Stuctured Securities Analyst - ONSITE CARMEL, IN | Open to Recent Grads!
About The Position
CNO Financial Group’s 40|86 Advisors is hiring a Structured Securities Analyst to conduct research and analysis leading to investment recommendations for the firm’s fixed income portfolio. Under technical direction, the analyst helps ensure portfolios adhere to investor requirements and develops knowledge of fundamental credit analysis, portfolio and risk management, and structured credit to contribute to the investment process. The role is affiliated with the Carmel, Indiana corporate office, and candidates must live within 60 miles of that office and be able to work there. Periodic travel to other corporate offices may be requested. Work cannot be performed from outside the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or Accounting, or equivalent.
- Typically up to three years of investment experience.
- Knowledge of investment and financial principles and practices.
- Analytical and inquisitive approach.
- Good research capability and ability to provide input accordingly.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work under tight deadlines.
- Strong Excel and database capabilities.
- Strong initiative and work ethic; willingness to learn, ask questions, and accept guidance and feedback.
- Professional presence and strong written and oral communication skills.
- Must reside within a 60-mile radius of the Carmel, Indiana corporate office and be able to work at that office.
- Work may not be performed from outside the United States.
Nice To Haves
- Interest in pursuing the CFA designation in the future.
- Knowledge of VBA.
Responsibilities
- Assist with identifying attractive investment opportunities in ABS, RMBS, and CMBS.
- Support monitoring existing positions using servicing data, sector research, and discussions with market participants.
- Use vendor tools such as Intex and Bloomberg to generate and evaluate cash flows.
- Evaluate pricing and performance attribution and support communication of sources of return.
- Continuously evaluate capital markets trends that affect the securitized sector.
- Follow capital markets and investment trends that affect fixed income markets.
- Work with investment team members, including Portfolio Managers and Traders, to facilitate effective investment decision-making.
- Continuously develop skills using company-supported internal and external resources.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Performance-based bonus or sales incentive.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
- Paid time off and 10 corporate holidays.
- Paid parental leave.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Mental and financial well-being resources.
- Eligible for CNO’s performance-based annual bonus program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
