Senior Derivatives Analyst

Description and Requirements
The Opportunity
This position, Derivatives Senior Derivatives Analyst, will join the settlements team in the Derivatives Middle Office. The team owns derivative settlements platform and handles derivative and collateral cash security settlements. The individual will have a high level of derivatives expertise and will work with external and internal stakeholders in a team environment to support MetLife's derivative businesses as well as contribute to and lead company initiatives.
Key Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end derivative and collateral settlements including confirming amounts with counterparties, research discrepancies, entering settlement instructions in collateral and derivative systems, and initiating wires in the treasury system.
• Understands portfolio structures and some experience in handling large number of bank accounts.
• Knowledge of derivative & collateral products to investigate cash and security settlement breaks.
• Maintain relationships with external stakeholders - custodians, counterparties and vendors.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams which include trading, valuations, back office IT operations finance, legal for project and trouble-shoot day to day settlement discrepancies.
• Good Knowledge of Excel/VBA to work on month and quarter end reports.
• Work with Derivatives IT teams on enhancing existing & new business initiative projects within Derivative Middle Office Settlements.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years relevant experience.
• B.S. Degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Business Management, or other related field of expertise
• Good problem-solving, control, project, and collaborative skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Adherence to high standards of business ethics, conduct, and behavior
• Knowledge of CALYPSO, Murex, or similar treasury systems (Kyriba)

Preferred Qualifications

• Treasury experience is desirable.

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.
Location Expectation: This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days per week in office.
The expected salary range for this position is $74,500 - $95,000. This role may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation. All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.
Benefits We Offer
Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more!
About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World's 25 Best Workplaces™, as well as the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world's leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our core values - Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Deliver Impact Over Activity, and Think Ahead - we're inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it's #AllTogetherPossible . Join us!
MetLife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law ("protected characteristics").
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MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.
$74,500 - $95,000
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