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Fg LifeSr. Hedging Analyst
Fg Life is seeking a Sr. Hedging Analyst to manage and execute derivative transactions while supporting the organization's broader risk management activities. Established in 1959, Fidelity…
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Fg Life is seeking a Sr. Hedging Analyst to manage and execute derivative transactions while supporting the organization's broader risk management activities. Established in 1959, Fidelity & Guaranty Life Insurance Company provides life insurance and annuity solutions designed for retirement security and protection. This role suits detail-oriented professionals who possess a strong quantitative background and an interest in capital markets. The person in this position oversees the complete trade lifecycle…
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Fg Life is seeking a Sr. Hedging Analyst to manage and execute derivative transactions while supporting the organization's broader risk management activities. Established in 1959, Fidelity & Guaranty Life Insurance Company provides life insurance and annuity solutions designed for retirement security and protection. This role suits detail-oriented professionals who possess a strong quantitative background and an interest in capital markets.
The person in this position oversees the complete trade lifecycle of derivatives, including trade capture, pre-trade verifications, settlements, and confirmations. Responsibilities also include tracking portfolio exposures, market sensitivities, profit and loss metrics, and valuation outputs. The analyst collaborates with internal business units, external brokers, counterparties, and service providers while working to enhance reporting processes and automate workflows.
Candidates will utilize technical tools such as Python, SQL, and Excel to improve data quality and streamline trading operations. While this position does not include direct people management duties, it provides opportunities to mentor peers and act as a subject matter expert on hedging processes.
Responsibilities
- Execute approved derivative transactions and oversee the full trade lifecycle from pre-trade checks to settlement
- Monitor market data, operational deadlines, and derivative positions to ensure adherence to established controls
- Prepare, validate, and distribute recurring management, risk, and hedging reports
- Analyze market sensitivities, portfolio exposures, broker quotes, and profit and loss outcomes
- Evaluate bespoke payoff structures, new products, and specialized indices for operational readiness
- Develop automation workflows and improve data quality using Python, SQL, and Excel
- Maintain comprehensive process documentation and respond to ad hoc business, audit, and regulatory requests
Requirements
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy with time-sensitive deliverables
- Ability to adhere to established controls, recognize exceptions, and escalate issues promptly
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with internal stakeholders and external counterparties
- Capacity to make sound decisions under pressure in a deadline-driven market environment
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- High standards of ethical conduct, confidentiality, and professionalism
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or a related field
- Minimum of three years of progressive experience in hedging, derivatives, trading, capital markets, treasury, or investment operations
- Prior experience working with insurance, asset liability management, or life and annuity hedging
- Experience executing or managing derivative trade lifecycles including options, swaps, and futures
- Working knowledge of SQL and relational databases such as SQL Server
- Familiarity with Bloomberg or comparable platforms for investment analysis
Core Skills
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What is the remote work policy for this role?
The posting indicates that Fg Life offers flexible work arrangements, including remote, hybrid, and in-office options, which are determined with leadership during the hiring process.
What is the salary range for the Sr. Hedging Analyst position?
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What educational background is required?
Applicants need a bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or a related field, though equivalent relevant experience may also be considered.
Does this role involve supervising other employees?
The position does not include formal people leadership responsibilities, but analysts may provide mentorship, guidance, or subject matter expertise to others.
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