State Street · 2 hours ago
Head of Equity Risk Management, Vice President
Stamford
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $202K/yr
7+ years expState Street is a global leader in institutional investment management, and they are seeking a Head of Equity Risk Management to lead the investment risk oversight process for their equity book of business. The role involves managing market risk exposures, presenting key risk summaries to senior management, and participating in strategic initiatives and special projects.
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Responsibilities
Lead and manage the investment risk oversight process for our equity book of business, both active and index products
Own the measurement, quantification and communication of market risk exposures and any changes to the funds/accounts risk profiles
Create and present key risk summaries to senior management on an ongoing basis
Participate in strategic initiatives and special projects, in collaboration with the first line and strategic partners
Suggest methodologies for improving portfolio risk analytics and overall risk framework
Undertake unsupervised research on areas of risk management
Maintain and enhance our equity risk management processes
Collaborate with colleagues within the global organization in the design and implementation of policies, procedures and processes for the investment risk program
Qualification
Required
Strong working knowledge of equity strategies, gained from experience in institutional investment management, risk management and/or research organization
Experience in suggesting methodologies for improving portfolio risk analytics and overall risk framework
Experience in undertaking unsupervised research on areas of risk management
Experience in the maintenance and enhancement of equity risk management processes
Experience in collaborating with colleagues within the global organization in the design and implementation of policies, procedures and processes for the investment risk program
Demonstrated ability to lead projects and people
Experience with building risk processes within an asset manager
Establish credibility through technical skill and stature in risk management
Ability to build collaborative working relationships with investment professionals
Ability to create a shared vision of the benefits of more risk-aware decision making
Solid analytical foundation and organizational skills
Motivated by a team environment
Ability to learn about new analytical applications and investment products
Experience with risk concepts and database tools
Specific skills in using fundamental factor risk models (Axioma, Aladdin, Barra…) and coding/visualization tools (Tableau and Python…) considered a plus
7-10 years of relevant industry experience (research, risk management) with solid knowledge of equity products
Strong understanding of portfolio construction, risk analytics, and investments
Ability to work with senior management and to develop relationships with others throughout the organization
Capable of taking responsibility for independent projects with limited supervision
Strong technical skills: ability to build tools and reporting for risk management and to leverage technology and systems
Thoroughness and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, meet deadlines and deliver high quality, error-free work in a fast-paced environment
Role model, active corporate citizenship (leaders teaching leaders) and being a culture carrier
Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
Preferred
MBA, MSF and/or CFA preferred
Programming skills (VBA, Python, R, Matlab) is a plus
Benefits
Retirement savings plan (401K) with company match
Insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages
Paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities
Access to our Employee Assistance Program
Incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans)
Eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans
Inclusive development opportunities
Flexible work-life support
Paid volunteer days
Vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most
Company
State Street
State Street offers a range of financial services, including investment management, research and trading, as well as asset management.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$12.05B2025-10-23Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2025-04-24Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2025-02-06Post Ipo Equity· $750M
Leadership Team
Ronald O'Hanley
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
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Renee LaRoche-Morris
Senior Vice President, Chief of Staff to the COO; Head of CAO Services
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