VP Flow Reinsurance

Athene•New York City, NY

About The Position

The VP Flow Reinsurance role drives Athene’s growth by leading the development, execution and ongoing management of global reinsurance transactions. The role shapes transaction strategy, builds strategic counterparty relationships and guides complex opportunities from initial evaluation through closing and ongoing performance management. It also provides leadership and oversight for Pension Group Annuity initiatives, partnering across the business to support disciplined growth, effective execution and strong financial outcomes. The position offers the opportunity to influence significant business decisions, drawing on Athene’s scale and Apollo partnership with an entrepreneurial approach to growth and innovation. The leader is expected to demonstrate accountability, develop talent and model Athene’s BEAM values. The VP leads transaction strategy and execution, including identifying opportunities aligned with growth objectives and overseeing due diligence, valuation, bidding, structuring, negotiation, closing and post-close reviews. The role leads engagement with third-party clients and counterparties on product opportunities, pricing and rate strategies, market developments and partnership opportunities. It also partners with business leaders to guide Pension Group Annuity growth priorities, evaluate transactions and oversee execution and ongoing performance in coordination with Actuarial, Investments, Finance, Risk, Legal and Operations. The role guides transaction analysis and executive decisions, challenges assumptions, assesses financial and strategic implications, and oversees recommendations and approval materials for senior management and the Board of Directors. It translates complex actuarial, accounting, regulatory and capital considerations into clear business recommendations. The VP establishes transaction review standards, internal controls and performance measures; anticipates emerging risks and market changes; and applies AI, automation and other tools to improve analysis, documentation and execution while protecting confidential information. The VP sets priorities, aligns resources, holds teams accountable, develops professionals and emerging leaders, resolves complex issues and influences stakeholders to advance business objectives.

Requirements

10+ years of corporate development, reinsurance, insurance transactions or relevant professional experience is preferred.
At least 5 years of formal or informal leadership experience.
Demonstrated success leading complex financial services or insurance transactions, including due diligence, financial analysis, structuring, negotiation and execution.
Strong understanding of annuity and/or life insurance economics.
Knowledge of Pension Group Annuity and pension risk transfer transactions, with the ability to guide business priorities, assess opportunities and oversee execution with technical and operational leaders.
Strong understanding of insurance accounting, capital and regulatory frameworks across relevant markets, and the ability to evaluate actuarial analyses, projected cash flows and transaction risks.
Ability to develop talent, lead across functions and influence executives and counterparties.
Critical thinking, commercial judgment, adaptability, a bias for action, and the ability to apply AI and analytical tools responsibly.
Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Economics, Finance, Actuarial Science or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

A professional actuarial or financial designation is preferred.

Responsibilities

Identify and prioritize transaction opportunities aligned with Athene’s growth objectives.
Oversee transaction due diligence, valuation, bidding, structuring, negotiation, closing and post-close reviews, with accountability for execution quality and financial outcomes.
Lead engagement with third-party clients and counterparties on product opportunities, pricing and rate strategies, market developments and ways to deepen partnerships.
Partner with business leaders to guide Pension Group Annuity growth priorities, evaluate transaction opportunities, and oversee execution and ongoing performance.
Coordinate Pension Group Annuity work with Actuarial, Investments, Finance, Risk, Legal and Operations.
Challenge transaction assumptions, assess financial and strategic implications, and oversee recommendations and approval materials for senior management and the Board of Directors.
Translate actuarial, accounting, regulatory and capital considerations into clear business recommendations.
Establish transaction review standards, internal controls and performance measures; anticipate emerging risks and market changes.
Apply AI, automation and other tools to improve analysis, documentation and execution while protecting confidential information.
Set priorities, align resources and hold teams accountable for results; develop professionals and emerging leaders, resolve complex issues and influence stakeholders.