Structured Securities Analyst

CNO Financial Group’s 40|86 Advisors is hiring a Structured Securities Analyst in Carmel, IN (onsite). This full-time role supports research and analysis for the firm’s fixed income portfolio, with the tools and workflow you need to evaluate structured credit and contribute to investment recommendations.

You’ll work with a team that focuses on disciplined analysis across securitized sectors, including monitoring existing positions, evaluating cash flows, and helping explain sources of return. The position also includes access to mental and financial well-being resources and benefits designed to support your life outside of work.

What you’ll do

• Assist with identifying attractive investment opportunities in ABS, RMBS, and CMBS within the fixed income portfolio.
• Support monitoring of existing positions using servicing data, sector research, and market participant discussions.
• Use vendor tools including Intex and Bloomberg to generate and evaluate cash flows.
• Evaluate pricing and performance attribution, and support communication of the sources of return.
• Track capital markets trends that can impact the securitized sector and broader fixed income markets.
• Collaborate with investment team members, including Portfolio Managers and Traders, to support the investment decision-making process.
• Continuously develop skills using internal and external resources supported by the company.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of investment and financial principles and practices.
• Analytical mindset with a strong, inquisitive approach.
• Demonstrated research capability and ability to provide input accordingly.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong Excel and database capabilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or Accounting (or equivalent) required.
• Typically up to three years investment experience.
• Strong initiative and work ethic, including willingness to learn, ask questions, and accept guidance and feedback.
• Professional presence with strong written and oral communication skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Performance-based bonus or sales incentive
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Short-term & long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off and 10 corporate holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Company-paid life insurance
• Mental & Financial Well-Being resources

Preferred experience

• Interest in pursuing the CFA designation in the future
• Knowledge of VBA (plus)

Role details

• Location: Carmel, IN (onsite). Candidates must reside within a 60-mile radius of the Carmel corporate office and come into the office.
• Travel: You may be asked to travel to other corporate offices periodically.
• Work eligibility: Work cannot be performed from outside of the United States.
• Pay range: $81,000.00 - $121,600.00 annual
• Job type: Full time
• ReqID: JR170594

Technologies: Intex, Bloomberg, Excel