Risk Analyst (Putnam)
Franklin Templeton
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Full-Time
$162
OfficeAssociate
At Franklin Templeton, we’re advancing our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that’s both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we provide opportunities to help you reach your potential while helping our clients reach theirs.
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Putnam Investments, an investment management group of Franklin Templeton, is a diversified, equity asset manager with roots dating back to 1937. We manage a range of active equity portfolios with a focus on stock-specific opportunities. Our approach — stock-driven rather than style-driven — is designed to produce consistent outperformance, regardless of the market environment. As of December 31st, 2025, the firm managed over $162 billion in assets under management.
We are seeking an experienced Risk Analyst to join our Investment Risk Group. The Investment Risk Group sits within the Investment Division and collaborates closely with the investment team providing analytical support for the Risk Management and Investment Management process. The successful candidate will measure and develop market risk analytics with the position playing an instrumental role in supporting the risk governance process for senior investment professionals. The individual will work closely with risk managers, quantitative analysts, portfolio managers, and technology support team members.
The successful candidate will utilize superior technical and problem-solving skills along with knowledge of the risk model development process to assist in portfolio construction and risk-related research on behalf of the investment teams, to enhance the active risk management process.
Monitor and assess investment risks across portfolios
Produce and present risk reports and insights to investment teams in portfolio reviews. Provide recommendations, if required
Conduct stress testing and scenario analysis to evaluate portfolio resilience under different market conditions
Review and challenge portfolio construction and investment decisions from a risk perspective
Provide computational analysis to support the risk management process including a solid understanding of linear factor models and its application in portfolio risk management
Contribute to the development and enhancement of risk models, frameworks and tools
Collaborate with technology and data teams to improve risk infrastructure and reporting automation
BA, BS, or MS in finance, mathematics, statistics, econometrics, or similar quantitative field
Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in investments or investment risk within asset management
Strong communication skills with the ability to challenge constructively and influence stakeholders
Ability to analyze large datasets and translate outputs into actionable insights
Strong quantitative and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in SQL, R, and Python strongly preferred
Familiarity with risk systems (e.g., Aladdin, Barra, Axioma) and portfolio optimization preferred
Team player; willingness to work hard and contribute to achievement of team goals
Franklin Templeton offers employees a competitive and valuable range of total rewards—monetary and non-monetary — designed to support their well-being and recognize their time, talents, and results. Along with base compensation, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, a 401(k) plan with a generous match, and recognition rewards. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a range of competitive healthcare options, insurance, and disability benefits, employee stock investment program, learning resources, career development programs, reimbursement for certain education expenses, paid time off (vacation / holidays / sick / leave / parental & caregiving leave / bereavement / volunteering / floating holidays) and a motivational wellbeing program. We expect the base salary for this position to range between $150,000 - $200,000, depending on level of relevant experience, plus discretionary bonus.
Our culture is shaped by the variety of perspectives and experiences brought by talent from around the world. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there’s a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life.
By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life’s adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have your needs covered. Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton.
Highlights of our benefits include:
Three weeks paid time off the first year
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan with 85% company match on your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions, up to the IRS limits
Employee Stock Investment Program
Tuition Assistance Program
Purchase of company funds with no sales charge
Onsite fitness center and recreation center*
Onsite cafeteria*
*Only applicable at certain locations
Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton
Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.
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