Senior Insurance Portfolio Architect

Mercer; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 155,000 - 310,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercer is hiring a Senior Portfolio Manager for the US Insurance Group to oversee insurance portfolios and align with liabilities, capital and regulatory goals. The role emphasizes multi-asset, fixed income and private markets, with integration into Mercer’s governance and investment philosophy, working closely with insurers and consultants across the US.

You will lead portfolio construction, manager selection and the design of innovative insurance investment solutions, while mentoring junior

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Insurance investor requirements and liability-driven investing.
• Ability to construct portfolios matching liability profiles with asset duration and cash flows.
• Experience with private markets and a broad fixed income toolkit.
• Proven ability to lead, influence and collaborate across Mercer and Marsh teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day investment solutions for Insurance clients within Mercer governance and process.
• Oversee manager research, guidelines and ongoing discussions with asset managers.
• Present to clients and committees with clear market and portfolio insights.
• Collaborate with insurance strategy specialists and back/middle offices for execution.
• Design and diligence new insurance-specific investment vehicles and solutions.

Skills

Insurance expertise

Multi-asset investing

Fixed income

Private markets

Manager selection

Portfolio construction

Regulatory awareness

Client communication

Leadership

Cross-team collaboration

Tools

Clearwater

Job description

Mercer is hiring a Senior Portfolio Manager for the US Insurance Group to oversee insurance portfolios and align with liabilities, capital and regulatory goals. The role emphasizes multi-asset, fixed income and private markets, with integration into Mercer’s governance and investment philosophy, working closely with insurers and consultants across the US.

You will lead portfolio construction, manager selection and the design of innovative insurance investment solutions, while mentoring junior