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Northern Trust

Hedge Fund Risk Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$80K - $133K/yr

... in continuous operation since 1889. Northern Trust is proud to provide innovative financial ... Conduct risk-focused due diligence on hedge fund managers * Evaluate strategy risk, leverage ...

Cherry Bekaert

Corporate Accountant

Tysons Corner, VA · On-site

Stay current on financial markets and hedge fund operations to bring innovative solutions to the organization. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Minimum of ...

The Ceres Group

ETL SSIS Developer

Boston, MA · On-site

Design, build, and support ETL processes in support of the Hedge Fund Operations group * Build integration solutions leveraging SSIS for batch integration and.NET (C#) / IBM MQ for real-time based ...

Allocate

Fund Operations Associate

New York, NY · On-site

$110K - $125K/yr

Qualifications * 3 - 5 years of experience in fund operations, fund administration, or a related role within alternative asset management, private equity, hedge funds, or a fund administrator.

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As of Jul 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for hedge fund operations in the United States is $19.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Hedge Fund Operations, and why are they important?

To thrive in Hedge Fund Operations, you need a solid understanding of financial markets, investment products, and operational processes, typically supported by a degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. Familiarity with portfolio management systems, trade reconciliation tools, and regulatory reporting platforms such as Advent Geneva or Bloomberg is essential. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication enable you to resolve discrepancies and collaborate across teams. These skills are crucial for ensuring accurate trade processing, compliance, and the smooth functioning of hedge fund activities.

What are the typical daily challenges faced by professionals in Hedge Fund Operations?

Professionals in Hedge Fund Operations often encounter challenges such as ensuring accurate and timely trade settlements, reconciling discrepancies between internal records and external counterparties, and adapting to evolving regulatory requirements. The role requires close collaboration with portfolio managers, traders, and external service providers, often under tight deadlines. Multitasking and problem-solving are crucial, as operational errors can have significant financial and reputational impacts on the fund.

What are Hedge Fund Operations?

Hedge Fund Operations refers to the behind-the-scenes processes that support the trading and investment activities of a hedge fund. This includes trade settlement, reconciliation, risk management, cash management, investor reporting, and regulatory compliance. Professionals in this area ensure that all trades and transactions are accurately processed, records are maintained, and the fund adheres to legal and financial requirements. Efficient operations are critical for minimizing risk, maximizing efficiency, and providing transparency to investors and regulators.
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Hedge Fund Risk Manager

Hedge Fund Risk Manager

Northern Trust

Chicago, IL • On-site

$80K - $133K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Northern Trust rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

About Northern Trust:
Northern Trust, a Fortune 500 company, is a globally recognized, award-winning financial institution that has been in continuous operation since 1889.
Northern Trust is proud to provide innovative financial services and guidance to the world's most successful individuals, families, and institutions by remaining true to our enduring principles of service, expertise, and integrity. With more than 130 years of financial experience and over 22,000 partners, we serve the world's most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Risk Manager to join our investment team and oversee risk across a diversified portfolio of external hedge fund managers. This role focuses on portfolio-level risk aggregation, manager-level due diligence, and forward-looking risk analytics to support investment decision-making.
The ideal candidate will act as a strategic partner to the investment team, providing actionable insights on portfolio construction, diversification, and downside risk management.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Portfolio Risk Oversight
  • Monitor and aggregate risk exposures across underlying hedge funds by strategy, asset class, and geography
  • Assess market, liquidity, concentration, leverage, and tail risks
  • Ensure alignment with risk budgets and investment objectives
Manager Risk Assessment
  • Conduct risk-focused due diligence on hedge fund managers
  • Evaluate strategy risk, leverage, derivatives use, and drawdowns
  • Challenge portfolio construction and hedging assumptions
Risk Analytics & Reporting
  • Maintain VaR, stress testing, and scenario analysis models
  • Build dashboards and deliver risk reporting to senior stakeholders
  • Provide actionable insights to investment decision-makers
Liquidity & Capital Planning
  • Assess liquidity terms including lockups and gates
  • Monitor portfolio liquidity vs investor redemption terms
  • Run stress scenarios for market dislocation events
Portfolio Construction Support
  • Advise on allocation sizing and diversification
  • Identify hidden correlations and portfolio risks
  • Support investment decisions with forward-looking risk views
Ongoing Monitoring & Surveillance
  • Track risk metrics regularly
  • Identify early warning signals such as style drift or anomalies
  • Participate in ongoing manager monitoring
Qualifications
Necessary Experience and Education
  • 3 - 5 years in hedge fund risk management, fund of funds, asset management, risk management or related roles.
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or related field. CFA or FRM preferred.
Necessary Technical Skills
  • Strong understanding of hedge fund strategies
  • Expertise in VaR, stress testing, and risk modeling
  • Prior experience with MSCI RiskMetrics
  • Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or SQL
Necessary Core Competencies
  • Strong analytical and quantitative skills
  • Ability to interpret limited transparency data
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management
  • High attention to detail
Salary Range:
$80,800 - 133,400 USD
Salary range is a good faith estimate of base pay. Northern Trust provides a comprehensive benefits package including retirement benefits (401k and pension), health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, spending accounts and disability), paid time off, parental and caregiver leave, life & accident insurance, and other voluntary and well-being benefits. Northern Trust also provides a discretionary bonus program that may include an equity component.
Working with Us:
As a Northern Trust partner, greater achievements await. You will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture in an organization where financial strength and stability is an asset that emboldens us to explore new ideas.
Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to assisting the communities we serve! Join a workplace with a greater purpose.
We'd love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of the world's most admired and sustainable companies! Build your career with us and apply today. #MadeForGreater
Reasonable accommodation
Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at MyHRHelp@ntrs.com .
We hope you're excited about the role and the opportunity to work with us. We value an inclusive workplace and understand flexibility means different things to different people.
Apply today and talk to us about your flexible working requirements and together we can achieve greater.

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