Derivatives Strategist

Summary

National Life Group is seeking a highly skilled Derivatives Strategist to join our Hedging team. As a key member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in executing our hedging strategy across all asset classes, ensuring the financial security of the company.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute timely and accurate derivative transactions (options, futures, rates, and CDS) to implement the hedging program effectively.
• Employ derivative strategies to achieve NLG's goals and objectives, fostering financial stability and growth.
• Proactively recommend innovative execution strategies to enhance the firm's financial performance.
• Develop, implement, and refine market risk management (hedging) strategies, tools, and controls, safeguarding the company's financial position.
• Ensure trade specifications are precise and instruments are accurately reflected in the hedging system, maintaining data integrity.
• Utilize derivatives trading platforms to execute trades that hedge equity market exposure within our insurance products.
• Foster real-time market awareness among the investment team, aligning market opportunities with portfolio objectives.
• Manage relationships with public and private sell-side counterparties, representing NLG's interests and securing optimal access to trading desks.
• Collaborate with the team to maintain a framework for informed risk exposure and assessment.
• Monitor credit, liquidity, and market risks to support risk management and balance sheet valuation activities.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced professional with a strong background in derivatives and risk management. The ideal candidate will have:

Direct experience developing and executing derivative strategies that address the unique nature of the assets and liabilities of an insurance company.5+ years of experience in a hedging, market risk, quantitative analytics, or a related field.Proficient in Excel/VBA, SQL, Python, Tableau, and Bloomberg.An in-depth knowledge of capital markets, derivatives modeling, and valuation techniques.Required: Bachelor's degree in finance, mathematics, economics, computer science, or a related quantitative field.Preferred: Master's degree (or foreign equivalent) in quantitative / mathematical finance, statistics, economics, computer science, engineering, or a related field.Experience in an insurance company a strong plus but not required.Data analytics and/or programming experience is helpful but not required.Experience with relative value.

Cultural Fit

We are a dynamic and collaborative team that values innovation, integrity, and teamwork. If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for risk management and derivatives, we encourage you to apply.

What We Offer

National Life Group offers a competitive total rewards package, including a 401(k) retirement plan match, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a company-funded wellness account, 10 paid holidays, a generous paid time off plan, 6 weeks of paid parental leave, and 6 weeks of paid family leave after a year of full-time employment.

How to Apply

National Life Group is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Please submit your application through our website.

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