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Summit Global Investments · 13 hours ago

Derivatives Risk Manager

Summit Global Investments is a fast-growing, SEC-registered multi-billion-dollar investment advisory firm. They are seeking an experienced Derivatives Risk Manager to oversee derivatives risk management for registered investment companies and ensure regulatory compliance while supporting derivatives-based investment strategies.

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Responsibilities

Oversee and facilitate our Derivatives Risk Management Program
Serve as SGI’s designated Derivatives Risk Manager (DRM) under SEC Rule 18f-4
Design, implement, and maintain SGI’s Derivatives Risk Management Program for registered funds
Identify, measure, monitor, and manage derivatives-related risks, including (Market, Leverage, Liquidity risk)
Oversee quantitative risk models and analytics related to options, futures, and other derivatives (e.g., Greeks, VaR, stress testing, scenario analysis)
Establish and monitor risk guidelines, limits, and escalation procedures
Prepare and present regular derivatives risk reports to PM, Sr. Management, and/or Fund boards
Prepare timely and accurate responses to DDQs, RFIs, and RFPs
Support ongoing consultant database updates and information requests
Ensure all client communications are consistent with firm standards and compliance requirements
Partner closely with SGI’s Investment Teams to understand derivatives strategies and risk exposures
Work with Compliance and Legal to ensure adherence to SEC regulations and SGI policies
Support regulatory examinations, audits, and internal reviews related to derivatives usage
Maintain required policies, procedures, and documentation under Rule 18f-4
Provide guidance and training to others on derivatives risk concepts
Assist with fund board materials and presentations related to derivatives risk management

Qualification

Derivatives risk managementQuantitative financeSEC regulationsOptionsFuturesRisk measurement modelsIntegrityCommunication skillsCollaboration

Required

Integrity
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field (advanced degree preferred)
7+ years of experience in derivatives risk management, portfolio risk, or quantitative finance
Deep knowledge of options, futures, swaps, and derivatives
Strong understanding of SEC regulations, particularly Rule 18f-4 and 1940 Act requirements
Demonstrated experience developing or overseeing quantitative risks
Ability to clearly communicate complex risk concepts to investment, compliance, and senior management audiences
Ability to work on-site in the Salt Lake City Metropolitan Area

Preferred

Advanced degree in a related quantitative field

Benefits

Competitive salary
Health, Dental, Vision & Supplemental Insurance
HSA with employer contribution
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
401(k) with employer matching

Company

Summit Global Investments

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Summit Global Investments is an investment advisor which helps in managing strategies for investors.

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

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Early Stage

Leadership Team

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Spencer Nielsen
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Frank Newsom
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