Senior Analyst, Strategic Investments and Private Capital

Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated•Chesterfield, MO

About The Position

Assist the investment process by preparing and analyzing due diligence information, financial analysis and research for new private debt investments and other strategic investment opportunities. These diverse investment opportunities are customized complex financial solutions to advance the firm's strategic goals. Responsibilities include assisting with the preparation of approval memos, completing financial models and supporting portfolio management activities for existing investments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in Economics, Finance, or related field, AND 2+ years of relevant investment or banking related work experience OR Master’s degree in Arts/Sciences (MA/MS), ASA, or FSA
Comfortable with working in a fast-paced environment and working on multiple transactions simultaneously
Basic knowledge of portfolio, equity and fixed income/credit analytics
Intermediate knowledge of Excel/VBA, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and Tableau
Advanced company calculation and financial modelling skills
Investigative, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work well in an environment with multiple concurrent projects, managing project-based workflow within demanding time frames and adapt quickly to new methods
Intermediate oral and written communication skills
Ability to liaise with individuals across a wide variety of operational, functional, and technical disciplines
Ability to work well within a team environment and participate in department/team projects
Ability to initiate, think outside the box, execute, and bring ideas to fruition

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Arts/Sciences (MA/MS), MBA, ASA, or FSA
CFA designation or demonstrable understanding of fixed income investing
CPA or accounting experience
Background in credit analysis
Background or knowledge of structured investments
Familiarity with insurance asset management
Familiarity with alternative investments
Familiarity with actuarial modelling
Technology savvy, programming, and process improvement/automation skills

Responsibilities

Identify and analyze investment opportunities. This includes conducting industry research, analyzing financial statements, evaluating market trends, and assessing potential risks and returns
Assist with due diligence processes and deal structuring on potential investment opportunities
Assist with the underwriting process including helping to formulate the investment thesis and the identification of key risks for new investment opportunities
Assist with the preparation of approval memos, financial models and provide assistance to the deal lead on the presentation of investment recommendations to the investment committee
Liaise with legal, operations and data teams to ensure investments are setup accurately
Monitor and prepare performance reports on existing investments
Keep abreast of market trends and regulatory changes
Compiles data and analysis for portfolio review
Assist with special projects, committees, and meetings as required