Senior Risk Manager – Private Markets

Partners Group

Senior Risk Manager at Partners Group shaping the portfolio risk management in private markets. Developing quantitative models and leading risk projects within a global financial institution.

Posted 6/3/2026full-timeZug • 🇨🇭 SwitzerlandSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Development of proprietary private markets quantitative models and systems to evaluate risks (python based)
Perform regular and ad-hoc analysis of private markets data (python, SQL and Excel)
Contribute to risk frameworks and methodologies, including continuous improvement aligned with best practices and with macroeconomic environment
Lead risk projects, mentor junior staff, and foster a risk-aware culture
Preparation of submissions and presentations for firm-wide management and committees
Communicate to internal committees, management and board of directors

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree in Quantitative Finance, Engineering, Mathematics or a related field
6+ years of professional experience in risk management, including exposure to private markets
Demonstrated ability to explain risk concepts in a practical, business-oriented way
Proven ability to generate original ideas and develop new models or processes
Deep interest in quantitative analysis and strong affinity for working with numbers
Curiosity about international financial markets and industry mechanisms
Collaborative working style with demonstrated ability to influence across teams and levels, including senior stakeholders
Prior experience in computer programming (Python / SQL) and Excel is considered an advantage
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation with performance-based bonuses and daily lunch allowance
Global professional environment with international exposure, collaborative culture, and opportunities to learn
Comprehensive career development through challenging opportunities, hands-on training, dedicated mentorship programs, and our PG Academy
Sabbatical program - one month off after every five years of service to recharge and explore
Premium facilities including state-of-the-art building, diverse on-site dining options, and complimentary gym access with fitness classes
Community engagement through office events, team activities, and volunteer opportunities to connect with local communities

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Hard Skills & Tools

PythonSQLExcelquantitative analysisrisk managementmodel developmentdata analysisrisk frameworksmacroeconomic analysisprivate markets

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringcommunicationcollaborationinfluencecuriosityproblem-solvingbusiness-oriented explanationteamworkcreativity

Certifications

advanced degree in Quantitative Financeadvanced degree in Engineeringadvanced degree in Mathematics