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In financial terms, Risk refers to the probability that the return on a financial investment will be lower than expected. Numerous factors are used to determine risk, depending on the type of investment.

 
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Job Description

Financial risk is the risk of something negative occurring to a financial investment. It is the probability that an investment will reduce in value, or that the return on investment will be less than expected. Simply put, risk is the element of doubt.

There are a number of different kinds of financial risk, including investment risk, currency risk, market risk, credit risk and systemic risk.

Jobs in risk include:

  • Risk Analyst.
  • Credit Risk Analyst.
  • Market Risk Analyst.
  • Quantitative Risk Analyst.
  • Operational Risk Analyst.
  • Fixed Income Risk Analyst.
  • Risk Manager.
  • Actuary.
  • Compliance Officer.
     

Qualifications

Entry level risk roles usually require undergraduate degrees and a good academic track record. More senior roles require specific industry training and qualifications, depending on the role.

Do you work in risk? Would you like to contribute to our "Day in the Life of..." series? Email us at info@topfinancialjobs.co.uk for more details.

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