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Equity Investment Risk Analyst

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Vanguard

Vanguard

10,001+ employees

Client-owned investment management firm offering low-cost funds

Fintech
Financial Services

Mid

London, UK

Hybrid working model implemented.

Category
Risk Management
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
Python
R
SQL
MATLAB
Requirements
  • Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
  • Progress towards advanced degree and/or professional certification (CFA, FRM) preferred.
  • Minimum three years related analytical work experience.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Good foundation of investment knowledge with experience in equity and/or multi-asset fund management desirable.
  • Knowledge of FactSet, Bloomberg, BarraOne and Axioma preferred and experience with R, Matlab, SQL, VBA, Python or related programming languages desirable.
  • Ability to handle multiple priorities and complex projects with attention to detail while meeting deadlines.
  • Proven ability to analyze issues quickly and independently and take appropriate action under tight time constraints.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a proven ability to interact and build effective working relationships with peers and senior management.
Responsibilities
  • Demonstrates a deep understanding of Vanguard investment portfolios managed in Europe and conducts in-depth risk analysis of investment portfolios, competitors and index universes, and works collaboratively with the portfolio managers to address potential issues.
  • Thinks critically about a broad range of potential investment risks, gathers relevant data and information systematically, can translate complex data to identify relationships and trends. Manages and produces accurate risk analytics, and contributes insight into key risk considerations during engagement with investment teams.
  • Develops and maintains knowledge of financial markets, quantitative drivers, and general investment themes to bring an informed perspective to the risk management processes.
  • Contributes to global IMFR Objectives and Key Results initiatives such as improving the core global investment risk management frameworks and enhancing regional risk governance processes and workflows.
  • Supports colleagues within the team through teaching technical skills, business acumen, and risk management framework.
  • Presents thorough, clear, and insightful analysis to senior leaders, portfolio managers, and traders in a professional manner.
  • Identifies, leads and participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Vanguard provides financial services with a focus on investment management. The company offers a variety of products, including mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), individual retirement accounts (IRAs), and 401k rollovers, aimed at individual investors, financial advisors, and institutional clients. Vanguard's unique ownership structure means it is owned by its funds, which are in turn owned by the clients, allowing it to prioritize the needs of its investors over external shareholders. This model enables Vanguard to offer low-cost investment options, as it primarily earns revenue through management fees that are generally lower than industry standards. Additionally, Vanguard provides personalized investment advisory services, charging fees based on the assets managed. The company aims to help clients grow their wealth and achieve their financial goals through effective investment strategies, with many of its funds performing competitively over time.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Kline Township, Pennsylvania

Founded

1975

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Vanguard's expansion into active fixed income ETFs and international dividend growth funds demonstrates its commitment to offering diverse and innovative investment options.
  • The company's strong performance history, with many funds outperforming peer averages over a decade, provides a compelling reason for investors to trust Vanguard.
  • Strategic partnerships, such as the collaboration with American Express for financial advice services, enhance Vanguard's value proposition and market reach.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape in financial services is intense, with major players like Schwab and Fidelity posing significant challenges.
  • Vanguard's reliance on low-cost fees may pressure profit margins, especially in volatile market conditions.

What makes Vanguard unique

  • Vanguard's unique client-owned structure ensures that the company operates solely in the best interest of its investors, unlike traditional firms driven by external shareholders.
  • The company's commitment to low-cost investment options, with fees generally lower than industry averages, sets it apart in the competitive financial services market.
  • Vanguard's broad range of investment products, including mutual funds, ETFs, and personalized advisory services, caters to a diverse clientele from individual investors to large institutions.

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Benefits

Best-in-class medical, dental & vision coverage

Onsite health clinic & fitness center

Health Smart Rewards program

Vanguard Retirement Savings Plan

Education Benefits

PTO

Family Planning Benefist

Parental leave

Personal development opportunities

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