Risk Control Officer at Acadian Asset Management

Schiphol, Noord-Holland, Netherlands

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Asset Management, Financial Services, Investment ManagementIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field such as Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, Accounting, or a related discipline
  • Possible professional certification: Preferred certifications may include Certified Risk Manager (CRM), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or other relevant certifications in risk management and internal controls
  • Roughly 3-5 years of experience in risk management, internal controls, audit, or a related field within the financial services industry, asset management or investment management
  • Ability to assist in the development and maintenance of holistic and integrated risk and internal control frameworks
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with key business stakeholders
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze complex data and identify key risk and control issues
  • Effective project management skills to oversee the embedding of controls within Business Process Descriptions (BPDs) and champion first-line risk ownership

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the development and maintenance of the holistic and integrated risk and internal control framework
  • Assist in the delivery of the annual control assurance plan
  • Assist in the development and execution of global RCSA plan
  • Oversee embedding of controls within BPDs and champion first line risk ownership
  • Manage relationships with external auditors for internal control assurance reports
  • Provide input into global and local risk reporting with respect to RCSAs and controls testing

Skills

RCSA
Risk Control Framework
Control Assurance Plan
Internal Controls
Risk Management
Audit
Risk Reporting
External Auditor Management
Stakeholder Management

Acadian Asset Management

Global investment management using quantitative strategies

About Acadian Asset Management

Acadian Asset Management specializes in quantitative investment strategies, using mathematical models and data analysis to guide their investment decisions. They primarily serve institutional clients, such as pension funds and foundations, and focus on equities and other asset classes in both developed and emerging markets. Their systematic approach employs computer algorithms to analyze large amounts of financial data, helping to identify investment opportunities and manage risks effectively. This method aims to achieve higher returns compared to traditional investment strategies. Acadian generates revenue through management fees based on assets under management and performance fees linked to investment success. Additionally, they prioritize corporate social responsibility, engaging in community initiatives and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within their organization. Their goal is to deliver superior investment performance while positively impacting the community.

Boston, MassachusettsHeadquarters
1986Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Quantitative Finance, Financial ServicesIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Hybrid Work Options
Professional Development Budget

Risks

Competition from firms like Two Sigma could erode Acadian's market share.
Passive investing trends threaten Acadian's active management model.
Regulatory scrutiny on algorithmic trading may impact Acadian's operations.

Differentiation

Acadian uses sophisticated analytical models for active stock selection.
Their proprietary database covers over 40,500 securities in 100+ markets.
Acadian offers customized investment management solutions for institutional clients.

Upsides

Increased interest in ESG investing aligns with Acadian's sustainability commitment.
AI-driven strategies enhance Acadian's quantitative model capabilities.
Growing demand for customized solutions benefits Acadian's tailored services.

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