Protective
Financial Services
DerivativeLeadAnalyst/AnalystII-PortfolioManagement
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“Derivative Lead Analyst / Analyst II - Portfolio Management at Protective. Skills: Derivatives, Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Quantitative Analytics. Support derivative hedging programs. Develop expertise in derivatives capital markets”
Industry & Context.
analytical thinking; sound judgment; proactive approach to problem solving
Ability to work in an in-office environment
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative or technical discipline, Experience with analytics or modeling, Demonstrated interest in capital markets and risk management, Communication skills, Collaborative working style, Ability to work in an in-office environment
Nice to Have
Advanced degree (MS, MBA, etc), Experience with asset management, capital markets, or derivatives modeling, Actuarial science background or actuarial designation, Understanding of fixed income securities, derivatives, insurance liabilities, and risk management, Coding experience, preferably in Python and experience with C++, C#, R, or similar languages, Experience working with or supporting senior leadership, Interest in progressing toward portfolio ownership and broader investment responsibility
What You'll Do.
Support derivative hedging programs
Develop expertise in derivatives capital markets
Perform ad hoc research and analysis
Interpret internal and external issues
Communicate analysis and results
Participate in training and professional development
Contribute to project-based work
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with Derivatives, IT, Risk, and Middle Office teams; Communicate analysis and results to senior staff and leadership; Collaborating across teams
Communication Scope
Clear written and verbal communication skills; Communicate complex analytical results to senior leaders
Process & Methodology
Contribute to project-based work supporting enhancements
Full Job Description
## Description The work we do has an impact on millions of lives, and you can be a part of it. We help protect our customers against life’s uncertainties. Regardless of where you work within the company, you’ll be helping provide protection and peace of mind when our customers need it most. The Derivative Analyst II or Lead Analyst plays a key role on the Derivatives team, supporting portfolio management and risk management for insurance liabilities. This position is ideal for a quantitatively minded professional with strong capital markets and technical skills who is interested in building, maintaining, and improving derivative hedging models and systems. The role offers exposure to senior leadership, hands-on analytical responsibility, and the opportunity to grow into direct portfolio ownership over time. ## Key Responsibilities Support derivative hedging programs across variable annuity (VA), fixed indexed annuity (FIA), and other insurance products. Develop expertise in derivatives capital markets, including the design and execution of hedging strategies. Build, modify, and maintain models and systems used for portfolio management and risk management. Collaborate with Derivatives, IT, Risk, and Middle Office teams to ensure effective system design and operation. Perform ad hoc research and analysis in support of hedging and portfolio decisions. Provide data, analysis, and reporting to internal stakeholders as needed. Interpret internal and external issues and recommend solutions or best practices. Communicate analysis and results to senior staff and leadership. Participate in training, professional development, and ongoing learning related to derivatives, capital markets, and technology. Contribute to project-based work supporting enhancements to models, systems, and processes. ## Core Competencies Derivatives & Capital Markets Analysis Foundational understanding of derivatives, capital markets, and hedging strategies Ability to support the design, execution, an
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