Senior Associate, PGA Solutions Development

Overview The Senior Associate – Solutions Development Specialist supports Athene’s Pension Group Annuities (PGA) platform, focusing on the origination, structuring, and positioning of insurance-based solutions for pension plan sponsors. Accountabilities Originate opportunities and support bespoke pension risk transfer and balance sheet solutions for large pension plan sponsors. Develop creative de‑risking strategies for U.S. corporate defined benefit pension plans, public sector pension plans, and international pension markets (e.g., Japan and the UK). Incubate, test, and bring new pension solutions to market from concept development through execution, supported by market analysis, competitive positioning, and go‑to‑market narratives. Assist with transaction structuring, pricing support, and internal approval processes for large and complex pension group annuity transactions. Collaborate with Apollo to originate corporate pipeline by leveraging sponsor and advisor relationships to identify opportunities for differentiated Athene solutions. Lead development of high-impact presentations and written materials to socialize, position, and explain solutions with senior leadership, clients, and advisors. Qualifications and Experience Exceptional presentation, storytelling, and communication skills (visual and written). Strong financial and analytical foundation, with the ability to synthesize information and explain trade‑offs clearly. Comfort managing multiple initiatives in a fast‑paced, transaction‑oriented insurance environment. Bachelor’s degree required; finance, economics, math, or related background preferred. 6+ years of experience in corporate development, strategy, management consulting, investment banking, or other transaction‑oriented roles. Pension or broader insurance industry experience strongly preferred. Additional Details Willingness to travel (~10%). Annual salary: $133,472.80 – $200,209.20 USD (market competitive). Actual salary will be based on 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. Equal Opportunity Statement Athene is a Military Friendly Employer. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Athene