Alternate Locations: Radnor, PA (Pennsylvania)

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid : Employee will work 3 days a week in a Lincoln office

Relocation assistance: will be considered/provided for this opportunity within our company guidelines.

Requisition #: 75514

About Market Risk Management

The Market Risk Management team is redefining how insurers manage market volatility. We’re a collaborative group of quantitative strategists, derivative portfolio managers, and risk experts dedicated to protecting the balance sheet and maximizing capital efficiency across our large and sophisticated VA, RILA, FIA, IUL, and other product portfolios.

Our work blends advanced quantitative modeling, dynamic hedging, and cross-asset risk analytics — spanning equity, interest rates, volatility, credit, and FX — to deliver precision risk mitigation. We leverage proprietary valuation systems, cutting edge technologies, and integrated risk frameworks to optimize hedge effectiveness and align with both economic and regulatory objectives.

This is a space where technical excellence meets strategic influence. You’ll partner with actuarial, investments, and finance teams to shape the future of asset-liability management, contribute to product innovation, and lead initiatives that directly impact enterprise capital and earnings stability.

The Role at a Glance

The Senior Derivative Portfolio Manager will report directly to the VP, Derivative Portfolio Manager and play a key role within Lincoln’s Market Risk Management which is responsible for protecting the balance sheet and maximizing capital efficiency across our large and sophisticated VA, RILA, FIA, IUL, and other product portfolios.

This position is responsible for supporting the design, implementation, and management of hedging solutions for Lincoln’s Annuities and Life businesses. The individual will work closely with a team of trading strategists and cross-asset traders to oversee an industry-leading derivative trading program, focusing on day-to-day portfolio management, quantitative model development, and market risk mitigation.

What you'll be doing

• Research, back-test, and execute complex derivative hedging strategies to mitigate capital market risks embedded in Lincoln’s annuity and life products.

• Work closely with the Derivative Trading Desk to monitor market dynamics to further enhance existing hedging strategies.

• Utilize programming skills to build and maintain infrastructure to analyze and oversee QIS hedge portfolio.

• Design and build complex back-testing tools to research and evaluate efficacy of current and proposed derivative hedging strategies.

• Leverage counterparty relationships to remain up to date on market regulation and best-in-class hedging/derivative strategies.

• Develop tools to monitor and improve transaction & collateral costs for our derivative portfolio.

• Produce and clearly communicate complex and technical presentations to senior management, on hedge effectiveness, strategy back-tests, derivative pricing, etc.

• Act as subject matter expert and collaborate/provide solutions with stakeholders including Pricing & Product Teams, Legal, Life, Funds Management, Investments, and Accounting.

• Effectively manage day-to-day operations and support multiple small to medium-sized projects in parallel within a dynamic environment, collaborating with other teams and creatively leveraging resources to meet aggressive deadlines.

• Conceive and implement original trading concepts and hedging approaches to effectively manage risk, capitalize on market opportunities, and exploit pricing inefficiencies by utilizing various hedge instruments, including equity, interest rate, and credit derivatives

• Consistent thought leadership on improvements to technological and operational efficiencies and to bring innovative capital markets ideas for the development of new insurance products

What we’re looking for

• 5+ years of increasing experience in a hedging/trading strategist role, including demonstrated experience and understanding of risk management practices.

• Solid understanding of capital markets, derivatives, hedging strategies and insurance products including but not limited to annuities.

• Strong knowledge of derivatives within Insurance, Banking and/or Hedge Funds.

• Knowledge of quantitative finance including option theory, linear algebra and optimization techniques. Knowledge of insurance capital structures a plus

• Strong programming skills (Python, SQL, R, Matlab, Excel/VBA, etc.)

• Strong communication skills (verbal & written) to convey complex technical concepts

• Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in quantitative finance, mathematics, statistics, engineering, or a related field strongly preferred; Bachelor’s degree with significant relevant experience will be considered.

• Hybrid working arrangement in Radnor, PA preferred

Application Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted through April 30th, 2026 subject to earlier closure due to applicant volume.

What’s it like to work here?

At Lincoln Financial, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future.

What’s in it for you:

Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values and leadership attributes

Leadership development and virtual training opportunities

PTO/parental leave

Competitive 401K and employee benefits

Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program

Tuition assistance program

Work arrangements that work for you

Effective productivity/technology tools and training

The pay range for this position is $108,501 - $195,900 with anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law. Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Lincoln’s total rewards package for employees. In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual. Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln’s standard benefits package.

About The Company

Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) helps people to confidently plan for their version of a successful future. We focus on identifying a clear path to financial security, with products including annuities, life insurance, group protection, and retirement plan services.

With our 120-year track record of expertise and integrity, millions of customers trust our solutions and service to help put their goals in reach.

Lincoln Financial Distributors, a broker-dealer, is the wholesale distribution organization of Lincoln Financial. Lincoln Financial is the marketing name for Lincoln Financial Corporation and its affiliates including The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company, Fort Wayne, IN, and Lincoln Life & Annuity Company of New York, Syracuse, NY. Lincoln Financial affiliates, their distributors, and their respective employees, representatives and/or insurance agents do not provide tax, accounting or legal advice.

Lincoln is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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Additional Information

This position may be subject to Lincoln’s Political Contribution Policy. An offer of employment may be contingent upon disclosing to Lincoln the details of certain political contributions. Lincoln may decline to extend an offer or terminate employment for this role if it determines political contributions made could have an adverse impact on Lincoln’s current or future business interests, misrepresentations were made, or for failure to fully disclose applicable political contributions and or fundraising activities.

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Lincoln Financial ("Lincoln" or "the Company") is an Equal Opportunity employer and, as such, is committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, compensate, train and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability. Opportunities throughout Lincoln are available to employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications. If you are a person with a disability that impedes your ability to express your interest for a position through our online application process, or require TTY/TDD assistance, contact us by calling 260-455-2558.

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