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Senior Investment Risk Manager – Fixed Income | Leading Buy-Side Firm | Central LondonAre you an experienced investment risk professional ready to take on a more dynamic, business-focused role?We are working with a highly regarded buy-side investment firm based in Central London that is looking to hire a Senior Investment Risk Manager to join their high-performing team.This is a rare opportunity to step into a role that sits within the business itself, rather than a siloed or independent risk function — giving you direct exposure to decision-making and strategy.In this role, you’ll be embedded with the Portfolio Management team, acting as a strategic partner rather than just a control function. Your primary focus will be on Fixed Income strategies, covering a diverse and complex range of instruments. You’ll play a pivotal role in identifying, assessing, and communicating investment risk – with a clear mandate to add value rather than simply monitor risk.This position is ideal for a risk professional who understands markets, speaks the same language as PMs, and is confident working in a high-accountability, front-office-facing environment. You’ll be expected to bring critical thinking, insight, and a proactive approach to managing risk – helping the business make informed decisions rather than limiting them.Key responsibilities include:Working closely with Portfolio Managers to assess and explain risk across fixed income portfoliosProviding meaningful, forward-looking risk analysis that influences investment decisionsMonitoring key risk exposures and performance driversBuilding and enhancing tools, models, and frameworks for effective risk oversightParticipating in investment committees and helping shape portfolio construction discussionsIdeal candidate profile:Strong experience in investment risk within a buy-side or asset management environmentDeep understanding of Fixed Income instruments, portfolio construction, and market risk dynamicsStrong analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex risks in a clear and commercial wayComfortable working in a collaborative, fast-paced investment environmentThis is more than a typical risk role – it’s a chance to make your mark in a business where risk is seen as a core part of the investment process, not an afterthought.