Senior Associate, Investment Risk Analyst

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Title: Senior Associate, Investment Risk Analyst

Business Unit: Enterprise Risk Management

Location: Charlotte, NC

Barings is a leading global financial services firm dedicated to meeting the evolving investment and capital needs of our clients and customers. Through active asset management and direct origination, we provide innovative solutions and access to differentiated opportunities across public and private capital markets. A subsidiary of MassMutual, Barings maintains a strong global presence with business and investment professionals located across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Second Line Investment Risk Management Analyst to join our team at Barings. This role is pivotal in supporting the company’s investment risk management framework, ensuring effective identification, assessment, monitoring, and mitigation of investment risks across our $400 + Billion of AUM encompassing publicly traded and alternative assets. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of enterprise risk management (ERM) principles specifically related to investment risk management, financial markets, and asset management operations as well as possess the required technical skills to compile and analyze data around these areas.

Primary Responsibilities

The responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:

Risk Framework and Governance

• Support the design, implementation, and enhancement of the firm’s Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework within the context of investment risk management
• Assist in partnership with first line functions in developing investment risk policies, procedures, and reporting mechanisms.
• Partner with first-line business units to ensure consistent application of investment risk management practices in collaboration with senior members of the investment risk management team

Risk Identification and Assessment

• Assist in conducting risk assessments and thematic reviews across investment teams, to identify key risks for discussion with senior leadership and relevant risk committees.
• Analyze emerging risks, market trends, and industry developments that could impact client’s portfolios

Risk Monitoring and Reporting

• Assist in development and maintenance of investment risk dashboards and metrics (Key Risk Indicators, Key Performance Indicators) for use by the investment risk team, senior management, committees, etc.
• Monitor adherence to the firm’s risk appetite and escalate deviations appropriately.
• Prepare regular and ad-hoc investment risk reports for stakeholders, ensuring accuracy and clarity.

Collaboration and Advisory

• Act as a second line of defense, providing independent oversight and challenge to first-line risk-taking activities.
• Collaborate with internal audit, compliance, and other stakeholders to ensure a cohesive risk management approach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, business, risk management, or a related field. Advanced degree (MBA, CFA, CAIA, FRM, or similar certification) preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in enterprise risk management in an asset management or financial services environment.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to present complex information to non-technical audiences.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of enterprise investment risk management frameworks.
• Familiarity with financial markets, asset classes including both public and private/alternative assets, and related investment strategies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Proficient in risk management tools, data analysis software, and visualization platforms (e.g., Excel, Power BI, etc.).
• Experience with risk aggregation and modeling systems (e.g., Aladdin, MSCI Risk Metrics, etc.)
• Demonstrates integrity, objectivity, and professionalism.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.

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Barings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; Minority/Female/Age/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply.

Barings offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

CORE BENEFITS & WELLNESS

• Medical (including Virtual Care), Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Fitness Center Reimbursement Program (Including Online Memberships)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Benefits

FINANCIAL WELL-BEING

• Highly competitive 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care & Dependent Care
• Retirement Health Reimbursement Account

LIFE INSURANCE

• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Spouse and Child Life Insurance

TIME OFF, DISABILITY AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE

• Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Annual Holidays
• Paid Leave of Absences (Maternity Leave, Parental Leave, Caregiver Leave, Bereavement Time)
• Short and Long Term Disability Plans
• Paid Volunteer Time

 OTHER BENEFITS

• Education Assistance Program
• Charitable Matching Gifts Program
• Commuter Reimbursement Program
• Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement Program