Hedging Director (ALM)

Position Description:

The role combines technical expertise with leadership to drive data-informed product decisions and risk management strategies. A core responsibility will include establishing and strengthening all insurance product hedging programs including variable annuities and index options hedging while developing comprehensive performance reporting for key stakeholders.

The ideal candidate possesses deep knowledge of life and annuity products, demonstrated expertise in both static and dynamic hedging strategies for indexed and variable insurance products, and exceptional communication skills to influence decision-making across all levels of the organization. Success in this role requires both analytic rigor and the proactive ability to translate complex concepts into clear recommendations.

Position Location:

• This is a hybrid role working partially in-office (Lincoln, NE or Cincinnati, OH) and partially from home.
  
  
  

What you do:

• Manage and enhance the Life and Annuity Index Hedging program, including operational components and related product hedges.
• Advocate for actions to be taken by various stakeholders based on ALM (Asset Liability Management) and hedging risks and emerging issues.
• Cultivate a high-performance environment focused on collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Deliver comprehensive reporting to stakeholders on key ALM and hedging metrics.
• Lead the discussion around renewal rate strategy impact on ALM strategy.
  
  
  

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in actuarial science, mathematics, statistics, or equivalent required.
• FSA (Fellow, Society of Actuaries), CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst), CQF (Certificate in Quantitative Finance) designations or equivalent experience required.
• 7-10 years of ALM and/or hedging experience with life or annuity products required.
• Demonstrated ability to drive proactive decisions improving ALM & hedging required.
• Demonstrated ability to influence across departments required.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving capabilities with solution implementation experience required.
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) with ability to present complex concepts to diverse audiences required.
• Advanced knowledge of financial frameworks (GAAP, STAT) and actuarial modeling desired.
• Experience with Prophet desired.
• Ability to build economic models using stochastic processes (both real world and risk neutral) desired.
  
  
  

What we offer:

A Meaningful Mission. Great Benefits. A Vibrant Culture

Ameritas is an insurance, financial services and employee benefits provider Our purpose is fulfilling life. It means helping all kinds of people, at every age and stage, get more out of life.

At Ameritas, you’ll find energizing work challenges. Flexible hybrid work options. Time for family and community. But dig deeper. Benefits at Ameritas cover things you expect -- and things you don’t:

Ameritas Benefits

For your money:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and quarterly contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement and Assistance
• Incentive Program Bonuses
• Competitive Pay
  
  
  

For your time:

• Flexible Hybrid work
• Thrive Days - Personal time off
• Paid time off (PTO)
  
  
  

For your health and well-being:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Well-being programs with financial rewards
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
  
  
  

For your professional growth:

• Professional development programs
• Leadership development programs
• Employee resource groups
• StrengthsFinder Program
  
  
  

For your community:

• Matching donations program
• Paid volunteer time- 8 hours per month
  
  
  

For your family:

• Generous paid maternity leave and paternity leave
• Fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance
• Backup child, elder and pet care support
  
  
  

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Ameritas has a reputation as a company that cares, and because everyone should feel safe bringing their authentic, whole self to work, we’re committed to an inclusive culture and diverse workplace, enriched by our individual differences. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that hires based on qualifications, positive attitude, and exemplary work ethic, regardless of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.