Hybrid Senior Associate - Alternative Assets

Symetra Financial Corporation; Farmington (CT); Hybrid; USD 146,000 - 197,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

401(k) plan with company matching

Paid time away

Company matching

Job summary

Symetra Investment Management (SIM) in Farmington, CT, is seeking a Sr. Associate in Alternative Assets.

The role focuses on sourcing, evaluating, and implementing investments across private equity, private credit, secondaries, and related areas, collaborating with legal/compliance and internal teams. The position requires 5+ years in front-office and alternative asset management, with a strong quantitative background and understanding of insurance frameworks.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a front office role in a bank, insurance company, pension fund, or other asset management firm.
• 5+ years of experience in alternative asset management, with increasing responsibilities.
• Understanding of the insurance company framework and exposure to alternative investments is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate, and implement alternative asset investment opportunities with a focus on risk/return and client considerations.
• Conduct manager due diligence and coordinate with SIM teams.
• Develop relationships with sourcing partners and present internal recommendations.

Skills

Front office experience

Alternative asset management

Financial modeling

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

BS degree in economics/finance/mathematics

Job description

Symetra Investment Management (SIM) in Farmington, CT, is seeking a Sr. Associate in Alternative Assets.

The role focuses on sourcing, evaluating, and implementing investments across private equity, private credit, secondaries, and related areas, collaborating with legal/compliance and internal teams. The position requires 5+ years in front-office and alternative asset management, with a strong quantitative background and understanding of insurance frameworks.