Manager, Capital Markets & Financial Risk - Hybrid

Cigna•Philadelphia, PA

54d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager, Capital Markets & Financial Risk, will play a key role in evaluating, structuring, and executing a wide range of capital markets transactions. These include bond issuances, liability management initiatives, trade finance arrangements, credit agreements, and share repurchase programs. This role will report to the Senior Director, Corporate Finance. This role requires close collaboration with external banking partners and cross-functional coordination with internal teams to ensure effective execution and alignment with corporate financial strategy. In addition to transaction execution, this role will support the development and ongoing management of interest rate and foreign exchange hedging programs, contribute to the capital planning process, and oversee capital deployment activities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline
3+ years of experience in corporate finance or capital markets, preferably at a top-tier investment bank or the finance function of a large public company.
Proven track record in executing capital markets transactions, including debt and equity offerings, credit facilities, liability management, and M&A.
Strong understanding of financial derivatives and hedge accounting principles.
Proficiency with financial systems and tools such as Bloomberg, Treasury Management Systems, and FXall preferred.
Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills, with expertise in valuation methodologies including NPV, IRR, DCF, and WACC.
Ability to convey complex financial concepts to senior stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across functions and build effective relationships with internal and external partners.
High level of initiative, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering results.

Nice To Haves

MBA or CFA designation preferred.
Proficiency with financial systems and tools such as Bloomberg, Treasury Management Systems, and FXall preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluate capital structure alternatives and provide strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
Lead and support the execution of capital markets transactions, including debt and equity offerings, liability management, credit agreements, and share repurchase programs.
Coordinate transaction processes, including term negotiation, documentation, due diligence, bank engagement, and closing activities.
Develop and maintain reporting dashboards and analytics for peer benchmarking, capital structure analysis, and market conditions.
Contribute to capital deployment strategies, including dividend policy, share repurchase execution, and debt refinancing.
Identify and implement trade finance solutions to optimize the company's cash position.
Design and manage interest rate and foreign exchange hedging programs; assess the impact of changes in hedge accounting standards.
Prepare presentation materials for senior management and the Board of Directors; assist in the coordination of board meeting content.
Build and maintain strong relationships with external financial institutions, including banks and rating agencies.
Support internal capital commitment processes and perform ad hoc financial analyses to inform strategic decision-making.