Risk Analyst- Market Risk Management

Are you interested in the intersection of reinsurance and capital markets? Do you enjoy solving complex problems in a fast-paced environment? Join Swiss Re’s Alternative Capital Partners (ACP) Risk Management team and help oversee one of the most innovative areas of the insurance industry: Insurance-Linked Securities (ILS) and Catastrophe Bonds (Cat Bonds).

About the Role

As a Risk Analyst within ACP Risk Management, you will support the independent oversight of Swiss Re Insurance-Linked Investment Advisors Corporation (SRILIAC), Swiss Re’s third-party asset manager focused on ILS investments.

You will work across quantitative and qualitative risk topics, helping strengthen risk frameworks, improve reporting and analytics, and support effective risk oversight across the business. This role offers broad exposure to reinsurance, capital markets, and asset management within a highly collaborative global team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, monitor, and report portfolio and operational risks across ACP’s third-party asset management activities.
• Support the ongoing development and maintenance of the risk management framework and governance processes.
• Enhance risk analytics, data capabilities, and reporting tools to improve insights and decision-making.
• Design and deliver clear, actionable risk reports for senior stakeholders.
• Partner with teams across Risk Management, operations, and business functions on a range of risk-related topics.
• Contribute to a strong risk culture through collaboration with first-line teams, assurance partners, and senior stakeholders.

About the Team

The ACP Risk Management team provides independent oversight of Swiss Re Group’s third-party asset management platform. The team combines expertise in reinsurance and capital markets to oversee a broad range of financial and operational risks.

You will join a global Market Risk team with colleagues in New York and Zurich, offering strong collaboration, diverse perspectives, and excellent learning opportunities across the reinsurance and ILS markets.

About You

You are analytical, curious, and proactive, with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams. You are comfortable working in a dynamic environment and communicating complex topics clearly to different audiences.

Requirements

• Degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in financial services.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills. Familiarity with SQL or data analytics tools is advantageous.
• Knowledge of Insurance-Linked Securities (ILS) is a plus.

Nice to Have

• Experience in SEC-regulated investment management environments.
• Experience designing or enhancing risk reporting and dashboards.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Positive, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to adapt in a fast-changing environment.

The role will be located in our New York City office. Our company uses a hybrid work model requiring at least three days in the office each week, with the option to work onsite full-time if preferred.  This position is not eligible for full-time telework, relocation assistance or visa sponsorship.

The estimated base salary range for this role is $100,000 to $150,000. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as experience, qualifications, location, and market considerations.Swiss Re follows a total compensation approach, including base salary, incentives, and benefits.