the dropdown menu) - Select the appropriate IRC number to view the full advertisement. The SARB offers remuneration and benefits commensurate with the level of the position and in line with the market. The level at which the successful applicant will be appointed will depend on his/her experience and competence. Currency -ZAR -Amount of Travel -Work At Home