Investment Risk Manager

Franklin Templeton

Investment Risk Manager designing quantitative models for Franklin Templeton’s fixed-income investment strategies. Monitoring portfolio risk, analyzing performance, and guiding client and investment-team decisions.

Posted 8/16/2026full-timePasadena • California, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $175,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in quantitative risk modeling and analysis for fixed-income assets, integrating research insights into investment strategies while effectively communicating complex concepts to diverse audiences.

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Quantitative AnalysisRisk ManagementRisk-Factor ModelingMicrosoft ExcelPython

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Hard Skills

Quantitative AnalysisRisk ManagementRisk-Factor ModelingVBASQLRPerformance AnalysisPortfolio Risk MonitoringIndependent ResearchInvestment Strategy Integration

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsCollaborative MindsetAbility to Explain Complex Concepts

Tools & Technologies

AladdinBloombergYield Book

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesFixed-Income AssetsRisk ReviewsReturn and Volatility AnalysisClient Service

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQLVBA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
Experience with 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

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual discretionary bonus
401(k) plan with a generous match
Recognition rewards
Competitive healthcare options
Insurance and disability benefits
Employee stock investment program
Learning resources
Career development programs
Reimbursement for certain education expenses
Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, sick leave, parental and caregiving leave, bereavement, volunteering, and floating holidays
Motivational wellbeing program
Three weeks of PTO in the first year
Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) plan with an 85% company match on pre-tax and/or Roth contributions, up to IRS limits
Employee Stock Investment Plan (ESIP) with discounted share purchase opportunities
Learning Education Assistance Program (LEAP)
Opportunity to purchase company funds with no sales charge