This role will sit in the Advisory team at Validus, and will be responsible for:Working with clients to design and implement hedging strategies across various markets and asset classes (FX, rates, commodities, equities).Provide support to the Engagement Manager.Assist in analytical testing of solutions.Assist associates in analyzing client information and preparing periodic performance reports.Developing relationships with a small number of high-value clients receiving the Validus retainer service, including:Strategic consultancy services.Innovative project work.Proactive client service.Presentation of technology platform.Identifying up-sell and cross-sell opportunities with existing clients and assisting in the business development process.Keep up to date with academic, technical and industry developments.Adhere to Financial Conduct Authority Rules and Regulations.Adhere to all internal policies and procedures.RequirementsQualifications and Education Requirements1–3 years' professional experience, preferably within management consulting, capital markets, investment banking, or Private Equity / Hedge Funds.Relevant undergraduate degree.SKILLSExcellent written and verbal presentation skills with an extremely high attention to detail and client-centric approachUnderstanding of risk management in financial marketsAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, exposure to BloombergTime management/ability to perform under pressure with tight deadlines.Strong numerical and analytical skills.BenefitsValidus assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees. The base salary for this position is expected to be between $70,000 and $85,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base salary if hired will be determined on an individualised basis, including as to experience and market location, and is only part of the Validus total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include, generous bonus, and Company-sponsored benefit programs.Performance bonus linked to agreed success criteria - paid semi annually 20 days’ holiday (increasing to 25 with tenure) plus bank holidaysPrivate health insurance (including dental, optical and mental health)Travel insuranceLearning & development allowance and support for professional qualificationsNo AI is used to screen, assess or select applicants
This role will sit in the Advisory team at Validus, and will be responsible for:
- Working with clients to design and implement hedging strategies across various markets and asset classes (FX, rates, commodities, equities).
- Provide support to the Engagement Manager.
- Assist in analytical testing of solutions.
- Assist associates in analyzing client information and preparing periodic performance reports.
- Developing relationships with a small number of high-value clients receiving the Validus retainer service, including:
- Strategic consultancy services.
- Innovative project work.
- Proactive client service.
- Presentation of technology platform.
- Identifying up-sell and cross-sell opportunities with existing clients and assisting in the business development process.
- Keep up to date with academic, technical and industry developments.
- Adhere to Financial Conduct Authority Rules and Regulations.
- Adhere to all internal policies and procedures.
Requirements
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- 1–3 years' professional experience, preferably within management consulting, capital markets, investment banking, or Private Equity / Hedge Funds.
- Relevant undergraduate degree.
SKILLS
- Excellent written and verbal presentation skills with an extremely high attention to detail and client-centric approach
- Understanding of risk management in financial markets
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, exposure to Bloomberg
- Time management/ability to perform under pressure with tight deadlines.
- Strong numerical and analytical skills.
Benefits
- Validus assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees. The base salary for this position is expected to be between $70,000 and $85,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base salary if hired will be determined on an individualised basis, including as to experience and market location, and is only part of the Validus total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include, generous bonus, and Company-sponsored benefit programs.
- Performance bonus linked to agreed success criteria - paid semi annually
- 20 days’ holiday (increasing to 25 with tenure) plus bank holidays
- Private health insurance (including dental, optical and mental health)
- Travel insurance
- Learning & development allowance and support for professional qualifications
- No AI is used to screen, assess or select applicants
Founded in 2010, Validus Risk Management is an independent technology-enabled financial services firm specializing in managing market risks such as FX, interest rates and commodities. With industry-leading analytical tools, market expertise and proprietary technology, Validus manages over US$400 billion in risk exposure for some of the largest institutional investors, fund managers and corporations across the globe.
Founded in 2010, Validus Risk Management is an independent technology-enabled financial services firm specializing in managing market risks such as FX, interest rates and commodities. With industry-leading analytical tools, market expertise and proprietary technology, Validus manages over US$400 billion in risk exposure for some of the largest institutional investors, fund managers and corporations across the globe.
