VP Corporate Development

We are driven to do more. More for our customers and the financial professionals who offer our products. If you are driven to do more and love the challenge of pursuing more, Athene is your kind of company. You will find we offer more than the basics to create an inclusive and dynamic work environment at our various locations.Purpose:The VP, Corporate Development manages transaction underwriting and execution of reinsurance and mergers and acquisitions transactions to maximize value and support Athene’s overall strategy. The successful candidate will lead a technical pricing team through the full transaction life cycle; interfacing directly with executives and industry and functional experts to evaluate key business drivers and assumptions to determine deal potential. Key activities include: conducting financial analysis/evaluation, leading and managing the due diligence, analyzing actuarial experience and setting assumptions, pricing, structuring, preparing reports/recommendations, and participating in post-closing deal integration and transition.Accountabilities:Lead the overall transaction underwriting process, management and decision-making to ensure Athene maximizes short, medium and long-term profitability and shareholder returns of potential dealsCreate, or supervise the creation of, pricing models for each proposed transactionAnalyze due diligence materials including Actuarial appraisals, Confidential Information memoranda, policy forms, Cash Flow Testing memoranda, and insurance liability cash flowsLead the development of experience analysis, assumptions setting, and other key inputs within transaction diligence and pricingIdentify, pursue and execute on structural solutions to improve transaction economicsLead the preparation of internal deal documents such as the Transaction Memorandum and materials for the management approval process (Large Case Approval Committee)Develop and cultivate relationships with external partners and consultants to ensure targeted outcomes are achieved from transactions, recognizing local market drivers and influencesLiaise with Executive Committee and key stakeholders to ensure understanding of all operational and financial risks and commitments for identified transactionsDevelop, recommend and implement effective pricing methodology and framework to stress test prospective deals to ensure transaction is value creatingPrepare business cases, communications, and reports on deal progress including descriptions of findings, both positive and negativeLead cross organizational project teams through due diligence and assimilation processes by collaborating with key internal partners (Actuarial, HR, Legal, Finance, Tax/Compliance, IT, and Operations), subject matter experts and external partiesPartner and engage with key stakeholders across the organization to support the development and implementation of new transactionsPartner with internal departments (Finance, Legal, etc.) to continue to monitor post-deal activities to measure expected vs. actual outcomesAct as a consistent team player who effectively works across Athene to advance firm’s goals while assisting with the development of junior talentPeer review work product created by others in the Corporate Development departmentMaintain appropriate levels of confidentialityQualifications and Experience:10+ years of experience in the life insurance or reinsurance industry or investment banking background with significant experience in the financial services / insurance sector5+ years of demonstrated leadership experienceBachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Finance or related field. Preferred Society of Actuaries ASA or FSAExtensive knowledge of US STAT Reserving, reinsurance, and M&A practices, including corporate M&A, private equity, due diligence, post deal integration, tax consulting and planning, transaction structuring, restructuring, strategy formulation and financial modelingSignificant experience with life insurance and/or annuities with expertise in transaction pricing models, liability management, actuarial assumption setting and accounting (STAT and GAAP)Ideal candidate has U.S. Stat, GAAP, Bermuda EBS and U.S tax accounting knowledge and familiarity with other global solvency regimes is a benefitStrong record of leading and completing successful transactionsStrategic thinker with intellectual curiosity; has creative insight and ability to develop new ideas beyond already analyzed options, understand broad corporate impacts, and focus on company objectivesAdvanced user of Microsoft Excel, with the ability to embed good organization and high levels of flexibility and auditability in large projectsExperience with actuarial systems, such as MG ALFA, Polysystems or GGY AXISExpert communicator with ability to appropriately influence and build consensus, engage and negotiate with executive management both internally and externallyStrong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and lead multi-disciplinary teams to deliver project outcomes over long periods of timeAbility to travel will be required, potentially with short notice based on transaction deal need$271,560.00 - $407,340.00 USD AnnualAnnual Salary for this role is market competitive. Actual salary for all roles will be based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Depending on the role, a discretionary bonus plan or variable sales incentive may be included.Drive. Discipline. Confidence. Focus. Commitment. Learn more about working at Athene.Athene is a Military Friendly Employer! Learn more about how we support our Veterans.Athene is committed to inclusion and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.SummaryLocation: New York, New York; Greenwich, ConnecticutType: Full time