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.LocationSwitzerland (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 strategiesCo-design the limit framework with the Head of RiskIndependently validate systematic strategiesOwn daily monitoring and escalation of market, liquidity, and counterparty risk, and produce the daily and monthly risk reportsDevelop AI-assisted risk workflows with clear guardrails and human sign-offBring the risk perspective to new products, strategies and firm-wide projectsWhat 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 welcomeA degree in a quantitative field such as mathematics, engineering, economics or finance. An MSc or PhD preferred, and FRM, CFA, CQF is a plusDeep hands‑on knowledge of VaR, CVaR, stress and scenario analysis, backtesting, including their limitationsA solid grasp of equities, fixed income, FX, commodities/energy, and credit, including their derivativesProduction-quality Python and solid SQL, and experience working in shared codebase with version control and CI/CDExperience designing and implementing risk management frameworksInitiative, the ability to work independently and the drive to automate processes where it adds value and reliabilityA collaborative approach in a small, hands‑on teamFluent in English (written and spoken), German is an advantageWhy 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 offerOwnership & impact: A collaborative, high‑ownership environment and excellent colleaguesGrowth & development: Empowerment and career development that grows with the businessRemote‑friendly culture: Modern office in Baar, Switzerland, with the flexibility to work remotelyCompensation: Competitive compensation, including a performance‑based annual bonusTime off: 25 days of paid leaveCommunity: Regular company eventsBenefits: Progressive social benefits #J-18808-Ljbffr
Senior Quantitative Risk Manager in Baar Arbeitgeber: Swissblock
Swissblock ist ein hervorragender Arbeitgeber, der seinen Mitarbeitern die Möglichkeit bietet, in einem dynamischen und innovativen Umfeld zu arbeiten. Mit einem starken Fokus auf Mitarbeiterentwicklung und einer offenen Unternehmenskultur fördern wir kreatives Denken und Zusammenarbeit, während wir gleichzeitig attraktive Benefits und flexible Arbeitsbedingungen bieten. Unsere Lage in der Schweiz ermöglicht es Ihnen, Teil eines globalen Netzwerks zu sein und an spannenden Projekten in der Finanztechnologie zu arbeiten.
