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title: 'Risk Manager at Schonfeld'
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# Risk Manager at Schonfeld 

- **Company:** Schonfeld 
- **Location:** New York New York, United States
- **Posted:** 2026-05-12
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-05
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/schonfeld/jobs/7858886

## Job description

## The Role

We are seeking an exceptionally skilled Risk Manager to serve as a key member of our DMFI Credit team based in New York City. We are looking for someone with 5-10 years of experience in risk management, specifically within convertible bonds. A successful candidate will help to oversee risk assessments, develop risk management strategies, and ensure effective risk monitoring and reporting.

## What you’ll do

Key responsibilities will include:

- Risk Assessment: Conduct comprehensive risk assessments for convertible bonds to identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Risk Management: Develop and implement risk management frameworks and strategies to manage and mitigate risks associated with credit products.
- Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor risk exposures and market conditions, providing regular reports and updates to senior management and stakeholders.
- Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including trading and portfolio management, to integrate risk management practices into business operations.
- Data Analysis: Utilize quantitative and qualitative data analysis to support risk management decisions and strategy development.

## What you’ll bring

What you need:

- Experience: 5-10 years of experience in risk management, with a focus on convertible bonds.
- Technical Skills: Strong analytical skills and proficiency in risk management tools and software, with expertise in Python (preferred, not necessary).
- Industry Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of the convertibles market.
- Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field; advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CFA, FRM) is a plus.

## Who we are

Schonfeld is a global multi-manager hedge fund that strives to deliver industry-leading risk-adjusted returns for our investors. We leverage both internal and external portfolio manager teams around the world, seeking to capitalize on inefficiencies and opportunities within the markets. We draw from decades of experience and a significant investment in proprietary technology, infrastructure and risk analytics to invest across four main strategies: Quant, Tactical, Fundamental Equity and Discretionary Macro & Fixed Income.

Our Culture At Schonfeld, we’ll invest in you. Attracting and retaining top talent is at the heart of what we do, because we believe that exceptional outcomes begin with exceptional people. We foster a culture where talent is empowered to continually learn, innovate and pursue ambitious goals. We are teamwork-oriented, collaborative and encourage ideas—at all levels—to be shared. As an organization committed to investing in our people, we provide learning and educational offerings and opportunities to make an impact. We encourage community through internal networks, external partnerships and service initiatives that promote inclusion and purpose beyond the firm’s walls.

The base pay for this role is expected to be between $175,000 and $275,000. The expected base pay range is based on information at the time this post was generated. This role may also be eligible for other forms of compensation such as a performance bonus and a competitive benefits package. Actual compensation for the successful candidate will be determined based on a variety of factors such as skills, qualifications, and experience.

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## About Schonfeld 

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Schonfeld Strategic Advisors is a global multi-strategy, multi-manager hedge fund that invests across quantitative, fundamental equity, tactical trading, and discretionary macro & fixed income strategies.
- **Entity Type**: Private (multi-strategy hedge fund, registered investment advisor since 2016)
- **Headquarters**: New York, New York, United States
- **Founded**: 1988
- **Founders**: Steven Schonfeld

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Financial Services / Investment Management / Hedge Funds
- **Target customers**: Institutional investors (pension funds, endowments, sovereign wealth funds, family offices)
- **Mission or purpose statement**: To deliver industry-leading risk-adjusted returns in all market environments and cycles, while fostering a culture where the brightest minds are empowered to learn, innovate, and lead with purpose.

## Products & Services
- **Multi-Manager Platform**: A structure housing over 140 portfolio manager teams across four core strategies, providing capital, technology, risk management, and operational support.
- **Quantitative Strategies**: Systematic and data-driven trading across global markets.
- **Fundamental Equity**: Long/short equity investing based on deep fundamental research.
- **Tactical Trading**: Discretionary and event-driven trading strategies.
- **Discretionary Macro & Fixed Income**: Global macro and fixed income investing, launched in 2022.
- **Delta One & Emerging Markets**: Launched in 2023 to further diversify the firm's investment footprint.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (private firm)
- **Key Metric**: $22 billion+ in Assets Under Management (AUM) as of July 1, 2026
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Institutional clients including pension funds and endowments. CEO Ryan Tolkin was appointed to the board of DUMAC, which manages Duke University’s endowment, in 2024.
- **Growth Signals**: 
  - Evolved from a US-centric family office to a global firm with offices in New York, London, Hong Kong, Singapore, São Paulo, and Miami.
  - Over 1,100 employees.
  - Over 140 portfolio manager teams.
  - Active job postings increased by +35.7% monthly and +7.5% quarterly (as of recent LinkedIn data).
  - Strategic expansion into Discretionary Macro, Fixed Income, Delta One, and Emerging Markets since 2022.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Deep Quantitative Roots**: Founded in 1988 as a proprietary trading firm with pioneering statistical trading strategies, some of which are still in use today.
- **Entrepreneurial Platform**: The multi-manager model attracts top-tier portfolio managers by providing significant capital, advanced technology, and rigorous risk management, allowing them to operate with autonomy.
- **Global Infrastructure**: A presence across five continents enables the firm to capitalize on inefficiencies and opportunities in markets worldwide.
- **Long-Term Track Record**: Over 35 years of operating history and evolution from a family office to an institutional-scale investment firm.

## Strategic Focus
- **Diversification**: Continuing to expand into new investment strategies (Macro, Fixed Income, Delta One, Emerging Markets) to reduce concentration and capture new alpha sources.
- **Talent Acquisition**: Aggressively hiring experienced professionals and early-career talent across technology, quantitative research, risk, and investment roles to fuel growth.
- **International Expansion**: Deepening its footprint in existing global hubs (São Paulo, Singapore, Hong Kong, London, Miami) and exploring new markets.
- **Technology & Data**: Investing heavily in data engineering, AI, risk technology, and systematic platforms to maintain a competitive edge.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Described as entrepreneurial, collaborative, and intellectually rigorous. The firm emphasizes that the best ideas rise to the top and that talent is its core strategy.
- **Impact**: Employees work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry and are given the platform and support to turn ambitious ideas into lasting results.
- **Career Development**: Offers structured programs for students and early career professionals (internships, mentorship) and significant growth opportunities for experienced hires.
- **Work Model**: Hybrid/Office-based. Offices are located in major financial hubs (New York, London, Hong Kong, Singapore, São Paulo, Miami).
- **Notable Perks**: The firm’s philosophy is "We’ll Invest in You," indicating a strong commitment to employee growth, learning, and providing the resources needed to succeed. Employee-led community groups foster inclusion and purpose.

## Sources
1. [schonfeld.com](https://www.schonfeld.com/)
2. [schonfeld.com/careers](https://www.schonfeld.com/careers/)
3. [schonfeld.com/leadership](https://www.schonfeld.com/our-firm/leadership/)
4. [linkedin.com/company/schonfeld-group](https://www.linkedin.com/company/schonfeld-group)

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