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Risk Manager

Caxton AssociatesBengaluru, Karnataka, India
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

Experience and Qualifications:A degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Computational Finance, or Economics is preferred. Over 10 years of experience in market risk management or portfolio risk, particularly in a macro hedge fund, multi-asset fund, or investment banking environment. Comprehensive knowledge of financial products, especially derivatives. Strong grasp of global macro strategies, including rates, FX, equities, credit, and commodities. Proficiency in SQL is required; Python skills are an advantage. Experience with MSCI Riskmetrics, Axioma Equity Factor Model, or Orchestrade is a plus. Hands-on expertise with trading limits, risk controls, and escalation procedures. Solid understanding of financial mathematics and market risk measurement techniques. Exceptional communication skills, both technical and non-technical. Attention to detail, self-motivated, and a natural problem-solver.

About the job

About Caxton Associates:

Founded in 1983, Caxton Associates is a premier global trading and investment firm, with a presence in major financial hubs including New York, London, Singapore, Monaco, and Dubai. Our core mission is to adeptly manage client and proprietary capital through innovative global macro hedge fund strategies. In line with our expansion efforts, we are excited to announce the establishment of a new office in Bengaluru, India, which will serve as a pivotal support center for our trading, research, and operational initiatives worldwide.

About the Role:

We are on the lookout for a highly skilled individual to become a vital part of our global risk management team. The ideal candidate will possess robust practical risk judgment, demonstrate an active engagement with market dynamics, and enjoy collaborating closely with portfolio managers in real-time to challenge, inform, and refine investment decisions.

Our portfolio management teams employ a diverse array of investment strategies across all asset classes. The risk management function is crucial to our investment process, responsible for developing comprehensive risk management frameworks that assess, manage, and ultimately mitigate risks associated with each strategy and the firm as a whole. The risk management team operates under the direct oversight of the firm's COO/CRO.

Responsibilities:

  • Continuously review and evaluate the evolving risk profile of the firm and individual strategies.
  • Serve as the primary risk liaison for regional portfolio managers during local market hours.
  • Engage actively with portfolio managers on scenario analysis, stress testing, and portfolio construction considerations.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness and skill of individual trading teams.
  • Provide ongoing risk assessments and market insights.
  • Contribute to the enhancement of our risk infrastructure and develop innovative risk management measures in collaboration with global risk teams.
  • Participate in risk committee reporting and broader risk framework development initiatives.

About Caxton Associates

Caxton Associates is a distinguished global investment firm known for its robust trading and investment strategies since 1983. With a strategic footprint across multiple global financial centers, our firm is committed to excellence in managing capital through innovative macro hedge fund strategies, fostering a culture of collaboration and growth.

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