Senior Manager, Financial Risk

IG Group Holdings

Competitive base salary; performance bonus; ltip p...
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Python development skills
Market risk model ownership
Stress testing framework design
IG Group is seeking a Senior Manager in Financial Risk to lead the development and governance of quantitative risk models within a dynamic fintech environment. The role combines hands-on model building with leadership responsibilities, targeting candidates with a strong quantitative background in risk management from hedge funds, proprietary trading firms, or investment banks

Job Summary

  • This player-manager role involves building and owning quantitative market risk models while leading a team of professionals.
  • The successful candidate will drive the migration of risk infrastructure to the cloud and integrate machine learning techniques into risk modeling.
  • IG Group offers a clear career trajectory to Head of Financial Risk within a high-growth FTSE 100 fintech company.

Matching Summary

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IG Group is seeking a Senior Manager in Financial Risk to lead the development and governance of quantitative risk models within a dynamic fintech environment. The role combines hands-on model building with leadership responsibilities, targeting candidates with a strong quantitative background in risk management from hedge funds, proprietary trading firms, or investment banks.

Salary

Competitive base salary; Performance bonus; LTIP participation and comprehensive benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Python development skills
  • Market risk model ownership
  • Stress testing framework design
  • Cloud infrastructure deployment
  • Derivatives pricing expertise
  • Machine learning in risk

Nice-to-have

  • Commercial business partnership
  • Regulatory compliance knowledge
  • Team coaching and mentoring
  • Fast-paced fintech environment
  • Strategic stakeholder engagement

Key Requirements

  • Experience at hedge funds or investment banks
  • Production-quality Python coding ability
  • Degree in quantitative discipline
  • FRM or CFA certification advantageous

Work Rights

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