The Associate supports the Insurance Asset Management team by assisting in investment strategies portfolio construction research and client engagement while collaborating with senior leaders and stakeholders.

Description and Requirements
The Opportunity
The Associate will support the Insurance Asset Management team in delivering customized investment solutions for insurance clients. This role bridges strategic portfolio advisory with analytical execution providing exposure to asset allocation ALM (Asset-Liability Management) portfolio optimization and regulatory considerations. The Associate will collaborate with senior leaders portfolio managers and insurance specialists to help implement portfolio strategies and support client engagement.
Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development implementation tracking and reporting of investment strategies including new money portfolio construction ALM and hedging solutions.
• Assist with allocations across asset sectors per ALM objectives regulatory compliance and other constraints.
• Prepare client-ready materials presentations and reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of investment solutions with client objectives related to return risk capital and accounting.
• Maintain strong attention to detail while managing multiple projects in a dynamic environment.
• Conduct research and analysis on investment activities insurance regulatory frameworks industry trends and market insights to better inform strategic and tactical decisions.
• Support product development initiatives and contribute to portfolio optimization projects.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance Economics or related field
• Strong academic record and demonstrated interest in investment management and insurance markets.
• Excellent analytical written and verbal communication skills; comfortable interacting with management-level professionals.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a strong work ethic and integrity.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint) and familiarity with tools like Copilot
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of asset-liability management concepts portfolio construction and insurance regulatory frameworks.

• Familiarity with investment products across fixed income equities and alternatives.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to new challenges.
• VBA Python and SQL expertise is a plus.

At MetLife we're leading the global transformation of an industry we've long defined. United in purpose diverse in perspective we're dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our customers.
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Location Expectation: This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days per week in office.
The expected salary range for this position is $120000 to $136000. This role may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation and stock-based long-term incentives. All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.
Benefits We Offer
Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health financial wellness and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision dental insurance and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home pet critical illness hospital indemnity and accident insurance as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs parental leave volunteer time off tuition assistance and much more!
About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies" Fortune World's 25 Best Workplaces™ as well as the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® MetLife through its subsidiaries and affiliates is one of the world's leading financial services companies; providing insurance annuities employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets we hold leading positions in the United States Latin America Asia Europe and the Middle East.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues customers communities and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our core values - Win Together Do the Right Thing Deliver Impact Over Activity and Think Ahead - we're inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife it's #AllTogetherPossible . Join us!
MetLife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race color national origin religion creed sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability marital or domestic/civil partnership status genetic information citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States) uniformed service member or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law ("protected characteristics").
If you need an accommodation due to a disability please email us at [email protected]. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.
MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.
$120000 to $136000
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