Position Description:

This position will provide analysis on investments in the structured securities asset class to ensure portfolio managers receive accurate information and strong recommendations. Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis on products including mortgage-backed securities, asset backed securities, and collateralized loan obligations.

Position Location:

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

What you do:

Provide review, analysis, and recommendations on investments to the portfolio manager and other leaders. Make decisions based on risk/reward, relative value, and performance against a benchmark.
Monitor and analyze existing portfolio of investments, relying heavily on a data centric and mathematics centric approach.
Maintain research on assigned asset class and asset types.
Maintain effective partnerships with internal and external partners.
Maintain knowledge of applicable investment guidelines, laws, statues, and regulations. Review, follow, and update policies and procedures.
Assist in performing special investment and reporting projects as assigned.
Utilize tools including Aladdin and Intex for risk modeling and cash flow modeling.
Assess and price risk against a given benchmark, to determine risk adjusted value.

What you bring:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Mathematics, Finance, Computer Science or similar majors desired.
3-5 years related experience required. Previous experience in data analysis, investment analysis, or other related fields required.
CFA Charterholder desired.
Experience with Python, R, or other similar languages desired.
Experience with Intex and Aladdin 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.

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