Trainee – Risk Management & Valuation
Altum Management Company (Luxembourg) S.A. is authorised by the CSSF to act as third-party UCITS Management Company & Alternative Investment Fund Manager (AIFM). The management company’s ultimate parent company is Altum Group which is an international provider of Fund, Corporate, and Family Office solutions.
Role summary
This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience within a leading and dynamic asset management company. As part of our Risk Management & Valuation team, you will be supported by experienced professionals and exposed to a broad range of activities across the risk and valuation functions.
It is an excellent opportunity for motivated students or graduates to discover whether a career in Financial Services and Asset Management aligns with their ambitions. This is a full‑time position based in Luxembourg and requires availability for 6 months to 9 months.
The primary purpose of the Risk Management & Valuation Team is:
- To monitor any risk that the “super” management company or the Fund may face.
- To ensure all funds under management follow their required valuation obligations.
Key responsibilities
- The main responsibilities of the trainee will encompass investment compliance, investment risk and valuation functions.
- Support the Risk Management department with daily risk analytics oversight for Luxembourg managed funds
- Perform risk assessment analysis across several asset classes, strategies for the entire fund range
- Support the Risk Management department in global and local projects through organisational tasks, operations, data analysis, and documentation
- Review risk results and risk profiles with local Senior Risk Managers and Head of Risk
- Contribute to the design and production of risk reports across UCITS and alternative strategies (private equity, real estate, hedge funds).
- Develop a strong understanding of the regulatory framework applicable to asset management.
- Build knowledge of fund investment processes and related risk exposures.
- Communicate effectively and contribute to a collaborative and professional team environment.
- Assist the valuation officer in its valuation tasks.
Skills, knowledge, and experience
- A University Degree in Economics / Finance with a strong willingness to develop its expertise is required;
- Professional certification may be an advantage;
- Know-how / interest in financial markets and financial products;
- Fluent in English (French is an advantage);
- IT: MS Excel skills (formulas and VBA);
- Structured Query Language (SQL): creation / correction of queries;
- Pro-activity, analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as excellent attention to detail;
- Results focused; Flexibility.
- Respectful of colleagues and team-player;
- Positive mind-set and willingness to learn;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a fast-paced environment.