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Role Value Proposition:

Based in Whippany, New Jersey, MetLife Investment Management ("MIM") is one of the largest institutional investors and asset managers in the world, with approximately $600 billion in combined managed assets. MIM has been ranked a "Best Places to Work in Money Management" by Pensions & Investments for four consecutive years and has consistently generated superior returns for both policyholders and shareholders. The enterprise has more than 850 dedicated professionals with experience and expertise in all asset classes, with a strength in public and private fixed income and private assets, including private equity and real estate. Visit us at www.metlife.com/investments to learn more.

The Associate will support the Insurance Asset Management team in delivering customized investment solutions for insurance clients. This role bridges strategic portfolio advisory with analytical execution, providing exposure to asset allocation, ALM (Asset-Liability Management), portfolio optimization, and regulatory considerations. The Associate will collaborate with senior leaders, portfolio managers, and insurance specialists to help implement portfolio strategies and support client engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

* Assist in the development, implementation, tracking, and reporting of investment strategies, including new money portfolio construction, ALM, and hedging solutions.

* Assist with allocations across asset sectors per ALM objectives, regulatory compliance, and other constraints.

* Prepare client-ready materials, presentations, and reports for internal and external stakeholders.

* Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of investment solutions with client objectives related to return, risk, capital, and accounting.

* Maintain strong attention to detail while managing multiple projects in a dynamic environment.

* Conduct research and analysis on investment activities, insurance regulatory frameworks, industry trends, and market insights to better inform strategic and tactical decisions.

* Support product development initiatives and contribute to portfolio optimization projects.

Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills:

Required:

* 2-3 years of relevant experience.

* Strong academic record and demonstrated interest in investment management and insurance markets.

* Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills; comfortable interacting with management-level professionals.

* Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with a strong work ethic and integrity.

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with tools like Copilot

* Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred:

* Bachelor’s degree in an applicable business-related field required, MBA, CFA or equivalent preferred

* Knowledge of asset-liability management concepts, portfolio construction, and insurance regulatory frameworks.

* Familiarity with investment products across fixed income, equities, and alternatives.

* Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to new challenges.

* VBA, Python, SQL expertise is a plus.

At MetLife, we’re leading the global transformation of an industry we’ve long defined. United in purpose, diverse in perspective, we’re dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our customers.

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