Risk & Capital Management VP

Leading global consultancy is currently searching for a capital management specialist to join their London Asset Management desk. This role has been created due to an influx of new business for the consultancy and is an ideal opportunity for a candidate from industry looking to make their first move into a consultancy role.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver high quality risk and capital management engagements to top-tier asset management firms.
• Know and apply risk and capital management rules and guidance for clients, based on a good understanding of asset management risks.
• Be seen internally and externally as a technical specialist, providing ongoing support and technical assistance to colleagues and clients, building long-term beneficial relationships.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge in areas of specialism and industry trends.
• Prepare and help deliver presentations and seminars on risk and capital management to clients
• Assist with the annual Risk and ICAAP Benchmarking Survey, including: drafting of survey questions; analysis of responses; identification of trends; report writing; and participating in client meetings to share findings from the publication.
• Oversee more junior members of the Risk & Capital team sharing technical knowledge and insights to further the overall development of the team.

Requirements:

• Experience with ICAAPs and have a good understanding of CRD IV – Essential
• Extensive knowledge and experience of applying FCA prudential handbooks e.g. IFPRU, BIPRU and GENPRU.
• Working knowledge of the financial services industry, in particular the asset management sector (including wealth management). 
• Experience of working at a consultancy, regulator or asset management firm, focussing on operational risk. 
• Gained a good knowledge of operational risk management frameworks and practices in asset management and other financial sectors. 
• Understand the expectations of the FCA and how this impacts asset management and other financial services firms. 
• Be able to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment, taking on new challenges, grasping new technical concepts rapidly, whilst delivering work to a high standard of quality and demonstrating strong attention to detail
• Have experience managing and mentoring more junior members of staff.