About us
- AGS provides independent governance solutions to the financial sector including compliance support, focusing primarily on investment funds and investment fund managers, both in the traditional and alternative sectors.
- In the context of the development of its business, AGS is recruiting a Junior Risk Officer to assist AGS’ Risk Manager and its clients.
Job description
- Support key stakeholders in the risk management process covering both tradable and non-tradable assets (including private equity, real estate, fund of funds, etc.);
- Assist and participate in risk identification, measurement, monitoring and reporting (for market, liquidity, operational, valuation, credit and counterparty risks, notably)
- Contribute to risk management activities across the business and collaborate closely with internal control functions and other stakeholders;
- Support senior colleagues in transaction assessments and liaise with relevant parties (e.g., Board members, investment advisors, investment managers, consultants);
- Participate in projects aimed at implementing/enhancing risk measurement tools and risk modelling frameworks;
- Collaborating/assisting in various projects focused on Risk modelling (qualitative and quantitative approaches), regulatory developments (e.g., CSSF Circulars, AIFMD, ESMA guidelines) and counterparty due diligence processes;
- Monitor regulatory developments and support the adaptation of internal policies and procedures accordingly;
- Assess investment compliance and ensure adherence to defined risk profiles
- Liaise with internal and/or external parties on risk management matters;
- Undertaking ad hoc research on risk management practices and/or on specific economic topics;
- Prepare Risk Management input for reports submitted to the regulatory authorities
- To be part of an international, highly motivated and results driven team;
- To work in a collaborative working environment in a human-sized company;
- To enjoy taking on responsibilities at an early stage;
- To benefit from training opportunities.
Position and reporting in the organization:
You will be placed under the direct supervision of the Risk Manager of the Company.
The position is available immediately. If you are interested in this position and meet the job requirements, please apply by email to Human Resources Department: hr@atoz-governanceservices.lu
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by our HR team.
AGS is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to diversity in the workspace.
AGS conducts background checks on individuals offered employment with the company and employment with AGS is conditional upon individuals successfully completing these checks.
In compliance with the Law of 23 July 2016, the selected candidate will be requested to provide a criminal record.
Experience & qualifications
- Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Mathematics, or Economics;
- 1–2 years of experience in risk management, preferably within a Big Four firm, Professional of the Financial Sector (PFS), investment fund manager, or investment fund;
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills;
- Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Ability to work independently, take ownership, and demonstrate initiative;
- Strong interest in asset management and quantitative finance;
- Fluency in English; proficiency in French or any other language is considered an asset;
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel;
- Ability to create and manage databases (Excel, Access);
- Coding skills (e.g., VBA, Python, SQL) are considered an asset;
- Good knowledge and practical experience with risk management systems;
- Strong team spirit, flexibility, and availability;
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
