Investment Risk Analyst

About Abu Dhabi Capital Group

Abu Dhabi Capital Group (ADCG) is a leading private investment firm with a globally diversified portfolio across capital markets, alternative investments, private equity (co-investments, directs, and funds), and real estate (private equity and income-yielding assets) . We combine the strength of a long-term investment horizon with the flexibility and entrepreneurial spirit of a family office.

The Role

We are seeking an Investment Risk Analyst (Associate to Senior Associate level) to join our Risk team, working closely with the Head of Risk. This is a unique opportunity to gain exposure across multi-asset class investments while contributing to the enhancement of ADCG’s risk management framework and oversight processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyse portfolio risks across public markets, private equity, alternatives, and real estate.
• Conduct stress tests, scenario analysis, liquidity reviews, and concentration risk assessments.
• Prepare risk dashboards and reports for the Head of Risk, CIO, and Investment Committee.
• Support the risk review process for new investments, including co-investments and direct deals.
• Contribute to the development of risk policies, frameworks, and governance standards.
• Perform strategic asset allocation analysis , supporting decisions on capital deployment across asset classes in line with ADCG’s investment objectives.
• Conduct HoldCo-level portfolio analysis , assessing aggregate exposures, diversification, and performance attribution across the Group’s global investments.

Candidate Profile

• 3–7 years of experience in investment risk, portfolio risk, or investment analysis , ideally within an asset manager, private equity firm, investment bank, or family office.
• Strong academic background (Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related discipline). CFA/FRM or progress toward these qualifications is advantageous.
• Advanced Excel skills; familiarity with Python, R, SQL
• Apply data science and machine learning techniques to:
• Enhance risk modelling and early warning signals (e.g., anomaly detection, predictive analytics).
• Automate data pipelines and portfolio monitoring tools.
• Extract insights from unstructured data (e.g., news, reports, alternative data).
• Knowledge of Barra, PORT, Aladdin, or other Risk models and risk systems is a must
• Factor risk decomposition and exposure analysis
• Portfolio optimization and scenario modelling
• Performance and risk attribution
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to present complex ideas clearly.
• Self-starter with integrity, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment .