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full-timeSenior Quantitative Risk Manager
Swissblock · Baar ZG
Who we are: Swissblock is a private investment firm dedicated to cross-asset investing. We employ a systematic framework that integrates robust algorithmic trading with exhaustive market analysis. We manage a diverse range of multi-strategy portfolios across all major asset classes through dedicated teams, including purely systematic groups. The Role: We’re building the risk infrastructure for our traditional-financing trading groups from the ground up, and we’re looking for a Senior Quantitative Risk Manager to help shape it. You’ll report to the Head of Risk, work closely with portfolio managers and engineers. Location Switzerland (role can be based anywhere in Switzerland). Our office is based in Baar, Zug. Hyrbid with the option to work from home up to four days a week. What you’ll be doing: Build the risk engine: VaR/CVaR, stress testing, and scenario analysis across all strategies Co-design the limit framework with the Head of Risk Independently validate systematic strategies Own daily monitoring and escalation of market, liquidity, and counterparty risk, and produce the daily and monthly risk reports Develop AI-assisted risk workflows with clear guardrails and human sign-off Bring the risk perspective to new products, strategies and firm-wide projects What you’ll bring: 5+ years in quantitative or investment risk at a hedge fund, proprietary trading firm, or multi-strategy platform; Bank market-risk experience covering trading books is also welcome A degree in a quantitative field such as mathematics, engineering, economics or finance. An MSc or PhD preferred, and FRM, CFA, CQF is a plus Deep hands-on knowledge of VaR, CVaR, stress and scenario analysis, backtesting, including their limitations A solid grasp of equities, fixed income, FX, commodities/energy, and credit, including their derivatives Production-quality Python and solid SQL, and experience working in shared codebase with version control and CI/CD Experience designing and implementing risk management frameworks Initiative, the ability to work independently and the drive to automate processes where it adds value and reliability A collaborative approach in a small, hands-on team Fluent in English (written and spoken), German is an advantage Why Swissblock? At Swissblock, we provide a dynamic and diverse environment with flat hierarchies and excellent colleagues. As a profitable company, our culture is built on responsibility and performance, with empowerment as a core value. This is reflected in career opportunities that grow alongside the company. What we offer Ownership & impact: A collaborative, high-ownership environment and excellent colleagues Growth & development: Empowerment and career development that grows with the business Remote-friendly culture: Modern office in Baar, Switzerland, with the flexibility to work remotely Compensation: Competitive compensation, including a performance-based annual bonus Time off: 25 days of paid leave Community: Regular company events Benefits: Progressive social benefits Find more English Speaking Jobs in Switzerland on Arbeitnow
| Role | Senior Quantitative Risk Manager |
|---|---|
| Company | Swissblock |
| Location | Baar ZG |
| Type | full-time |
| Compensation | Not disclosed |
| Deadline | Rolling |
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- 3AssessmentA technical test, assignment, or coding round, depending on the role.
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- 5OfferOffer letter with compensation and start date.
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