Senior Securities Analyst - Investments

EMC Insurance Companies

2d • $92,670 - $140,845 • Remote

About The Position

At EMC, we’re all about working together to make an impact. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, contribute, and gain experience that matters. We strive to be caring leaders, close partners, and responsive experts—always supporting each other to do our best work. Join us, and let’s improve lives together. This position is eligible to work from home anywhere in the United States with preference given for those who can work in the Des Moines office 2 days per week

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• Five years of experience in investment analysis and/or portfolio management in the insurance industry
• Excellent understanding of investment analysis, insurance investment issues, asset allocation performance measurement, cash management, corporate finance, and portfolio and financial theory
• Excellent knowledge of investment operations, trade settlement, insurance products, cash flow testing, and asset/liability matching
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to multitask and work independently
• Proficiency with investment accounting software, Bloomberg, and worksheet and personal computer applications
• Strong organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in a related field preferred
• Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation preferred

Responsibilities

• Acts as subject-matter expert on sectors under coverage, applying industry knowledge to analyze creditworthiness through a combination of qualitative and quantitative factors for current and prospective investments within assigned sectors.
• Utilizes Bloomberg and other third-party sources to maintain current views on industry- and company-specific trends, build and maintain financial models, and prepare research reports in a timely manner.
• Proactively communicates views, new developments, and recommendations to the investment team.
• Develops strong relationships with broker-dealers and banks in order to source investment opportunities and gain valuable insights into prevailing market conditions.
• Applies expertise to identify opportunities for improvement in research efficacy and efficiency.
• Serves as a resource and mentor to the analyst team to aid professional development and ensure consistent application of research processes across the group.
• Monitors and evaluates broader credit risk, market trends, and economic factors affecting fixed-income investments.
• Works closely with the investment team to apply knowledge in group discussions regarding the development and implementation of overall investment strategy.
• Provides insights on potential changes to portfolio characteristics like structure, duration, quality, sector allocation, and security type.
• Participates in reviews of third-party managers, quarterly report preparation, and creation of team presentations.
• Assists in the identification and selection of third-party managers within the Credit Portfolio.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits with life, medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Competitive paid time off plan and a full day of volunteer time off annually
• Financial incentives, including a 401(k) plan match, pension plan, OneEMC bonus plan and recognition and anniversary awards
• Professional development and growth opportunities, including tuition reimbursement
• Wellness initiatives to improve team member well-being and reduce health insurance costs
• Flexibility to dress for your day and opportunities for alternative work arrangements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level