Derivatives Analyst

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Global Atlantic Financial Group is a leader in the U.S. life insurance and annuity industry, serving the needs of individuals and institutions. Global Atlantic is a wholly-owned subsidiary of KKR, a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management across multiple strategies and capital markets solutions. 
We are looking for a diverse team of talented individuals who reinforce our culture of collaboration and innovation. We are dedicated to the career development of our people because we know they are critical to our long-term success. Join our team and come grow with us. 

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• Execute trades needed to support the firm’s equity-linked liability hedge programs
• Support the day-to-day needs of the trading desk, including trade setup & booking across rates, equities & FX
• Build and maintain tools to enhance trading efficiency and monitor hedge effectiveness
• Improve reporting of derivatives portfolio for internal stakeholders
• Assist in attribution of hedge program performance in collaboration with ALM and liability risk teams
• Assist with hedge strategy design and implementation
• Assess macroeconomic environment and market factors to generate trade ideas, strategies, and influence trade execution
• Serve as derivatives subject matter expert when partnering with internal teams
• Develop and expand knowledge of GAAP and Statutory hedge accounting regimes
• Assist with maintaining derivative trading and valuation system, including testing support, version upgrades, new development projects

• Undergraduate or advanced degree required, STEM background preferred
• 2-4 year professional working experience, insurance or asset management background a plus
• In depth knowledge of interest rate, equity, and FX derivatives
• Experience trading equity derivatives preferred
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Programming experience (VBA, R, Python) required
• Experience with Bloomberg, FIS/Front Arena, FX Connect, Tableau a plus

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.  

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Global Atlantic reserves the right to modify the qualifications and requirements for this position to accommodate business needs and regulatory changes.  Future adjustments may include obtaining specific licenses or certifications to comply with operational needs and conform to applicable industry-specific regulatory requirements, state and federal laws.

TOTAL REWARDS STATEMENT  

Global Atlantic’s total rewards package is reflective of our corporate values, particularly diversity, excellence and innovation, with a focus on inclusion, pay equity, and flexibility. We are proud to support your personal and professional growth and well-being through programs such as educational assistance, virtual physical therapy, remote/onsite fitness reimbursement, a medical second opinion program, pet insurance, military leave, parental leave, adoption assistance, fertility and family planning coverage. We strive to foster a culture of total well-being through community outreach and charitable giving programs.

We are active in our communities-

• New York: StreetWise Partners, Covenant House, Partnership for New York City, City Meals on Wheels, Habitat for Humanity, Billion Oyster Project
• Boston: Cradles to Crayons, Boston’s Healthcare for the Homeless, Thompson Island Outward Bound, Rosie’s Place, Catie’s Closet, Project Bread, Rise Against Hunger, Space to Thrive
• Hartford: Junior Achievement, Habitat for Humanity, Oliver’s Pajama, United Way
• Indianapolis: Elevate Indianapolis, Gleaners Food Bank and the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
• Batesville: So Loved Ripley County Foster Closet, Safe Passage Family Shelter, YES Home Juvenile Rehabilitation, Ripley County Community Foundation
• Des Moines: United Way of Central Iowa, Meals from the Heartland, Junior Achievement, Math Motivators, Bidwell Riverside, Orchard Place, Knock and Drop
• Berwyn/Wayne: Habitat for Humanity, Chester County Food Bank, Surrey Services, For Pete’s Sake Respite
• Bermuda: Keep Bermuda Beautiful, Center Against Abuse, Trunk Island Nature Reserve, Bermuda Economic Development Corporation

Social platforms provide an environment to collaborate with others and participate in friendly competitions towards achieving physical, emotional and financial well-being. Our highly competitive health, retirement, life and disability plans can be tailored to best suit your needs and those of your whole family.

Global Atlantic is committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can meaningfully contribute to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate in employment on any basis that is prohibited by federal, state or local laws.  More than that, we strive to be inclusive of all backgrounds and experiences, which we feel gives us a competitive advantage in the market and within our firm.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.

Employees who require an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their job will participate in an interactive process which may include providing documentation. If you are hired and require an accommodation for any protected status, please email [email protected].

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