WAM Investment Risk Manager
About The Position
At Franklin Templeton, we’re advancing our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that’s both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we provide opportunities to help you reach your potential while helping our clients reach theirs. Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world! This is a HYBRID position requiring 4 days per week in our Pasadena or NYC office. About the Department Our Investment Risk team safeguards the quality and performance of the firm’s fixed‑income strategies by providing quantitative insights, independent analysis, and forward‑looking risk guidance. The group includes specialists in modeling, portfolio analytics, and financial markets who work collaboratively with investment teams across asset classes. Joining this team gives you the opportunity to influence portfolio construction, strengthen decision‑making, and shape tools that support long‑term investment excellence.
Requirements
- Master’s degree or PhD in Economics, Finance, or a related field
- Three to five years of experience in quantitative analysis or risk management within the financial services industry.
- Expertise in risk‑factor modeling and platforms such as Aladdin, Bloomberg, and Yield Book.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, VBA, SQL, Python, R, or similar analytical tools.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to explain complex concepts to non‑technical audiences.
- Collaborative mindset and comfort working with cross‑functional teams.
Responsibilities
- Design and enhance quantitative risk models for fixed‑income assets.
- Monitor portfolio risk and deliver regular risk reviews.
- Analyze performance drivers, including return and volatility.
- Conduct independent research on risk and return sources.
- Integrate research insights into investment strategies.
- Partner with client service, portfolio management, and external clients on quantitative topics.
- Represent the team in client discussions and industry forums.
Benefits
- Annual discretionary bonus
- 401(k) plan with a generous match
- Recognition rewards
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Range of competitive healthcare options
- Insurance
- Disability benefits
- Employee stock investment program
- Learning resources
- Career development programs
- Reimbursement for certain education expenses
- Paid time off (vacation / holidays / sick / leave / parental & caregiving leave / bereavement / volunteering / floating holidays)
- Motivational wellbeing program
- Three weeks paid time off the first year
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with 85% company match on your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions, up to the IRS limits
- Employee Stock Investment Program
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Purchase of company funds with no sales charge
- Onsite fitness center and recreation center
- Onsite cafeteria
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
