Position Overview

This position requires broad and comprehensive knowledge in the areas of credit research, economics, market analysis, ESG integration and relative value assessment skills. A successful candidate will be able to identify shifts and trends in credit risk, between rating agencies and sectors, by aggregating macro and sector fundamental and quantitative statistics to formulate actionable decisions on the portfolio in an effective and timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Lead proposals for tactical short-term positioning as well as long-term corporate portfolio positioning to PM and Investment Solutions team in accordance with macro views and portfolio objectives and risk tolerances.
• Identify and develop internal and external fundamental and ESG research of credit trends and sophisticated quantitative tools and data sources with market-based analytics to aid in risk management, investment idea generation, and portfolio construction.
• Conduct sophisticated fundamental and relative value analysis at the industry and individual issuer level and make investment decisions appropriate for RGA's risk and return parameters incorporating ESG considerations in the analysis.
• Develop productive relationships with company management, sell side analysts, rating agency analysts and other avenues of information. Maintain current knowledge of investment practices, trends, and applications.
• Conduct comprehensive financial analysis, due diligence, and asset valuation to determine the current condition and potential value of distressed investments.
• Collaborating with the private debt and equity team to develop effective workout and exit strategies for distressed assets while identifying opportunities to enhance asset performance and create value through restructuring, refinancing, and other methods.
• Mentors, guides, and manages the team member activities and development.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Required:
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or related field plus 15+ years credit experience
• CFA Designation
Preferred:
• MBA or other relevant post graduate degrees or designations

SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Exceptional ability to make timely and effective decisions and produce results through strategic planning and the implementation and evaluation of programs and policies
• Exceptional oral and written communication, presentation and training skills, demonstrating the ability to convey business terminology that is meaningful and well received by all stakeholders, including customers and associates
• Technologically savvy with the ability to utilize portfolio and security-level analysis tools
• Skilled as both a generalist across sectors and the broader economy while having the ability to have deep expertise into specific areas
• Highly advanced knowledge of accounting and quantitative analysis
• Highly advanced knowledge and understanding of asset/liability management in an insurance context
• Expert understanding of fixed income corporate markets with general knowledge of ABS, MBS, CMBS, high yield, emerging markets, commercial loans, private placements, and alternative investments
• Highly advanced skills in portfolio analysis and fixed income analytics (i.e. sector weightings, portfolio duration, performance attribution, convexity, and term structure of interest rates)
• Exceptional ability to liaise with individuals across a wide variety of operational, functional, and technical disciplines

Company Overview

Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated (NYSE: RGA) is one of the largest global providers of life reinsurance, with offices around the world. RGA delivers expert solutions in individual life reinsurance, individual living benefits reinsurance, group reinsurance, financial solutions, facultative underwriting, and product development. Our mission is to enhance our clients' prosperity by supporting their financial and risk management capabilities.

The general pay range for this position is $TBD per year. Base pay varies depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and market location. In addition, RGA provides an annual bonus plan that includes all roles and some positions are eligible for participation in our long-term equity incentive plan. RGA also maintains a full range of health, retirement and other employee benefits.

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