Career Opportunities: Investment Risk Officer (122833)

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The Pictet Group is one of the world-s leading independent wealth and asset managers. Founded in 1805 and headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, the Group is represented at 31 offices in financial centres worldwide, and currently employs over 5,000 people.

Pictet Wealth Management combines more than 200 years of Swiss banking heritage with global investment expertise. The partner-owned financial services group offers a comprehensive service for wealthy individuals and families, including discretionary and advisory investment solutions and family office services.

Pictet Wealth Management is seeking to recruit an Investment Risk Officer to join its Investment Risk team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in safeguarding PWM's clients and the Group. This role combines investment expertise, regulatory knowledge, control and analysis activities and project management. You will be required to show a high level of initiative, capacity to work as part of a team and excellent communication skills.

Your role

• Regulatory compliance and risk management: ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and internal risk management policies by performing a range of control activities.
• Portfolio risk assessment: conducting thorough reviews of investment portfolios to proactively identify emerging risks and recommend suitable mitigation actions.
• Cooperation with the Front Office: engaging closely with the Front Office to effectively identify, address and monitor investment risks.
• Risk reporting: preparing and delivering regular risk reports and presentations to senior management and key stakeholders to ensure transparency and informed decision-making.
• Educational material: creating and updating comprehensive educational material for the Front Office to enhance awareness and understanding of risk management practices.

Your profile

• Bachelor-s or Master-s degree in Finance, Economics or a related subject.
• Previous experience in the Banking sector.
• Good understanding of Swiss and European regulatory requirements.
• Knowledge of investment products and financial markets is a plus.
• Excellent analytical skills with a strong focus on risk mitigation.
• Strong communication and presentation skills in English and French (other languages a plus).
• Ability to work with others in a team environment.
• Must be resident in Switzerland or willing to relocate.

Note

We will not accept any CVs via agencies

Diversity & Inclusion

Pictet is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse environment. We respect all individuals and seek their inclusion in the workplace.