Financial Analyst I, Asset Liability Management

Jackson is an insurance company seeking a Financial Analyst I to support its Asset Liability Management department. The role assists with monitoring and managing asset/liability exposure through financial models, hedging programs, reporting, model development, and risk management activities.

What you'll do:

• Updates and maintains financial models and hedging programs
• Develops in-depth knowledge of annuity product designs and optional benefit features as well as capital market instruments (options, swaps, futures, etc.) and hedging concepts
• Determines modeling ramifications of Jackson’s new product offerings or changes to hedging strategies
• Prepares periodic hedging reports for use in decision making by ALM management
• Assists in the model development process, including testing, validation, and implementation of new coding changes
• Assists in the operation of financial controls and model risk management
• Develops improvements to methods, procedures, and systems
• Provides research support for other departments’ information requests
• Performs ad hoc project analyses
• Performs other duties and/or projects as assigned

What they're looking for:

• Strong understanding of financial mathematics and modeling
• Extensive coursework and knowledge in statistics, math, economics, finance, or actuarial science
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with MS Excel and Word
• Knowledge and experience with computer programming, especially in SAS, R, or Python
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a timely and accurate manner and adapt to changing priorities as needed
• Bachelor's Degree in finance, actuarial science, economics, mathematics, or related field of study is required
• In lieu of meeting the education requirements, candidates with strong quantitative experience in the fields mentioned above may also be considered
• Practical knowledge of financial instruments/derivatives preferred
• Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in quantitative field preferred