Head of Portfolio Risk & Analytics

At BBH, Partnership is more than a form of ownership—it’s our approach to business and relationships. We know that supporting your professional and personal goals is the best way to help our clients and advance our business. We take that responsibility seriously. With a 200-year legacy and a shared passion for what’s next, this is the right place to build a fulfilling career.The Investment Research Group (IRG) Head of Portfolio Risk & Analytics will lead the development and application of quantitative frameworks that support portfolio construction, risk management, and investment research across the Wealth Management platform. This individual will oversee the design and implementation of robust analytical tools, leveraging market data, portfolio modeling, and advanced statistical techniques to enhance investment decision-making.This role sits at the intersection of investment strategy, data science, and technology, and will partner closely with the CIO, Deputy CIO, Head of Investment Research, Head of Investment and Portfolio Strategy, and research analysts to deliver scalable, insight-driven solutions.Key ResponsibilitiesQuantitative Portfolio Construction & Risk ManagementLead the development and oversight of quantitative risk frameworks for model portfolios, including factor exposures, scenario analysis, and stress testingEnhance portfolio construction methodologies using optimization techniques and risk-adjusted return frameworksMonitor and evaluate portfolio characteristics, ensuring alignment with investment objectives and risk tolerancesLiaison with the broader CP Investment Portfolio Risk Management teamDevelop pacing frameworks and optimization models for private market allocations, including commitment pacing, liquidity forecasting, and vintage diversificationPortfolio Analytics & MonitoringDesign, implement, and continuously improve portfolio analytics and reporting toolsOversee ongoing monitoring of portfolios, including performance attribution, factor analysis, and risk decompositionPartner with performance teams to enhance model portfolio and client reporting, improving accuracy, transparency, and insight deliveryDevelop proprietary performance/risk/exposure dashboards and reports to communicate insights to investment teams and stakeholdersCustom Portfolio SolutionsDevelop proprietary applications that the front office (RMs) can use to inform portfolio composition, sizing, and positioningDevelop scalable frameworks for quantitative analytics for custom client portfoliosQuantitative Research & ScreeningBuild and maintain quantitative screening tools for equities and ETFs, incorporating fundamental, technical, and factor-based signalsSupport investment idea generation through data-driven research and back-testing of strategies and portfoliosCapital Market AssumptionsConduct quantitative analysis to help inform capital market assumptions, including expected returns, volatility, and correlations across asset classesCollaborate on asset allocation to integrate quantitative insights into portfolio constructionData & Process AutomationOversee the automation of portfolio data workflows, analytics, and charting processesPartner with technology teams to enhance data infrastructure, ensuring accuracy, scalability, and efficiencyImplement best practices in data management and reproducible researchQualificationsAdvanced degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., MS or PhD in Computational Finance, Financial Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field) preferred8–12+ years of experience in quantitative research, portfolio construction, or risk management within asset or wealth managementDeep understanding of portfolio theory, factor models, and risk analyticsProficiency with market data and analytics platforms, such as Bloomberg Terminal and FactSet, including data extraction, analysis and integration into quantitative workflowsStrong programming skills (e.g., Python, R, MATLAB)Experience with portfolio optimization, back-testing frameworks, and large datasetsFamiliarity with private markets, commitment pacing, and liquidity modeling strongly preferredExperience with direct indexing, tax-aware investing, and customization strategies is highly desirableSkills & CompetenciesStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detailAbility to translate complex quantitative concepts into actionable investment solutionsExcellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholdersCollaborative mindset with a focus on innovation and continuous improvementSalary RangeBase salary $160,000 - $200,000 plus annual incentiveBBH and its affiliates' compensation program includes base salary, discretionary bonuses, and profit-sharing. The anticipated base salary range(s) shown above are only for the indicated location(s) and may differ in other locations due to cost of living and labor considerations. Base salaries may vary based on factors such as skill, experience and qualification for the role. BBH's total rewards package recognizes your contributions with more than just a paycheck—providing you with benefits that enhance your experience at BBH from long-term savings, healthcare, and income protection to professional development opportunities and time off, our programs support your overall well-being. We value diverse experiences. We value diverse experiences and transferrable skillsets. If your career hasn’t followed a traditional path, includes alternative experiences, or doesn’t meet every qualification or skill listed in the job description, please do go ahead and apply.About BBHBrown Brothers Harriman (BBH) is a premier global financial services firm, known for premium service, specialist expertise, technology solutions and partnership approach to client management. Across Investor Services and Capital Partners, we work with an enviable roster of sophisticated clients who make BBH their first call when they are tackling their hardest challenges. Delivering for our clients and each other energizes us.We believe that how we do our work is just as important as what we do. We are relentless problem solvers who know our best ideas come from collective debate and development—so we are never possessive about our ideas. Every day we come together as a diverse community of smart and caring people to deliver exceptional service and expert advice—creating success that lasts. No matter where you sit in the organization, everyone is empowered to contribute their ideas. BBHers can pick up the phone and call any colleague, and they are happy to help. Expanding your impact beyond your daily role is part of how we operate as trusted partners to one another.We believe stability is a competitive advantage, but being stable means having the knowledge, skill, and discipline to evolve, often—pushing the boundaries of innovation. As a private partnership, every investment we make is in the relationships, technologies, products and development we believe are in the long-term interests of our clients and our people. Our long-tenured leaders are experts in their areas and are actively involved in the day-to day business, taking the time to provide guidance and mentoring to build the next generation of BBHers. Because we know, our success begins with yours.Go to BBH.com to learn more about our rewards and benefits, philanthropy, approach to sustainability or how we support you to thrive personally, physically and financially.We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state or local law.