Temporary Investment Performance Analyst Jobs in Raleigh, NC

Risk Management

Published: Aug 19

ID: 2132890

Fidelity is transitioning to a full-time onsite working model in phases by region and role. See job description for more information.

Onsite

• Durham, NC

• Risk Management

Vice President

Note: Fidelity will not provide immigration sponsorship for this position

The Vice President of Alternative Investments Risk Management is a senior leadership role responsible for expanding, establishing and executing the risk oversight framework for a broad range of Alternative Investment strategies. This role leads a team of risk professionals and partners closely with treasury, product, finance, operations, technology, investment leaders and senior executives to provide independent risk assessments, and analytics across complex instruments and strategies.

The successful candidate will bring deep expertise across liquid and illiquid alternative asset classes, including hedge fund-like strategies, private equity, private credit, venture capital, real assets, structured credit, CLOs, digital assets / cryptocurrencies, and derivative-based investment strategies. This individual will be responsible for driving innovation in risk management through advanced analytics, stress testing, scenario analysis, factor analysis, risk modeling, and the development of next-generation risk monitoring capabilities.

The Expertise You Have

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science or a related quantitative discipline required
• Advanced degree (MBS, MS, PhD) strongly preferred
• CFA, CAIA, FRM, or other relevant professional designations preferred
• 15 plus years of investment risk management, quantitative analytics, or alternative investments experience, including significant experience leading and developing high-performing risk professionals
• Deep expertise across alternative investment strategies including:
  • Liquid Alternatives - Hedge Funds, Arbitrage-based
    • Long / Short equity, relative value, event-driven, multi-strategy, global macro, managed futures / CTA, merger arbitrage, convertible arbitrage, volatility arbitrage, fixed income arbitrage and quantitative investment approaches
  • Private Equity
  • Private Credit and Direct Lending
  • Venture Capital
  • CLOs and Structured Credit
  • Real Estate Investments
  • Digital Assets and Cryptocurrency Investments
  • Derivatives and Overlay Strategies
• Extensive knowledge of market, credit, liquidity, valuation, concentration, arbitrage, underlying collateral performance, structural, and operational risks associated with alternative investments
• Strong understanding of financing structures, OTC derivatives, leverage facilities, asset-backed securities, structured products, and complex legal entity structures
• Advanced knowledge of portfolio risk modeling methodologies including factor models, stress testing, scenario analysis, Monte Carlo simulations, liquidity modeling, and tail-risk assessment
• Experience evaluating private asset valuation methodologies and associated risks
• Strong understanding of quantitative risk frameworks and asset allocation concepts across public and private markets
• Knowledge of fund structures including LP / GP arrangements, interval funds, tender offer funds and evergreen investment vehicles
• Experience building and managing enterprise-scale risk reporting and governance processes
• Demonstrated expertise in risk analytics platforms including:
  • MSCI RiskManager
  • MSCI BarraOne
  • Bloomberg
  • RiskMetrics
  • IHSMarkit – S&P Global
  • Intex Solutions
  • Aladdin
  • Other enterprise risk and performance systems
• Advanced technical and analytical skills with experience leveraging:
  • SQL
  • Python
  • Data analytics and visualization tools
  • Large and complex financial datasets
  • Business intelligence and dashboarding platforms
• Proven ability to communicate complex risk concepts to executive leadership, investment committees, portfolio managers and boards

The Skills You Bring

• Exceptional leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to mentor, develop, and retain diverse, high-performing teams
• Ability to establish strategic vision for Alternative Investment Risk Management and drive execution across multiple business functions
• Deep intellectual curiosity and strong understanding of emerging risks across traditional and alternative markets
• Strong quantitative mindset with the ability to translate complex analytics into practical insights
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to effectively challenge assumptions while maintaining strong business partnerships
• Strong project management and organizational capabilitiesProven ability to work independently and influence outcomes across multiple stakeholder groups
• Collaborative leadership style with the ability to build relationships across risk, investment, technology, finance, treasury and other risk teams
• Passion for innovation and continuous improvement in risk methodologies, data management, and analytical capabilities

The Value You Deliver

• Lead the Alternative Investments Risk Management function and provide independent oversight across a broad spectrum of strategies
• Enhance, develop and maintain comprehensive risk frameworks that address market, credit, liquidity, valuation, and emerging risks
• Develop a quality control framework to ensure data, risk analytics, calculations, are appropriate and working as intended
• Evaluate risks associated with complex hedge funds and arbitrage-driven investment strategies, including leverage, financing, liquidity, basis, spread, and counterparty exposures
• Evaluate portfolio concentrations, leverage, liquidity, factor sensitivities, and tail-risk exposures
• Perform deep-dive risk reviews of complex instruments and investment strategies
• Lead the design and implementation of advanced risk analytics and next-generation risk methodologies
• Enhance sophisticated stress testing and scenario analysis frameworks
• Drive innovation using large and complex datasets to identify emerging trends and hidden portfolio risks
• Partner with data science, analytics and technology teams to enhance risk infrastructure and analytical capabilities
• Champion the use of quantitative techniques, machine learning, and advanced statistical modeling approaches where appropriate
• Lead a high-performing team of risk professionals focused on alternative investments
• Promote a culture of innovation, accountability, continuous learning and excellence
• Partner with multiple stakeholders and teams
• Support strategic initiatives, product development, and new business opportunities through independent risk evaluation

Fidelity’s Onsite Working Model
Fidelity is transitioning to a full-time onsite working model through a phased rollout across regions and roles. Currently, some roles and locations require 100% onsite presence, while others require less. Onsite expectations are likely to evolve as the rollout continues. This transition does not apply to fully remote roles.

Risk

Please be advised that Fidelity’s business is governed by the provisions of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, ERISA, numerous state laws governing securities, investment and retirement-related financial activities and the rules and regulations of numerous self-regulatory organizations, including FINRA, among others. Those laws and regulations may restrict Fidelity from hiring and/or associating with individuals with certain Criminal Histories.

From our fully paid parent leave to our on-site health and wellness centers, our benefits support the belief that more balance you have, the better you can achieve your goals.

Company overview

At Fidelity, we are passionate about making our financial expertise broadly accessible and effective in helping people live the lives they want. We are a privately held company that places a high degree of value in creating and nurturing a work environment that attracts the best talent and reflects our commitment to our associates. We are proud of our diverse and inclusive workplace where we respect and value our associates for their unique perspectives and experience.

Reasonable accommodations

Fidelity will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate a request for an accommodation contact the HR Accommodation Team by sending an email to accommodations@fmr.com, or by calling 800-835-5099, prompt 2, option 3.

Equal opportunity employer

Fidelity Investments is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that the most effective way to attract, develop, and retain a diverse workforce is to build an enduring culture of inclusion and belonging.

Applicant screening

At Fidelity, we value honesty, integrity, and the safety of our associates and customers within a heavily regulated industry. Certain roles may require candidates to go through a preliminary credit check during the screening process. Candidates who are presented with a Fidelity offer will need to go through a background investigation and may be asked to provide additional documentation as requested. This investigation includes but is not limited to a criminal, civil litigations and regulatory review, employment, education, and credit review (role dependent). These investigations will account for 7 years or more of history, depending on the role. Where permitted by federal or state law, Fidelity will also conduct a pre-employment drug screen, which will review for the following substances: Amphetamines, THC (marijuana), cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine.

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