Risk Analyst - Global Fixed Income

American Century Investments • Santa Clara, CA

1d • $135,000 - $150,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Risk Analyst in Global Fixed Income you will support the identification, measurement, monitoring, and reporting of risks across fixed income portfolios. Working closely with portfolio managers, analysts, and senior members of the risk team, you will help evaluate portfolio exposures, conduct risk analysis, and contribute to ongoing risk oversight activities. This role requires a strong analytical mindset, an interest in fixed income markets, and the ability to communicate risk findings effectively.

This role reports to Head of Fixed Income Risk Management.

This hybrid position will be based out of our Santa Clara, CA office.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship, now or in the future.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Risk Management, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in investment risk management, portfolio analytics, fixed income research, or a related financial services role.
• Understanding of fixed income markets, instruments, and risk concepts.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including proficiency with Excel and risk analytics platforms.
• Experience working with large datasets and performing quantitative analysis.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present findings clearly.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrates the American Century Investments Winning Behaviors: Client Focused, Courageous and Accountable, Collaborative, Curious and Adaptable, Competitively Driven.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with risk systems such as Aladdin, Bloomberg PORT, FactSet, Yield Book, or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of performance attribution, portfolio analytics, and fixed income risk metrics.
• Experience with programming or data analysis tools such as Python, SQL, or VBA is highly preferred.
• Progress toward or interest in pursuing a CFA, FRM, or similar professional designation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the monitoring of fixed income portfolios to ensure compliance with established risk limits and guidelines.
• Analyze portfolio exposures related to credit risk, interest rate risk, liquidity risk, market risk, and other key risk factors.
• Assist in identifying emerging risks and escalating findings to senior risk management professionals as appropriate.
• Conduct routine and ad hoc risk analyses to assess portfolio risk characteristics and trends.
• Perform quantitative analysis and stress testing to evaluate the potential impact of various market scenarios on fixed income portfolios.
• Assist in the development and enhancement of portfolio risk metrics and analytical tools.
• Support research efforts related to risk measurement methodologies and market developments.
• Prepare regular risk reports and dashboards for portfolio managers, investment teams, and senior management.
• Assist in the production and review of performance attribution and risk reporting.
• Monitor data quality and ensure the accuracy and timeliness of risk analytics and reporting deliverables.
• Work with internal client and investment reporting teams to satisfy data requests.
• Partner with portfolio managers, analysts, and traders to provide risk insights supporting investment decision-making.
• Contribute to portfolio reviews by identifying key risk exposures and discussing potential implications.
• Support model portfolio analytics and risk assessments for prospective and existing clients.
• Assist with maintaining risk management policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Support enhancements to risk management frameworks, methodologies, and reporting processes.
• Participate in projects aimed at improving risk systems, tools, and operational efficiencies.
• Help ensure adherence to internal risk policies and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Monitor regulatory developments affecting fixed income investments and assist in evaluating their potential impact on risk management practices.
• Support internal and external audits, compliance reviews, and regulatory reporting initiatives as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with bonus plan
• Generous PTO and competitive benefits
• 401k with 5% company match plus annual performance-based discretionary contribution
• Tuition reimbursement, formal mentorship program, live and online learning

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level