Risk Management
The risk management services are integral to maintaining the stability and performance of the funds. By identifying, assessing, monitoring, and mitigating various risks, we ensure that the fund operates within its risk appetite and regulatory requirements, ultimately protecting the interests of investors and stakeholders.
Our offering includes:
- Risk Management for the funds under management
- Delegation of the Risk Management Function by a Fund Manager
- Delegation of the Risk Management Function by a Fund
We can thereby provide a thorough risk management process with dedicated services such as:
Risk Identification
- Market Risk: Identifying risks arising from market fluctuations, such as changes in interest rates, currency exchange rates, and asset prices.
- Credit Risk: Assessing the risk of default by counterparties or issuers of financial instruments held by the fund.
- Liquidity Risk: Evaluating the fund’s ability to meet its short-term obligations and manage cash flows effectively.
- Operational Risk: Identifying potential risks related to internal processes, systems, personnel, and external events.
Risk Assessment and Measurement
- Quantitative Analysis: Utilizing statistical and mathematical models to measure potential losses and the impact of different risk factors.
- Qualitative Analysis: Assessing non-quantifiable risks through expert judgment, scenario analysis, and stress testing.
Risk Monitoring and Reporting
- Continuous Monitoring: Regularly tracking and analyzing risk exposures and ensuring they remain within predefined limits.
- Reporting: Providing detailed risk reports to stakeholders, including fund managers, investors, and regulatory bodies, ensuring transparency and informed decision-making.
Risk Mitigation Strategies
- Diversification: Reducing risk by spreading investments across various asset classes, sectors, and geographies.
- Hedging: Using financial instruments, such as derivatives, to offset potential losses from adverse market movements.
- Contingency Planning: Developing plans and procedures to address potential risk events and ensure business continuity.
Compliance and Regulatory Adherence
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring that the fund adheres to all relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards.
- Internal Controls: Implementing robust internal controls and risk management policies to safeguard the fund’s assets and operations.
Risk Governance
- Risk Management Framework: Establishing a comprehensive framework that outlines the risk management process, roles, and responsibilities within the organization.
- Risk Committee: Forming a dedicated risk committee to oversee the risk management function, review risk policies, and make strategic decisions.
Key contact
Nikolas Charalambous
Managing Director
MBA, BSc. Accounting
T +357 24 205300