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Please be sure to check email regularly for information regarding our employment process.\nROLE OVERVIEW\nIndividual contributing to the management and execution of derivative strategies and solutions-driven investment portfolios across the Group's insurance balance sheets. Working within the Balance Sheet Solutions & Derivatives team, the role supports activities across risk management, regulatory compliance, and balance sheet optimisation, helping to deliver effective hedging and investment solutions.\nWorking closely with colleagues across risk, investments, actuarial, finance, and operations, the role assists in translating agreed strategies into execution. Responsibilities include supporting trade execution, monitoring derivative and collateral positions, coordinating with internal stakeholders and external counterparties, and contributing to reporting, governance, and operational processes. 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