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Job Title: Investment Risk Manager (HYBRID)
This HYBRID position requires being on-site in our Baltimore, Ft Lauderdale or Boston office 3 days per week. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship/transfer for this position.
About the Investment Risk Team
The Investment Risk Team's primary function is to provide the second line of defense for Investment Risk. What are the ongoing responsibilities of an Investment Risk Manager?
Key Responsibilities:
• Identify, measure, monitor, and address risks related to liquidity risk • Provide strategic direction, work with different stakeholders, and oversee the liquidity risk management program to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and delivery of risk consulting services • Build the strategic vision for the Liquidity Risk team and refine it as business priorities evolve • Provide Liquidity Risk oversight and management across various key asset classes including alternatives • Document FT standards and procedures for monitoring and testing performed by liquidity risk teams • Provide regular back testing of vendor provided liquidity assessments and develop the FT internal liquidity model ensuring assessments reflect the view of IRM • Produce regular liquidity risk reports that aggregate and present the results of independent reviews to senior management • Prepare for and assist with coordination of regulatory reviews and responses • Engage with key stakeholders (CIOs, CRO) to understand business needs and communicate the teams strategic vision effectively • Represent Investment Risk within various FT committees, providing strategic direction and oversight of investment risk efforts • Work effectively with other functions to develop meeting agendas, prepare materials, and document outcomes • Prioritize the technology initiatives related to liquidity risk and lead modernization efforts • Liaise with other functions, including Operations, Legal and Compliance to ensure full coverage of counterparty and credit risk matters • Create and run standard reports and queries, as well as design, develop, test, automate, and launch new dashboards and reporting solutions across the Regulatory Risk team
Ideal Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Computer Science, Mathematics, or other quantitative discipline • CFA or FRM designation preferred • Experience within a credit risk function will be an advantage • 10+ years relevant work experience REQUIRED in the Mutual Fund/Financial Services Industry • Strong verbal and written communications skills • Strong attention to details and excellent analytical skills • Ability to work independently, perform mathematical calculations/analysis and to exercise independent judgment consistent with department guidelines • Ability to organize and prioritize workflow and to coordinate the work of others • Ability to accurately proofread documents and work under pressure, and the ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced, team environment
Critical Technology Skill Sets:
• Experience in programming languages, preferably VBA or R/Python, Power BI, Tableau, or other data visualization tools • Experience in SQL experience for data extraction, manipulation, and analyses, including complex joins • Experience using financial/risk application/software, Bloomberg, MSCI Barra Risk Model, FactSet, and Morningstar
Compensation Range:
Franklin Templeton offers employees a competitive and valuable range of total rewards-monetary and non-monetary - designed to support their well-being and recognize their time, talents, and results. Along with base compensation, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, a 401(k) plan with a generous match, and recognition rewards. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a range of competitive healthcare options, insurance, and disability benefits, employee stock investment program, learning resources, career development programs, reimbursement for certain education expenses, paid time off (vacation / holidays / sick / leave / parental & caregiving leave / bereavement / volunteering / floating holidays) and a motivational wellbeing program. We expect the annual salary for this position to range between $145,000 - $165,000, depending on location and level of relevant experience, plus discretionary bonus.
About Our Culture:
Our culture is shaped by the variety of perspectives and experiences brought by talent from around the world. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there's a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life.
Benefits:
We are committed to fostering a respectful, safe and inclusive environment for all applicants and existing employees. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other status protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation.
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