Vice President, Macro Research

Job Description

Job Description

About Aquarian

Aquarian Holdings ("Aquarian") is a diversified global holding company with a strategic portfolio of insurance and asset management solutions.

Aquarian Insurance Holdings acquires and operates insurance companies with a focus on life and annuity underwriting, deploying strategies to grow balance sheet profitability by writing new insurance/reinsurance, improving investment income, and optimizing operations. After launching in 2017, Aquarian finalized its first investment in 2018 in Investors Heritage, a regional life insurer domiciled in Kentucky that focuses on pre-need policies. Working closely with management, Aquarian helped the company grow with expanded product offerings and distribution channels, building on its 60-year track record of exceptional client service.

Aquarian continued to deepen its expertise and grow its existing offerings in insurance and reinsurance through its acquisitions of Hudson Life and Annuity Company in 2021 and Somerset Re in 2022.

Aquarian Investments complements the insurance operations , combining best practices from the world’s leading financial services firms with its own distinct strategy, approach, and organizational culture. Aquarian has continued to expand into alternative assets and private credit through the launches of Aquarian Liquid Credit, Aquarian Strategic Opportunities, Aquarian Private Credit, and Aquarian Real Estate Partners.

Aquarian has since grown its business to approximately $25.8 billion in AUM, with 40 investment professionals, multiple funds, and insurance and reinsurance companies, all committed to providing meaningful investment opportunities to millions of people.

In November 2025, Aquarian announced the signing of a definitive merger agreement under which an affiliate will acquire Brighthouse Financial in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $4.1 billion. Brighthouse is one of the largest providers of annuities and life insurance in the U.S., with approximately $208 billion of AUM. Following the anticipated close of the transaction in 2026, Brighthouse Financial will operate as a standalone entity within the Aquarian portfolio.

Position Overview

Aquarian Holdings is seeking a Vice President to join its Macro & Market Research team. Reporting to the Head of Macro Research, this individual will be responsible for conducting market and macroeconomic research, analyzing equity and credit market developments, and producing recurring thought leadership pieces on economic and market trends.

The ideal candidate will bring experience from a sell-side research platform, strategy team, or markets desk and possess a strong understanding of fixed income markets, credit products, and the broader macroeconomic landscape. This individual should be a skilled writer who can synthesize complex market developments into thoughtful, well-articulated research and market commentary.

Working closely with investment professionals across the firm, the successful candidate will help identify emerging themes, evaluate market developments, and contribute research that supports investment decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Market & Macro Research

  • Monitor and analyze equity, credit, currency and other macroeconomic developments across global markets to inform Aquarian investment teams.

  • Track economic data releases, central bank policy, market positioning, and broader macro market trends.

  • Conduct thematic research on topics relevant to Aquarian's investment activities.

  • Identify emerging market risks and opportunities through both qualitative and quantitative analysis.

  • Develop views on market developments and synthesize findings into actionable research.

  • Mentor and develop junior analyst.

• Thought Leadership

  • Produce recurring market commentary and macroeconomic thought pieces.

  • Author research reports and thematic analyses on topics impacting global equity, credit, and currency markets.

  • Translate market developments and economic trends into clear, concise written insights.

  • Collaborate with investment teams to develop research pieces on themes relevant to portfolio positioning and investment opportunities.

• Investment Team Partnership

  • Serve as a research resource for investment professionals across the firm.

  • Participate in discussions surrounding market developments and investment themes.

  • Support investment teams through data analysis, market research, and thematic workstreams.

  • Contribute independent perspectives on macroeconomic and market developments.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in sell-side research, fixed income strategy, macro strategy, or a related markets-focused role.

• Strong understanding of fixed income markets and macroeconomic trends.

• Demonstrated experience producing written market research and commentary.

• Ability to analyze economic and market data and form independent conclusions.

• Excellent writing, communication, and analytical skills.

• Advanced Excel and market data platform proficiency (Bloomberg, FactSet, or similar).

• Bachelor's degree required; CFA designation or progress toward CFA is a plus.

Aquarian is an equal opportunity employer. Aquarian is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience and unique perspectives. Aquarian does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, mental or physical handicap or disability, age, citizenship status, alienage, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other criteria prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. Aquarian makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

Compensation Range: $150K - $180K