PGIM - Director, Investment Risk

Job Classification:

Investment Management - Investments

A GLOBAL FIRM WITH A DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE CULTURE

As the Global Asset Management business of Prudential, we’re always looking for ways to improve financial services. We’re passionate about making a meaningful impact - touching the lives of millions and solving financial challenges in an ever-changing world. We also believe talent is key to achieving our vision and are intentional about building a culture with respect and collaboration. When you join PGIM, you’ll unlock a motivating and impactful career – all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world’s leading global asset managers! If you’re not afraid to think differently and challenge the status quo, come and be a part of a dedicated team that’s investing in your future by shaping tomorrow today. At PGIM, You Can!

What you will do:

PGIM Credit is a leading $1.2 trillion global asset manager spanning public and private credit markets. Our Investment Risk Management team plays a critical role in overseeing risk positioning across more than 600 client portfolios, partnering closely with investment professionals to deliver disciplined, data-driven decision-making.

As part of a highly collaborative and technically sophisticated team, you will work at the intersection of portfolio management, trading, and quantitative analytics. The group is responsible for shaping and monitoring risk budgets, advising on portfolio positioning, and continuously enhancing PGIM Credit’s proprietary risk platform. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a best-in-class risk framework within a dynamic and team-oriented environment.

We are seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Investment Risk professional who thrives in a fast-paced setting and is passionate about applying quantitative insights to real-world portfolio management challenges.

This is a hybrid role based in Newark, NJ, where the team is working on-site 3 times a week.

What you can expect:

• Provide independent support to all aspects of the risk management function, including daily oversight of portfolio risk positioning, engagement with portfolio managers to address risk issues, review and sign-off of risk-related elements of client guidelines, risk budgeting, addressing client inquiries, and responding to ad-hoc internal and external requests for risk analysis.