Deadline:
As soon as possible
Location(s)
United States of America
New York
Overview
Details
Lazard is one of the world’s leading financial advisory and asset management firms. Our people make the difference. With just over 3,000 employees, our tight-knit community allows for professionals eager to learn (and willing to teach) to connect and grow together. We believe that diversity, equity, inclusion, and allyship are not just business imperatives — they are central pillars of our employee experience. Our entrepreneurial culture and flat structure allow creative ideas and original concepts to drive our business forward — and for careers to take flight.
Many of the world’s leading investors — from individuals to institutions across the globe — have entrusted their money with Lazard Asset Management (“LAM”). We pride ourselves in uncovering the best investment opportunities for our clients. The purpose of our asset management business is to help our clients invest for the future — whether it’s for retirement, to grow and preserve inter-generational wealth, or to benefit organizations that make our world smarter, healthier, and more sustainable.
Our Global Risk team is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Risk Management Intern with a strong interest in programming to join our team. This individual will play a vital role in supporting our risk management efforts by assisting in the development, implementation, and maintenance of risk management tools and processes. The ideal candidate will have a passion for problem-solving and a keen interest in learning about risk management in a dynamic business environment.
We’ll trust you to:
- Assist with the firm's risk management function, which covers equity, fixed income and alternative investments.
- Assist in performing portfolio analytics (for both portfolio management and marketing needs), help in generating reports used in risk management and portfolio construction.
- Be able to liaise with IT developers to implement the building of risk-management processes
- Conduct research on industry best practices and emerging trends in risk management, with a focus on technological advancements.
- Analyze data and prepare reports on risk exposure, mitigation strategies, and risk management performance.
- Support the continuous improvement of risk management processes through the identification of gaps and the development of appropriate solutions.
- Will involve significant usage of Excel, PowerPoint, Python and SQL
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
You’ll need to have:
- An expected graduation date of 2024 or 2025
- Degree-level education in a technical subject such as Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics etc.
- Strong programming skills, with proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, SQL, VBA).
- Interest in Finance, especially asset management space.
- Comprehensive understanding of Excel (VLOOKUP, SUMIF etc) and be at ease manipulating data
- Aptitude for diagnosing problems and creating solutions.
- Excellent communication skills: ability to present technical information in a non-technical manner.
Dates
Deadline: As soon as possible
Cost/funding for participants
Compensation: Pro-rated base annual salary of $90,000
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