July 23, 2026
AIMCo is seeking a Manager, Private Market Risk to join the Investment Risk Management (IRM) team within the Risk Management division.
IRM supports investment decision-making by providing independent risk assessment, oversight, and advisory of investment risks at the transaction, asset class, client portfolios, and the Total Fund levels.
In this generalist role, you will support Product Risk Leads to assess, monitor, and report on risks across AIMCo's private market investments, including Private Equity, Infrastructure & Renewable Resources, Real Estate, and Private Debt. This is an excellent opportunity for a risk professional who enjoys learning, collaboration, thoughtful analysis, and contributing to meaningful investment decisions.
**This posting will close at 11:59 pm MST on July 22, 2026.**
What You Will Do
As a member of the Investment Risk Management team, you will support Product Risk Leads by:
Conducting independent risk assessments of private market investments in Funds, Co-investments, and direct investments, including Identification of key investment risks, assessing portfolio fit, investment strategy, and broader client portfolio considerations.
Contributing to portfolio risk analysis and ongoing monitoring activities that provide insight into the risk profile of private market products and support risk-informed decision-making.
Partnering with colleagues across investment and risk teams to enhance risk reporting, scenario analysis, and risk modeling capabilities.
Assisting in the preparation of materials for senior leadership, Board, and clients with continuous improvement mindset.
Helping foster a culture of transparency, learning, collaboration, and risk awareness.
What We're Looking For
We recognize that great candidates bring experience through different educational, professional, and personal pathways. If you are excited about this opportunity, we encourage you to apply even if your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification listed below.
To be successful in this role, you are:
Curious and motivated to deepen your understanding of investments, risk management, and private markets.
Thoughtful and analytical in your approach to solving complex problems.
Collaborative and relationship-oriented, with a commitment to working effectively across teams.
Comfortable communicating with a variety of stakeholders and adapting your message to different audiences.
Organized and able to balance multiple priorities while maintaining high-quality work.
Committed to continuous learning, professional growth, and contributing to a positive team environment.
Technical Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance, Economics, Commerce, Actuarial Science, or another relevant quantitative discipline. Post-graduate degree is preferred.
5+ years of relevant experience in investment management, risk management, financial analysis, or related fields. Experience with private markets is considered a plus.
Progress toward, or completion of, a CFA, PRM, FRM, or similar professional designation is an asset.
Strong understanding of financial markets, institutional asset management, portfolio construction, investment processes, risk management, and private market investments.
Experience using data analytics, technology, or AI-enabled tools to support analysis is considered an asset.
Skills and Experience
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to evaluate complex information and communicate findings clearly and effectively.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Thorough attention to detail combined with the ability to maintain perspective on broader organizational and client objectives.
Ability to prioritize work, manage competing deadlines, and contribute effectively within a team environment.
Alignment with AIMCo's core values of excellence, transparency, humility, integrity, and collaboration.
What Success Looks Like
Within your first twelve months, you will:
Develop a strong understanding of AIMCo's risk management framework, processes, and investment approach.
Build productive relationships with colleagues across risk and investment functions.
Deliver high-quality risk assessments and insightful analysis on transactions and portfolios.
Contribute meaningfully to risk reporting, monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Demonstrate AIMCo's core values through your work, partnerships, and interactions across the organization.
We are excited to meet you. Please submit your resume or CV to be considered for this opportunity. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis and we will be in touch with any questions.
Final candidates will be asked to undergo a security screening, which includes a credit bureau and a criminal record investigation, the results of which must be acceptable to AIMCo.
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