Collateral Management Analyst
About The Position
The Collateral Management Analyst plays a critical role in supporting Athene’s investment operations by ensuring accurate and timely management of collateral across derivatives, financing transactions, and counterparty exposures for Bilateral, Cleared & Futures transactions. The team is responsible for managing the operational aspects of Derivative investment and hedging strategy. This role directly contributes to risk mitigation, liquidity optimization, and operational excellence within a fast-paced and highly regulated environment. At Athene, you’ll operate at the intersection of insurance and asset management, leveraging the strength of our partnership across multiple teams to access differentiated investment strategies, scale, and innovation. This role offers exposure to complex financial instruments and the opportunity to contribute to a high-performing team that acts with urgency, ownership, and a continuous improvement mindset.
Requirements
- 3+ years of relevant experience in Collateral Management, Derivatives operations or Clearing Operations.
- Working knowledge of derivative post-trade lifecycle and documentation (ISDA, CSA, MCA, cleared agreements).
- Intermediate knowledge of Excel required.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, business or a related field.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with industry platforms such as MarkitWire, TriResolve, Acadia, APEX, or PAM/PFI preferred.
- VBA/SQL & AI experience a plus
Responsibilities
- Monitor daily collateral positions, margin calls, and settlements across counterparties, ensuring accuracy and timeliness across Bilateral, Futures & Clearing.
- Identify & analyze margin call discrepancies and resolving breaks proactively.
- Partner with internal teams (Trading, Risk, Legal, Treasury, Accounting & Technology) and external counterparties to ensure alignment and issue resolution.
- Support process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency and scalability.
- Maintain strong controls and documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal risk standards.
- Develop and enhance a culture of prudent risk management within the team and wider organization.
Benefits
- Discretionary bonus plan or variable sales incentive may be included.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
