Quantitative Analyst

As a Quantitative Analyst, you will have accountability for managing one or more key aspects of functions to support derivative portfolio managers and/or strategists in hedging capital market risk exposures of Variable Annuity liabilities and/or other risk exposures. Primary Responsibilities: Monitor derivative portfolios which include listed and OTC interest-rate and equity derivatives (e.g., futures, total-return swaps, interest-rate swaps, options and swaptions, and variance swaps) Research innovative trade ideas/hedging strategies and/or explain portfolio P&L performance and insights through clear risk reporting Build quantitative/analytical tools to support portfolio management and/or hedge strategy development and/or risk reporting by leveraging financial engineering, capital markets, and product knowledge Participate in various quantitative projects as needed to help support overall Hedging/Risk teams goals & objectives Constant monitoring of market trends, news and economic indicators impacting the portfolio Conduct research/analysis on market trends, financial instruments or new strategies evolving in the market Key Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Financial Mathematics (or related field); strong preference toward advanced degree (Master’s or PhD in a Quantitative field) Advanced knowledge of Financial Mathematics with solid understanding of Derivative Pricing Theory, and their applications Minimum of 1 - 3 years of progressive professional experience in the financial services industry or trading roles Experience in developing derivative trading strategies and/or developing risk reports which explain key drivers of P&L Knowledge of equity & rate derivative instruments from both theoretical and practical perspective Strong computer programming skills in Python based environment linked to excel/VBA models Superior quantitative/analytic reasoning and problem-solving abilities Ability to analyze risk and make informed decisions under pressure Adaptability to market changes and evolving trading strategies Comfortable with ambiguity and manage shifting priorities #LI-DP1 Venerable Values: Every position at Venerable has responsibility for living out the company's values as described here: We are Courageous - We think critically, ask "why?" and seek out creative solutions. We are Curious - We take calculated risks, learn from out failures, and challenge traditional ways of thinking. We are Connected - We are connected to each other, our customers and our community.