Managing Director, Strategic Asset Allocation

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RGA is a purpose-driven organization working to solve today’s challenges through innovation and collaboration. A Fortune 200 Company and listed among its World’s Most Admired Companies, we’re the only global reinsurance company to focus primarily on life- and health-related solutions. Join our multinational team of intelligent, motivated, and collaborative people, and help us make financial protection accessible to all.
A Brief Overview
The Managing Director is responsible for leading the execution of legal entity focused strategic asset allocation framework and related strategic projects. The role oversees team activities and portfolio strategy development, with a focus on regulatory capital efficiency and liability and capital aware portfolio management. This role advises and partners with cross functional teams on investment strategy, portfolio implications, and strategic initiatives, ensuring an integrated approach across functions. This leader works closely with RGA's senior leadership teams to ensure alignment with enterprise priorities.
What you will do
Leadership, vision, and execution. RGA Investments is an integral part of RGA’s dynamic business and growth strategy. To maintain a sustainable competitive edge and lead on scaling of our global platform requires delivering results now, aligning organizational design to strategy, hiring and developing talent, and a focus on continuous improvement of our capabilities, data, systems, processes, skills, and global business planning.
Lead initiatives to enhance investment processes, analytics, technology, governance, and operating efficiency, supporting the continued growth and evolution of Strategic Asset Allocation.
Lead the development, maintenance and communication for strategic asset allocation at the enterprise level and for key legal entities with a focus on returns, ALM and capital efficiency
Oversee strategic assessment and execution of investment structures designed to improve portfolio efficiency and support SAA goals
Apply knowledge of assets, liabilities, and capital requirements across statutory, rating agency, and GAAP lenses to progress cross-functional initiatives
Serve as a key liaison between Investments and other RGA departments by collaborating regularly with stakeholders, disseminating information, and socializing advancements in platform
Partner with Derivatives team on derivative strategy design in support of legal entity efficiency and ALM goals
Represent RGA Investments at industry events focused on insurance portfolio management and regulatory jurisdiction updates to promote firm visibility and continual SAA improvement in a rapidly changing environment
Lead initiatives to enhance investment processes, analytics, technology, governance, and operating efficiency, supporting the continued growth and evolution of the platform.
Qualifications
MBA graduate and 10+ years relevant work experience required or
Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in Economics/Finance related field with 15+ years relevant work experience CFA Designation required
Masters, ASA, FSA, or CAIA preferred
5+ Years of insurance credit investing including experience allocating and investing in public corporate bonds, structured securities, private assets, and private equity investments preferred
5+ Years of working with cross functional teams considering multiple factors and business objectives preferred
5+ Years fixed income management experience in an insurance client environment preferred
Strong collaboration and partnership skills with senior stakeholders across investment and corporate functions. required
Expert understanding of investment/market concepts with advanced knowledge of asset liability management required
Expert knowledge of portfolio and fixed income analytics (i.e. sector weightings, portfolio duration, performance attribution, convexity and term structure of interest rates) required
Investigative, analytical and problem-solving skills required
Ability to set goals and handle multiple tasks, clients, and projects simultaneously; Ability to appropriately balance priorities, deadlines, and deliverables required
Demonstrated ability to work well within a team environment and participate in department/team projects required
Highly advanced negotiation skills to assist with internal/external discussions required
Proven ability to translate business needs and problems into viable/accepted solutions required
Expert customer relationship management and change management skills required
Demonstrated ability to drive operational improvements, process enhancements, and organizational effectiveness. required
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience interacting with investment committees and senior leadership. required
Demonstrable track record of the successful implementation of Investment/portfolio/ALM strategies and Strategic Asset Allocation development preferred
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What you can expect from RGA:
Gain valuable knowledge from and experience with diverse, caring colleagues around the world.
Enjoy a respectful, welcoming environment that fosters individuality and encourages pioneering thought.
Join the bright and creative minds of RGA, and experience vast, endless career potential.
We’re excited to get to know you and connect your unique skills with our global opportunities. To create a modern and seamless experience, we use artificial intelligence (AI) in parts of our preliminary screening process. This technology helps us personalize job recommendations, automate interview scheduling, evaluate candidates based solely on experience—without considering name, gender, or other personal details—and provide real-time answers through our chatbot. AI is used only during early screening and never makes hiring decisions. Your RGA recruiter will work closely with you every step of the way to ensure the process feels personal, thoughtful, and focused on you.
Compensation Range:
$215,150.00 - $320,730.00 Annual
Base pay varies depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and market location. In addition, RGA provides an annual bonus plan that includes all roles and some positions are eligible for participation in our long-term equity incentive plan. RGA also maintains a full range of health, retirement, and other employee benefits.
RGA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, gender identity or expression, sex, disability, veteran status, religion, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

Skills
Artificial Intelligence, Negotiation