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BXMA Multi-Strategy Platform - Risk Management Professional, Vice President

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Blackstone Group

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Banking & Finance
  • $180K - $225K
  • New York City
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must have 6+ years of risk management experience in multi-strategy setting, strong understanding of capital markets, excellent quantitative and programming skills, and the ability to lead projects with minimal oversight.
  • You will oversee risk due diligence, develop and implement processes for compliance and risk monitoring, analyze exposures, collaborate with teams, and apply quantitative analytics for investment strategies.

Requirements

  • Blackstone seeks to hire individuals who work well in a team-driven working group, are highly motivated, intelligent, have sound judgment and have demonstrated excellence in prior endeavors. The successful candidate must have:
  • 6+ years of experience in risk management capacity, preferably in multi-strategy setting
  • Solid understanding of capital markets, securities/OTC instruments, financing structures, and typical trading strategies used by hedge funds (preferably across all asset classes such as equities, fixed income, credit, currencies, and commodities)
  • Ability to make existing risk management workflows and processes more efficient, and to implement quality controls
  • Strong quantitative, analytical and programming skills including Python (C++ is a plus) and extensive experience working with macro and asset class specific market data.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills in order to conduct on-site meetings with internal and external portfolio managers, and write and maintain risk analysis documents in a timely fashion.
  • Ability to mentor analysts and associates
  • Ability to lead the planning and execution of ad-hoc projects, with minimal oversight, and deliver process results and/or a clear conclusion

Responsibilities

  • Helping to oversee risk due diligence on various investment portfolios including modeling and data analysis, creation and maintenance of due diligence reports.
  • Developing and implementing processes to ensure compliance with internal, external client and regulatory requirements.
  • Developing and implementing processes to measure and monitor hedging, FX and liquidity risks, and counterparty exposures.
  • Performing ad-hoc analyses around select exposures and potential risks to investment performance and business continuity.
  • Assisting in the design, implementation and application of quantitative analytics to perform risk oversight roles across MSP’s investment strategies.
  • Collaboration across other BXMA groups, including Investment teams, Operations, Treasury and Legal, is critical.

FAQs

What are the key responsibilities of a Risk Management Professional in the BXMA Multi-Strategy Platform?

The key responsibilities include generating performance, attribution, and risk analytics, maintaining compliance with internal, client and regulatory requirements, monitoring hedging, FX and liquidity risks, assessing counterparty exposures, and assisting in investment risk due diligence and monitoring.

What skills are important for a Risk Management Professional in this role?

Important skills for this role include strong analytical and problem-solving skills, knowledge of financial markets, understanding of risk management principles, proficiency in risk analytics tools, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex information effectively.

How does the Risk Management Professional contribute to the overall success of BXMA’s businesses?

The Risk Management Professional plays a critical role in helping to identify and manage potential risks that could impact the performance and stability of BXMA’s businesses. By providing accurate risk analytics, maintaining compliance, and monitoring exposures, they help to safeguard investments and support decision-making processes.

Blackstone Group

Finance
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1985
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Blackstone is a global investment firm that specialises in alternative asset management and financial advisory services. The company engages in various investment activities, including private equity, real estate, credit, and hedge fund solutions. Blackstone's ultimate mission is to generate attractive investment returns for their clients while managing risk prudently. Their purpose is to provide exceptional investment opportunities and value-added services to their investors, aiming to create lasting value and deliver superior performance. Blackstone strives to be a trusted partner for their clients, leveraging their deep industry expertise, global network, and disciplined investment approach to drive long-term success and contribute to the growth and development of the companies and assets they invest in.

Culture & Values

  • Relentlessly pursue excellence

    We strive to be the best at what we do, applying our global talent and scale to generate compelling outcomes for our clients.

  • Never compromise integrity

    We adhere to the highest standards of integrity, maintaining and deepening our clients’ trust.

  • Outperform through innovation

    We approach our work with a builder mindset, creating new opportunities through innovation and entrepreneurialism.

  • Deliver for our customers

    We are meticulous custodians of capital, deploying it when we have conviction that we can deliver lasting value.

  • Work humbly, work together

    We build diverse teams of extraordinary professionals who advocate for the best ideas and celebrate each other’s wins.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance

  • Vision Insurance

  • Performance Bonus

  • Maternity & Paternity Leave

  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

  • Dental Insurance

  • Life Insurance