Investment Analyst

FBL Financial Group, Inc.•West Des Moines, IA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated Investment Analyst to contribute to the financial success of our investment portfolios. In this role, you will research, evaluate, and help acquire investment grade corporate credit securities for insurance company portfolios and external clients, working closely with portfolio management and senior leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field required
3–7 years of relevant experience (investment analyst experience strongly preferred)
Knowledge of financial markets, valuation, fixed income, and statistical analysis
Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent basis.

Nice To Haves

MBA or progress toward CFA designation preferred
Experience with tools such as Bloomberg or PowerBI preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct in-depth research on designated sectors and issuers using rating agencies, public filings, and market data
Monitor primary and secondary markets to identify investment opportunities and support trade execution
Prepare and present analytical reports to executive leadership, investment committees, and other stakeholders
Evaluate portfolio risk, market conditions, and regulatory developments
Provide insights on relative value and credit trends to support portfolio strategies and trading decisions
Collaborate across departments including investment accounting and actuarial teams
Develop an understanding of insurance-based investment constraints such as asset-liability matching, capital efficiency, and liquidity