Head of Asset Manager Oversight & Credit Officer at Martello Re

City of Hamilton, North Carolina, Bermuda -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Collaboration, Communication, Analytical Skills, Decision-Making, Investment Management, Risk Management, Portfolio Strategy, Asset Manager Oversight, Credit Risk Management, Market Monitoring, Performance Assessment, Regulatory Compliance, Problem Asset Management, Cross-Functional Initiatives, Ethical Standards

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Lead and Oversee the Manager of Managers Group: Direct a team responsible for comprehensive oversight of external asset managers, ensuring alignment with the company’s investment objectives, risk appetite and regulatory requirements. Portfolio Strategy and Collaboration: Collaborate closely with the investment team to identify portfolio needs, translate these into actionable strategies, and communicate mandates and guidelines to asset managers. Manager Selection, Onboarding, and Diligence: Source, evaluate, and onboard new asset managers; conduct ongoing due diligence and performance assessments to ensure continued alignment with organizational standards and objectives. Set Performance Benchmarks: Establish and monitor quantitative and qualitative benchmarks for asset manager performance; regularly review results and recommend adjustments as needed. Investment Review and Evaluation: Oversee the evaluation of individual investment opportunities presented by asset managers, providing input and approval as required. Market Monitoring and Intelligence: Maintain awareness of relevant market trends and dynamics to inform portfolio construction and asset manager oversight. Portfolio Construction Oversight: Help define the strategic direction for portfolio construction, ensuring diversification, risk management, compliance with regulatory and capital requirements, and alignment with corporate business objectives. Problem Asset Management: Work with asset managers to develop strategies for handling underperforming or problem assets; brief senior management on material issues and recommend corrective actions. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Leverage support from the investment team’s data, analytics, and operations functions to enhance decision-making and oversight processes. Senior Management Reporting: Prepare and deliver succinct, insightful updates and recommendations to senior leadership regarding asset manager performance, market developments, and portfolio risks. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience Advanced degree in finance, economics, business, mathematics, or a related field. CFA charter holder designation preferred 15+ years of relevant experience in investment management, with a focus on multi-asset portfolios, asset manager oversight, and credit risk management, preferably within insurance, reinsurance, or asset management environments. Proven experience managing investment teams. Proven experience managing multi-asset portfolios, including public and private asset classes. Experience at a life and annuity insurance or reinsurance company. Knowledge of liability-driven investing and understanding of asset-liability management (ALM). Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as U.S. statutory accounting and/or Bermuda insurance regulations. Required Skills Deep understanding of capital markets, investment strategies, and risk-adjusted performance evaluation. Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills; able to influence at all levels of the organization. Strategic thinker with a hands-on, execution-oriented mindset. Exceptional analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information. High ethical standards and a commitment to professional excellence. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and managing external partnerships. Supervisory Responsibilities Supervises the entire team and is responsible for team development and performance management. Mentor and develop junior team members, supporting career path planning and professional growth. Location and Travel Martello Re welcomes applications from candidates located in Bermuda, within commuting distance of our Charlotte, NC office, or remotely from the Eastern United States and other states where we currently operate. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status. Regular domestic and occasional international travel may be required (approximately 20–30%) for meetings with clients, partners, and external managers. Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times. Note for Recruitment Agencies We kindly request that you do not forward any resumes to Martello Re employees unless specifically requested for this position or other roles within our organization. Martello Re bears no responsibility for fees related to unsolicited resumes. Note to Applicants Personal Information collected is used for recruitment purposes only and will be shared with hiring managers and those involved in the hiring process. We may retain your personal information for a reasonable period in compliance with applicable regulations, typically one year post application submission, to enable us to match your details with other suitable job opportunities that may arise from time to time, unless otherwise requested. Please refer to Martello Re’s Privacy Notice for further information on your rights and how we protect your personal information: Privacy Notice– Martello Re.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee the Manager of Managers Group, ensuring comprehensive oversight of external asset managers. Collaborate with the investment team to identify portfolio needs and translate these into actionable strategies.