• Job Description

  Req#: R000102687

  As a member of Guardian’s Investment Risk department within the Enterprise Risk Management function, the candidate will provide second line of defense oversight of Guardian’s General Account and its various subsidiaries. The individual will focus on portfolio credit risk modelling capabilities but will have broader responsibilities including portfolio oversight, surveillance, reporting, and ad hoc projects related to the Financial Risk profile of the company. This will be a highly visible role with heavy interaction with the Investment Teams and other functions across the Enterprise.

  You will

  • Focus on enhancement of analytical modeling capabilities (Credit, Risk Appetite, Limits, etc)

  • Support and enhance existing Investment Risk activities such as portfolio surveillance and reporting

  • Provide support and analytics to broader Enterprise Risk management function

  You are

  • Curious and self-starting.

  • Technically proficient with background in credit risk as well as the ability to communicate and present advanced analytical information to various audiences.

  • Technical skills include the ability to build (or learn how to) tools for data management, analytics and modelling, and front-end reporting.

  • Working knowledge of multiple asset classes and the primary risk drivers. Ability to build relationships with key stakeholders is key.

  You have

  • 5-10 years of experience – Insurance, Risk, Investment experience a plus

  • Knowledge or experience with Database Management Tools (Access, SQL, etc)

  • Credit Modelling experience (Python, Excel/VBA, or other)

  • Multi-Asset class knowledge base (Public & Private Bonds, Commercial Real Estate, Securitized Products)

  • Great communication skills with ability to partner with relevant business units and “Can Do” attitude

  • Proficient in PowerPoint

  Reporting Relationship

  As our Senior Lead, Credit Risk, you will report to our Head of Investment Risk, who reports to our Chief Risk Officer.

  Location

  Hybrid role – Guardian office- Hudson Yards, NYC – 2 days in office, 3 days WFH

  Salary Range

  $143,150.00 - $235,175.00

  The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.

  Our Promise

  At Guardian, you’ll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals. Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.

  Inspire Well-Being

  As part of Guardian’s Purpose – to inspire well-being – we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues.

  Health Care

  • Choice of [high deductible/copay] medical plans* with prescription drugs, including coverage for fertility and transgender inclusive benefits

  • Dental plan

  • Vision plan

  • Health care accounts – flexible spending, health reimbursement, and health savings accounts

  • Critical illness insurance

  Life and Disability Insurance

  • Company-paid Life and Disability insurance plus voluntary supplemental coverage

  • Accident insurance

  Retirement and Financial

  • 401(k) retirement plan with a company match, plus an annual age/service-based Company contribution and an annual profit-sharing contribution, if applicable

  • Complimentary 1:1 financial guidance with a licensed Fidelity representative

  Time Off and Remote Work

  • Flexible work arrangements (part in-person/part remote)

  • Unlimited paid time off for most roles plus time off for volunteering, jury duty, voting, and bereavement

  • Personal holidays for colleagues to use in recognition of religious, cultural, or civic days

  • Paid parental leave and paid family and medical leave policies

  Emotional Well-being and Work-Life

  • Emotional well-being, mental health, and work/life resources powered by Spring Health

  • Wellness programs, including fitness program and equipment reimbursement

  • Child, adult, and elder back-up care support through Bright Horizons

  • Adoption assistance

  • College planning

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Student loan assistance

  • Commuter benefits in select metropolitan areas

  Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (J.E.D.I.)

  • Employee Resource Groups that advocate for inclusion and diversity

  • J.E.D.I. certification and training programs

  • Matching gifts/volunteering

  Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.

  Equal Employment Opportunity

  Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

  Accommodations

  Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact applicant_accommodation@glic.com .

• About the company

  The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America is one of the largest mutual life insurance companies in the world.

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