AVP, Portfolio Manager

Job Purpose The Assistant Vice President, Insurance Portfolio Manager is a core investment professional within the Insurance Portfolio Management (IPM) team, supporting the construction, oversight, and day‑to‑day management of customized insurance company portfolios. The role is focused on translating insurance client objectives, balance‑sheet constraints, and regulatory considerations into portfolio construction decisions across public and private fixed income markets, under the guidance of senior portfolio managers. This position is intended for a developing portfolio manager with a strong foundation in fixed income markets and a growing understanding of insurance investment frameworks. The role combines hands‑on portfolio analytics and execution with increasing responsibility for client support, cross‑sector coordination, and independent judgment. Key Responsibilities Portfolio Construction & Management Support Support the design, implementation, and ongoing management of multi‑sector fixed income portfolios for life and P&C insurance clients, aligned with liability profiles, capital objectives, liquidity needs, and risk tolerances. Assist in translating investment guidelines, ALM targets, and regulatory constraints into portfolio construction inputs, including sector allocation recommendations, structure selection, and risk positioning. Execute portfolio rebalancing, cash deployment, turnover management, and trade implementation in coordination with senior portfolio managers, trading desks, and sector teams. Perform relative value analysis across public and private fixed income asset classes, incorporating spread, capital efficiency, liquidity, and downside risk considerations. Insurance Frameworks & Portfolio Surveillance Apply working knowledge of insurance regulatory and accounting frameworks, including NAIC RBC, statutory accounting (SAP), and U.S. GAAP, to portfolio analysis and reporting. Monitor portfolios for guideline compliance, concentration limits, capital usage, and performance attribution; expedite issues and recommendations to senior portfolio managers as appropriate. Support portfolio surveillance, stress testing, and risk reporting processes used across insurance mandates. Assist in maintaining and enhancing portfolio analytics, dashboards, and reporting tools. Client & Stakeholder Support Support senior portfolio managers in servicing insurance clients, including preparation of investment reviews, portfolio commentary, ad hoc analyses, and responses to client inquiries. Participate in client meetings, investment committee discussions, and due diligence sessions, contributing analytical insights and portfolio detail. Assist with RFP responses, pitch materials, and the development of proposed insurance investment solutions. Cross‑Functional Coordination & Development Coordinate investment activity across asset sector teams to support portfolio objectives and timely execution. Work closely with risk, operations, accounting, compliance, and data teams to resolve portfolio, reporting, or data issues. Mentor and collaborate with analysts, contributing to team knowledge‑sharing and analytical rigor. Identify opportunities to improve portfolio construction workflows, analytics, and automation as experience and responsibility grow. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related quantitative discipline. Approximately 4–7 years of relevant experience in fixed income portfolio management, portfolio analytics, or related investment roles; insurance company general account experience preferred but not required. Solid foundation in public and private fixed income markets, including corporate credit, securitized products, and structured investments. Working knowledge of insurance investment considerations, including NAIC RBC, statutory and GAAP accounting, and asset‑liability management concepts. Progress toward or completion of the CFA designation strongly preferred. Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to evaluate risk, return, and capital trade‑offs. Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present analyses to senior team members and clients. Collaborative, detail‑oriented professional with a strong work ethic and desire to grow into a senior portfolio management role. Compensation & Pay Disclosure Annual base salary range: $130,000 – $150,000. In addition to base salary, Voya offers incentive opportunities (annual cash incentives, sales incentives, and/or long‑term incentives) based on the role to reward the achievement of annual performance objectives. Actual compensation offered may vary based on geographic location, experience, education, licensure, and skill level. Benefits Health, dental, vision and life insurance plans 401(k) Savings plan with generous company matching contributions (up to 6%) Voya Retirement Plan – employer paid cash balance retirement plan (4%) Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year Paid time off – including 20 days paid time off, nine paid company holidays and a flexible Diversity Celebration Day Paid volunteer time — 40 hours per calendar year Critical Skills Customer Focused – passionate drive to delight customers and offer unique solutions that deliver on their expectations. Critical Thinking – thoughtful process of analyzing data and problem solving to reach a well‑reasoned solution. Team Mentality – partnering effectively to drive culture and execute shared goals. Business Acumen – appreciation and understanding of the financial services industry to make sound decisions. Learning Agility – openness to new ways of thinking and acquiring new skills to retain a competitive advantage. Equal Employment Opportunity Voya Financial is an equal‑opportunity employer. Voya Financial provides equal opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of race, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other status protected by state or local law. Reasonable Accommodations Voya is committed to the inclusion of all qualified individuals. 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