Portfolio Risk Analyst; Front Office

Job Description

Core-Asset Consulting is working with a leading investment management firm to recruit a Front Office based Portfolio Risk Analyst to join their team in Edinburgh.

The successful candidate will focus on portfolio risk monitoring and mandate adherence, combining structured assurance activity with responsiveness to business queries and initiatives.

• Degree educated or equivalent professional experience
• Experience in an analytical role, ideally within investment management
• Experience with in a discretionary or advisory environment, with exposure to retail clients
• Understanding of FCA conduct and regulatory requirements
• Good investment knowledge across asset classes, including equities and fixed income
• Ability to interpret portfolio risk and investment data
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• High attention to detail and a proactive approach

• Support the development and enhancement of portfolio risk monitoring frameworks
• Perform regular monitoring activities in line with established plans
• Assist in the production of MI and KPIs to assess adherence, performance, and client outcomes
• Support the identification, investigation, and resolution of mandate breaches
• Contribute to reporting for internal governance forums, including boards and committees
• Act as a point of contact for Front Office portfolio risk matters
• Collaborate with stakeholders across Front Office, Risk, and Compliance
• Support the delivery of portfolio risk training where required
• Contribute to initiatives focused on process efficiency, data usage, and automation
• A highly competitive salary

Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter, and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.