Risk Automation Lead

Job description

We are looking for a Risk Automation Lead with a strong quantitative and technical background to drive the automation and implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) within the AHL Risk and Portfolio Risk teams. The role focuses on building tools and automating workflows to make risk processes faster, more scalable, and more insightful—leveraging AHL’s existing AI capabilities.

Tasks

- Identifying and automating manual processes within the AHL Risk and Portfolio Risk teams, with a focus on leveraging AI to improve efficiency - Building and leading cross-functional technical teams and operating infrastructure in Python - Contributing to the development of the Group’s risk framework, including internal risk models and code - Promoting a strong risk awareness and best-practice approaches in front-office and support functions

Requirements

- Extensive experience in financial markets or quantitative roles - Knowledge of financial markets across all major asset classes - Familiarity with AI-powered development tools and experience integrating large language models (LLMs) into workflows - Strong technical and analytical skills - Advanced Python or similar programming skills - Very strong academic background in a mathematically demanding field

We offer

- A work environment that promotes equal opportunity - Opportunities to make a difference through our charitable and global initiatives - Career advancement through professional development and flexible work arrangements - A comprehensive benefits package that includes, among other things, free insurance, group health insurance, enhanced pensions, and extended leave - Depending on your location, you may also enjoy additional benefits such as private health insurance, discounted gym memberships, and more.