Peter Mortensen, Cfa, Frm, C AI A, Cipm
About Peter Mortensen, Cfa, Frm, C AI A, Cipm
Peter Mortensen is the Chief Risk Officer at Russell Investments, bringing over 7 years of experience in quantitative finance and risk management. He has held various positions at Russell Investments and has an extensive educational background in economics and finance.
Current Role as Chief Risk Officer
Peter Mortensen serves as the Chief Risk Officer (CRO) at Russell Investments, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's risk management strategies and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. His extensive experience in investment risk positions him to effectively manage the complexities of risk in the financial sector.
Experience at Russell Investments
Peter Mortensen has held multiple positions at Russell Investments, contributing significantly to the firm's risk management framework. He served as Managing Director and Head of Investment Risk from 2019 to 2023, following a brief tenure as Director of Investment Risk in 2019. His earlier roles include Senior Investment Risk Analyst from 2012 to 2014 and Senior Manager of Investment Risk from 2014 to 2019. This cumulative experience has equipped him with a deep understanding of investment risk dynamics.
Educational Background
Peter Mortensen has a solid educational foundation in economics and finance. He earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Economics from Københavns Universitet - University of Copenhagen from 2003 to 2007 and a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Economics from the same institution from 2007 to 2009. Additionally, he studied Finance at the UW Foster School of Business and obtained a Non-degree certification. His commitment to education is further demonstrated by his certifications in Financial Risk Management (FRM) and Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA).
Professional Certifications and Skills
Peter Mortensen holds several professional certifications that enhance his expertise in finance and risk management. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®) and a Financial Risk Manager (FRM®), which reflect his proficiency in these areas. He possesses technical skills in various programming and analytical tools, including VBA, Excel, Python, SAS, Ox/PcGive, SQL, and SSIS. His diverse skill set supports his role in quantitative finance and risk management.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Russell Investments, Peter Mortensen gained valuable experience in the financial sector through various roles. He worked at Nykredit in multiple capacities, including Senior Analyst and Solution Analyst, from 2009 to 2012 and 2008 to 2009, respectively. He also served as an Assistant Analyst at Nykredit and as a Teaching Assistant at Københavns Universitet. His early career included a position as a Student Assistant at the Ministry of Finance of Denmark.