Investment Risk Manager - Private Assets

At Franklin Templeton, we believe success is built through powerful partnerships. As a forward thinking asset manager, we build dynamic relationships with clients, understand their goals, and navigate complex markets together. We leverage cutting edge strategies and deep insights to unlock opportunities for long term wealth creation. Our talented, global teams bring expertise that is both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and supportive culture to our globally diverse business, we offer opportunities not only to help you reach your potential, but also to contribute to our clients’ success. Investment Risk Manager – Private Assets HYBRID schedule in our NEW YORK office Position Summary We seek a seasoned Risk Manager who brings new expertise to support the independent oversight of private asset investment strategies, with a primary focus on private credit, direct lending, and CLO/structured credit portfolios. Our ideal candidate combines strong investment risk expertise in private markets with technical proficiency in data analytics and dashboard development. How You Will Add Value You will provide ongoing monitoring and independent oversight of risk exposures across the firm's private asset investment portfolios, with a focus on private debt and CLO strategies. You will conduct portfolio risk assessments across market, credit, liquidity, concentration, and structural risk dimensions. You will develop, maintain, and enhance risk dashboards and analytical tools to support portfolio managers, senior risk managers, and investment committees. You will analyze portfolio-level and position-level risk drivers, identify emerging trends, and communicate key findings to stakeholders. You will monitor developments in private credit and structured credit markets and assess potential impacts on portfolio risk profiles. You will support ad hoc risk analyses, stress testing, scenario analysis, and regulatory or governance reporting requirements. You will contribute to the continuous improvement of risk measurement methodologies, data quality, and reporting processes. What Will Help You Be Successful in This Role Essential Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in quantitative discipline such as Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Operations Research, Computer Science, or a related field. 5–7 years of relevant experience in investment risk management, portfolio analytics, or risk consulting/analytics services. Demonstrated experience working with private credit, direct lending, CLOs, or other structured credit products. Strong understanding of credit risk, portfolio construction, leverage, liquidity, and concentration risk within private asset portfolios. Experience developing and maintaining analytical dashboards and reporting solutions for investment or risk management stakeholders. Proficiency with data and analytics tools, including: Power BI, Tableau, or similar business intelligence platforms SQL Python or a comparable programming language Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to translate complex risk concepts into clear insights. Preferred CFA and/or FRM designation, or meaningful progress toward certification. Experience with private market risk systems, portfolio analytics platforms, or structured credit analytics tools. Intellectual curiosity and a strong interest in financial markets, credit investing, and risk management. Applicants for employment must have work authorization that does not now, or in the future, require sponsorship of a visa for employment in the United States. Franklin Templeton offers employees a competitive and valuable range of total rewards—monetary and non-monetary — designed to support their well-being and recognize their time, talents, and results. Along with base compensation, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, a 401(k) plan with a generous match, and recognition rewards. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a range of competitive healthcare options, insurance, and disability benefits, employee stock investment program, learning resources, career development programs, reimbursement for certain education expenses, paid time off (vacation / holidays / sick / leave / parental & caregiving leave / bereavement / volunteering / floating holidays) and a motivational wellbeing program. We expect the salary range for this position to range between $190,000 – 215,000 depending on location and level of relevant experience, plus discretionary bonus. #MID_SENIOR_LEVEL #LI-Hybrid At Franklin Templeton, we believe your benefits should support your life, your goals, and your future. That’s why we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to help you thrive both personally and professionally. Highlights of our benefits include: - Paid Time Off: Three weeks of PTO in your first year - Health Coverage: Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance to support your well-being - Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with an 85% company match on pre-tax and/or Roth contributions, up to IRS limits - Equity & Investing: Employee Stock Investment Plan (ESIP) with discounted share purchase opportunities - Learning Education Assistance Program (LEAP): To support your ongoing growth and career advancement - Employee Investment Benefits: Opportunity to purchase company funds with no sales charge Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.