Associate/VP, Risk & Quant Analytics
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Polymer Capital Management is a market-neutral, multi-manager investment platform based in and focused on Asia. Polymer combines established institutional support and deep knowledge of local financial markets with a dedication to discovering and developing the region's best investment talent. Polymer was established in conjunction with PAG, one of the world's largest Asia-focused alternative asset managers, in 2019.
Job Responsibilities / Job Brief
Some Of Our Benefits
Polymer Capital Management is a market-neutral, multi-manager investment platform based in and focused on Asia. Polymer combines established institutional support and deep knowledge of local financial markets with a dedication to discovering and developing the region's best investment talent. Polymer was established in conjunction with PAG, one of the world's largest Asia-focused alternative asset managers, in 2019.
Job Responsibilities / Job Brief
- Collaborate with risk team members to ensure comprehensive Risk Management of the Fund.
- Conduct daily risk monitoring and P&L analysis for the overall Fund and individual portfolios.
- Engage in bi-weekly meetings and ad hoc discussions with portfolio managers to provide risk insights and recommendations.
- Develop and implement innovative quantitative analytics to enhance understanding of the firm's investment activities.
- Gain a deep understanding of proprietary analytics tools and their application to individual portfolios and the overall fund.
- Provide guidance and support to portfolio managers on risk-related matters and the use of proprietary risk management tools.
- Perform custom analyses of portfolios and/or returns to identify potential risks and opportunities.
- Ensure compliance with approved fund guidelines and risk limits on an ongoing basis.
- Collaborate with Trading, Compliance, and Middle/Back Office departments to resolve issues impacting portfolio managers' activities and performance.
- Regularly update and maintain risk management policies and procedures.
- At least 3 years’ experience in a related role, ideally as a risk manager at a hedge fund employing strategies such as long-short equities, macro, CTA, or multi-strategy, or with a brokerage firm in a trading, risk, or quantitative role.
- Proficiency in using quantitative tools, including multi-factor risk modeling, to analyze portfolio risks and develop advanced analyses.
- Strong teamwork skills and a detail-oriented approach to work.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to guide others in understanding and implementing new ideas and concepts while accommodating different personalities and experience levels.
- Ability to balance theoretical ideals with practical business and commercial interests.
- Demonstrated commitment to maintaining a strong compliance mentality.
- Proficiency in Python and Excel is essential, modeling skills are a plus.
- Fluency in English and preferably one other Asian language.
- Prime Location: You'll work full time from one of our offices centrally located in the heart of Tokyo, Singapore, or Hong Kong.
- High-Growth: We have a team of highly ambitious professionals with a strong desire to learn and develop their skills.
- Equal opportunity employer: We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
- Global exposure: With six offices and three affiliate offices around the region, Polymer teams work together to solve meaningful problems at scale.
Some Of Our Benefits
- Paid annual leave
- Medical group insurance
- Gym Subsidy
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