MetLife

Department Overview: MetLife Insurance Investments (MII) manages MetLife’s investment portfolio, developing risk-managed strategies across global markets and asset classes to support business goals, match insurance liabilities, and ensure risk and return alignment. MII's work is integral to MetLife’s legacy, driving returns and long-term stability through meticulous investment and strategic planning. Our asset portfolio represents over a century of disciplined investment experience and foresight. With us, you will design investment solutions and uncover opportunities that drive returns and long-term stability in collaboration with a team of industry leaders. Join us and leave a lasting impact. 

The Role: The Investments Analyst role is in the Global Credit and Equity (GCE) team within MII. GCE is responsible for developing investment strategies, overseeing the GA portfolio from a fundamental credit and equity perspective, and ensuring portfolios are positioned and managed in the best interest of the GA. GCE also independently monitors and identifies areas of concern as well as opportunity and advises on macro allocation. GCE works with MIM to help MetLife meet its insurance business objectives.  

The Investments Analyst will work alongside GCE’s heads of corporate credit, real estate, and structured finance helping oversee various asset sectors including public and private credit, commercial mortgage loans, agricultural loans, real estate equity, structured finance, residential mortgage loans, and alternative investments. They will conduct and communicate analytical work that will support the identification of fundamental risks and opportunities in the general account portfolio and participate in discussions about portfolio positioning.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Support fundamental assessment of existing or prospective investments 
• Review daily external research reports and news, and prepare timely updates 
• Review portfolio dashboards and report on any notable trends 
• Support development of enhanced portfolio reporting capabilities 
• Track portfolio trade activity and communicate relevant findings 
• Actively participate in formal and informal discissions with MIM asset sector teams 
• Analyze industry benchmarking reports and report on key findings and trends 
• Stay up to date on industry regulatory initiatives and produce analysis to support advocacy efforts 
• Participate in ad-hoc projects as needed 

Key Relationships: 

• Reports to: Managing Director, structured products and alternative investments
• Key Stakeholders: MII GCE, regional CIO, and operations teams, MIM asset sector teams 

Required Skills and Qualifications: 

• Must be currently enrolled in a higher education institution and actively pursuing an undergraduate degree with a strong academic record and a demonstrated interest in investments / finance / economics 
• Anticipated graduation date must be between December 2025 and June 2026 
• Strong work ethic, personal and professional integrity, and able to adapt to new challenges in a dynamic environment while handling multiple projects 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable interacting with management-level professionals 
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment 
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 
• Strong quantitative aptitude 
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future need for immigration sponsorship  

MetLife:  

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 help its clients navigate their changing world. Founded in 1868, MetLife has operations in more than 40 countries and holds leading market positions in the United States, Japan, Latin America, Asia, Europe and the Middle East.  

MetLife is committed to building a purpose-driven and inclusive culture that energizes our people. Our employees work every day to help build a more confident future for people around the world.  Visit us at www.metlife.com to learn more about our brand, history, and values.  

We want to make it simple for all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities with MetLife.  If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to accommodations@metlife.com or call our Employee Relations Department at 1-877-843-3711. 

MetLife is a proud Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at MetLife without regards to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.  

MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.