Pacific Life is investing in bright, agile and diverse talent to contribute to our mission of innovating our business and creating a superior customer experience. We're actively seeking a talented Market Risk Analyst to join our Corporate Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) team in Newport Beach. This role can be on-site, hybrid, or 100% remote.
Pacific Life's (PL) Market Risk Management function is an important element of the Corporate enterprise risk management department (ERM) and this role will be supporting the day-to-day oversight of PL's market risk exposures and mitigation activities It will have a broad view of market risk across the organization by working closely with the division, Investment and Treasury teams in the monitoring, measuring and mitigation of market risk across PL. Additionally, as PL's ALM, finance, actuarial functions are transforming, an important aspect of the job will be to enhance and modernize the market risk management function. To achieve this objective, the role will work closely with the ALM, actuarial and investment leadership across the enterprise. This individual will report directly to the VP - Market Risk within Corporate ERM.
How you will make an impact:
- Utilize enhanced Analytics and Risk Monitoring activities to:
- Manage processes and methodology to ensure consistent, aggregable, frequent and high-quality market risk measurement
- Design, develop, and implement methods to track and report market risk exposure and effectiveness of risk mitigation
- Provide necessary modeling and what-if analysis to test enterprise-wide exposures and mitigation
- Prepare aggregate market risk reporting materials to ERC, Board, and external stakeholder management (e.g. rating agency meetings, due diligence materials)
- Support governance activities to:
- Lead the 2nd line of defense's effective review and challenge key market assumptions, modeling and results
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of enterprise market risk policy/standards and enterprise-level limits
- Assist Head of Market Risk in oversight for market risk exposure and mitigation activities, including related policies and standards.
- Support division market risk teams by providing tools, metrics and governance for teams to make informed, consistent and transparent ALM decisions in a timely manner
- Bridge the ALM functions across the enterprise through:
- Uniting ALM teams across the enterprise to facilitate sharing of risk information across functional lines, resulting in an integrated risk management effort and operational efficiencies.
- Supporting of ALM teams to ensure productivity through clear expectations, removing obstacles, and providing resources, quality decisions & delivering results
- Provide expert advice and support to division ALM and investment teams/functions on market-risk related matters (financial modernization efforts, centrally established assumptions, risk policies/standards)
- Represent ERM in financial modernization efforts involving risk data, modeling and reporting
The experience you will bring:
- Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Economics, Finance, Actuarial Science, Statistics, or related degree
- Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA), preferred
- 4+years of experience
- Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills with innate curiosity and attention to detail
- Highly organized with strong time management skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong technical skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with one or more of the following: SQL, Python, R, VBA
What will make you stand out:
- Demonstrate the ability to quickly acquire and understand new concepts, technologies, and processes relevant to the role
- Prior experience in Risk Management, Asset and Liability Management
- Prior experience using data transformation and visualization tools such as Tableau, Alteryx, or Power BI
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Base Pay Range:
The base pay range noted provides a basis to determine the appropriate offer dependent upon several factors including but not limited to geographic location, experience, skills, education and pay equity. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.
$103,000.00 - $128,800.00 - $173,900.00
Your Benefits Start Day 1
Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we're committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we've got you covered.
- Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents
- Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program
- Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation
EEO Statement:
Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.
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Pacific Life Insurance Company
Pacific Life Insurance Company is a reputable and long-standing provider of life insurance, annuities, and investment solutions. With a rich history spanning over 150 years, Pacific Life has established itself as a trusted name in the industry, known for its financial strength and stability. Actuaries play a crucial role at Pacific Life, utilizing their expertise in risk assessment and management to develop innovative and competitive products. They analyze vast amounts of data, conduct in-depth calculations, and employ advanced statistical models to determine appropriate pricing and risk levels for insurance and investment offerings. Actuaries collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including underwriters and product managers, to ensure the company's products meet the needs of its diverse customer base. Pacific Life recognizes the value of continuous professional development and supports its actuaries in pursuing actuarial exams and further enhancing their skills. Through comprehensive training programs, mentorship opportunities, and access to industry seminars, actuaries at Pacific Life can stay at the forefront of the field and expand their knowledge. Joining Pacific Life as an actuary means becoming part of a dynamic and inclusive work environment, dedicated to innovation and excellence. Actuaries can expect competitive compensation packages, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive culture that values work-life balance. By joining Pacific Life, actuaries have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and families by helping them secure their financial future with reliable insurance and investment solutions.