Senior Associate

Job Classification: Investment Management - Investments Prudential CIO: Senior Associate – Japan Operations Portfolio Management (GPM) Global Portfolio Management (GPM), a team within Prudential’s CIO Organization, coordinates and oversees portfolio management for Prudential’s insurance businesses around the world. Each international business is subject to specific capital regimes, investment universes, regulatory structures, and support requirements which CIO addresses individually. In addition, Prudential (the “Company”) relies on GPM’s Investment expertise to evaluate new investment opportunities as it seeks strategic opportunities for growth and income enhancement. This Newark-based position will focus on Prudential’s Japanese-domiciled portfolios, with some responsibility for portfolios supporting business reinsured from Japan to the United States. The position reports to the Investment Senior Vice President, Head of Japan Operations Portfolio Management. The position will contribute to a team that directly supports the Head of Global Portfolio Management. The current EWA for this position is Hybrid and requires your on-site presence as determined by your business. Your manager will provide additional details relative to the specific number of days you are expected to be on-site. What you can expect: Collaborate with a team that includes representatives from the investment staff of our foreign-domiciled insurance businesses in with creating asset liability management-focused investment policies and portfolio strategies. Support the development and implementation of annual investment plans, and periodic updates of those plans. Design and develop reports that provide critical information to senior management related to our investments and the performance of those investments. Support the development of appropriate investment strategies for each portfolio. Act as a liaison between GPM and local teams. Collaborate with local investment teams on portfolio management topics: o Asset/liability management and portfolio construction o Analytic and implementation support for new investment initiatives, transactions and product development initiatives o Monitoring, reviewing, and selection of new asset managers o Follow market developments and understand how they impact the portfolio and strategy o Research relative value opportunities from a qualitative and quantitative perspective Prepare senior management presentations related to the investment portfolio and key initiatives Analyze positions and ALM positioning for our USD, JPY and AUD portfolios (along with smaller portfolios in other currencies). Evaluate new asset classes and opportunities to enhance portfolio performance and diversification. Lead and coordinate with local investment teams, Finance, Actuarial, Risk Management, Operations/ Systems, and other stakeholders in the development of portfolio analytics and reporting capabilities. Provide technical advice and support to local investment officers on portfolio management/investment issues. Evaluate product hedging requirements and related pricing considerations. Build quantitative analytic and reporting capabilities Facilitate and support an appropriate governance process and streamlined communication in all investment-related matters back to Prudential Support, facilitate and influence our Joint Ventures partners to establish an appropriate governance framework aligned with Prudential Operating Principles, including IPS and local Investment Committees. Represent GPM in portfolio performance review meetings, asset manager discussions, portfolio strategy meetings, and meetings focused on asset liability management. Due to time zone differences, meetings may be held in early morning or in the evening. Collaborate with affiliated and unaffiliated asset managers to understand market conditions, trends, and opportunities. Coordinate foreign currency and other portfolio transactions and risk-hedging positions on behalf of our major international insurance operations. Partner with other International Insurance functional representatives and corporate partners (e.g., Enterprise Risk Management, Corporate Actuarial, Treasury, and Finance) in addressing issues impacting Japan Operations portfolios. Other duties as assigned. What you'll need: 7 years of portfolio management or investment analysis experience within a financial services organization. A BS/BA degree (or demonstrated proficiency) in a highly quantitative field such as statistics, mathematics, business, engineering, economics, computer science, finance, accounting or a similar quantitative subject area Ability to contribute to projects and initiatives as a team member, leader, or subject matter expert A motivated, confident, curious personality and a desire to be challenged. The ability to work well both individually and as part of a team. Understanding of both US capital markets and global markets. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while working on multiple responsibilities. High level of technical skills; including ability to develop complex data models in Excel and exposure to computer programming (Python, R, Excel, Power BI, Tableau). Strong interpersonal skills, clear communication skills, team orientation, and the desire and ability to work with business partners of different national, cultural, and language backgrounds. It’d is a plus if you had: Knowledge of insurance liabilities. Business-level proficiency in Japanese. Note: Prudential is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The salary range for this role is from $160,000 to $190,000. Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills. Roles may also be eligible for additional compensation and/or benefits. Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. In addition, employees are eligible for standard benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental and retirement. What we offer you: Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level. Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave. 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%). Company-funded pension plan. Wellness Programs including up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs. Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development. Education Benefit to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree and many accredited certificate programs. Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Shares can be purchased at 85% of the lower of two prices (Beginning or End of the purchase period), after one year of service. Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. To find out more about our Total Rewards package, visit Work Life Balance | Prudential Careers. Some of the above benefits may not apply to part-time employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week. Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom. Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please email accommodations.hw@prudential.com. If you are experiencing a technical issue with your application or an assessment, please email careers.technicalsupport@prudential.com to request assistance. Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU), a global financial services leader and premier active global investment manager with approximately $1.4 trillion in assets under management as of Dec. 31, 2023, has operations in the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Prudential’s diverse and talented employees help make lives better and create financial opportunity for more people by expanding access to investing, insurance, and retirement security. Prudential’s iconic Rock symbol has stood for strength, stability, expertise and innovation for 150 years. For more information please visit news.prudential.com. Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace Prudential Financial, Inc. serves its customers in more than 40 countries and territories, and we seek talented, creative individuals from a variety of backgrounds, worldviews, and life circumstances to work with us. We are focused on creating a fully inclusive culture, where all employees feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it. At Prudential, employees have a unique opportunity to build their career path by owning their development, their career, and their future. We encourage employees to hone their skills and explore continued opportunities within Prudential. PGIM, the global asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU), is a global investment manager with US $1.3 trillion in assets under management as of Dec. 31, 2023. With offices in 18 countries, PGIM’s businesses offer a range of investment solutions for retail and institutional investors around the world across a broad range of asset classes, including public fixed income, private fixed income, fundamental equity, quantitative equity, real estate, and alternatives. For more information about PGIM, visit pgim.com. Prudential Financial, Inc. (PFI) of the United States is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom, or with Prudential Assurance Company, a subsidiary of M&G plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom. For more information please visit news.prudential.com. PGIM Inc. (PGIM) is the principal asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (PFI), a company incorporated and with its principal place of business in the United States. PFI of the United States is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom or with Prudential Assurance Company, a subsidiary of M&G plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom. Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace Prudential Financial, Inc. serves its customers in more than 40 countries and territories, and we seek talented, creative individuals from a variety of backgrounds, worldviews, and life circumstances to work with us. We are focused on creating a fully inclusive culture, where all employees feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it. At Prudential, employees have a unique opportunity to build their career path by owning their development, their career, and their future. We encourage employees to hone their skills and explore continued opportunities within Prudential.

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