Head of Investment Technology

Who We Are
At Corebridge Financial, we believe action is everything. That’s why every day we partner with financial professionals and institutions to make it possible for more people to take action in their financial lives, for today and tomorrow.
We align to a set of Values that are the core pillars that define our culture and help bring our brand purpose to life:

• We are stronger as one: We collaborate across the enterprise, scale what works and act   decisively for our customers and partners.
• We deliver on commitments: We are accountable, empower each other and go above and beyond for our stakeholders.
• We learn, improve and innovate: We get better each day by challenging the status quo and equipping ourselves for the future.
• We are inclusive: We embrace different perspectives, enabling our colleagues to make an impact and bring their whole selves to work.

Who You'll Work With :

The Information Technology organization is the technological foundation of our business and works in collaboration with our partners from across the company. The team drives technology and digital transformation, partners with business leaders to design and execute new strategies through IT and operations services and ensures the necessary IT risk management and security measures are in place and aligned with enterprise architecture standards and principles.

About The Role:

As a key member of the Enterprise Technology leadership team, the Head of Investments Technology will be responsible for developing and executing the technology strategy that supports Corebridge Financial’s growth and strategic objectives emphasizing the Investments division plans and goals. The candidate will lead the technology organization, ensuring the reliability, security, and scalability of the technology infrastructure and systems, while driving innovation and ensuring an efficiency mindset is applied. 

Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership:

Continue the implementation and evolution of a technology strategy that aligns with the Investments business model and investing strategies, and overall company's goals. Partner with strategic vendors to align their roadmaps to Corebridge’s Business and Technology plans. Work across the various asset sectors to identify and evaluate emerging technologies and their potential impact on the individual and cross asset businesses. Serve as a technical advisor/liaison to the Investments Senior Leadership Team and other functional divisions leaders/stakeholders such as Actuarial, Finance, and Enterprise Risk Management.

Technology Infrastructure & Operations:

Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of the Investments technology infrastructure, including hardware, software, and cloud platforms inclusive of SaaS and ASP providers. Ensure Operational excellence is upheld, including all security, regulatory and compliance aspects; production systems uptime and reliability; and availability of data that are critical to the functioning of the eco-system. Manage technology budgets across direct and indirect expenses, also inclusive of oversight of key vendor software and hardware relationships and partnerships

Technology Innovation & Development:

Drive innovation in technology solutions to improve operational efficiency, enhance customer experience, and enables new processing capabilities. Lead the development and implementation of new technologies, including internally built and externally sourced software applications, data analytics tools, and AI/ML solutions. Stay informed about the latest industry trends and technologies.

Team Leadership & Management:

Manage a team of 100+ technology resources throughout the US, Dublin, and India ensuring the development and leverage of strong technical capabilities and business acumens, inclusive of understanding and supporting front to back functions including origination and trading, collateral management, portfolio and risk mgmt., valuations, accounting and hedging. Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment across the Investments and Enterprise Technology organizations, and broader Corebridge Technology teams

Skills and Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred but not essential

Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in technology leadership roles, with a strong track record in the the investment management and/or insurance asset management industry.

• 10+ years of managing teams of technologist in support of multiple cross Asset Sectors, with an emphasis on Derivatives, Private Capital, and Real Estate a plus

• 5+ years working with industry leafing Investments vendor platforms with an emphasis on BlackRock Aladdin, and Real Estate and Private Debt 3rd party vendor systems (e.g., Loan Mgmt System, Investran, etc) is a plus

• Experience with cloud computing (3+ years, AWS preferred), with exposure to data analytics, and AI/ML technologies.

• 5+ years' experience working with offshore service providers and 3rd party vendors.

• 5+ years' experience working with C-level executives and senior Business leaders

Skills:

• Strong understanding of how an Investment Business works either from an Investment Management perspective and/or supporting an internal General account within an insurance company

• Strong understanding of Fixed Income, Derivatives, Alternatives, Real Estate assets, and Private Capital products in addition to concepts around origination, trading and accounting/settlement processing

• Strong understanding and experience with technology infrastructures and software development implementations that supports Investment Management and/or Capital Markets.

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal and presentation skills.

• Proven ability to manage budgets, projects, and resources effectively.

Compensation

For positions based in Jersey City, NJ, the base salary range is $240,000 - $300,000 and the position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered will ultimately be dependent on multiple factors, which may include the candidate’s geographic location, skills, experience and other qualifications.

In addition, the position is eligible for a discretionary bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.

Corebridge also offers a range of competitive benefits as part of the total compensation package, as detailed below.

Work Location:

This position is based in Corebridge Financial’s Jersey City, NJ office and is subject to our hybrid working policy, which gives colleagues the benefits of working both in an office and remotely.

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This role is deemed a “covered associate” under SEC Rule 206(4)-5, 17 CFR § 275.206(4)-5, Political contributions by certain investment advisers, and other federal and state pay-to-play rules. Candidates for the role must not have made any political contributions that, under 17 CFR § 275.206(4)-5 or other federal or state pay-to-play regulations, would disqualify the candidate or Corebridge Financial from conducting Corebridge Financial’s business, or that would otherwise create a conflict of interest for Corebridge Financial. Applicants who are selected to move forward with the application process will be required to disclose all U.S. political contributions they and their household family members have made over the past two years.

Why Corebridge?
At Corebridge Financial, we prioritize the health, well-being, and work-life balance of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits and wellness program is designed to support employees both personally and professionally, ensuring that they have the resources and flexibility needed to thrive.
Benefit Offerings Include:

• Health and Wellness: We offer a range of medical, dental and vision insurance plans, as well as mental health support and wellness initiatives to promote overall well-being.
• Retirement Savings: We offer retirement benefits options, which vary by location.  In the U.S., our competitive 401(k) Plan offers a generous dollar-for-dollar Company matching contribution of up to 6% of eligible pay and a Company contribution equal to 3% of eligible pay (subject to annual IRS limits and Plan terms). These Company contributions vest immediately.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling services and resources are available to all employees.
• Matching charitable donations: Corebridge matches donations to tax-exempt organizations 1:1, up to $5,000.
• Volunteer Time Off: Employees may use up to 16 volunteer hours annually to support activities that enhance and serve communities where employees live and work.
• Paid Time Off: Eligible employees start off with at least 24 Paid Time Off (PTO) days so they can take time off for themselves and their families when they need it.

Eligibility for and participation in employer-sponsored benefit plans and Company programs will be subject to applicable law, governing Plan document(s) and Company policy.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
Corebridge Financial, is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and we comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment laws. All applicants will be considered for employment based on job-related qualifications and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The Company is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. At Corebridge Financial, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to building a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Through a wide variety of programs and initiatives, we invest in each employee, seeking to ensure that our colleagues are respected as individuals and valued for their unique perspectives.
Corebridge Financial is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees, including any accommodations needed on the basis of physical or mental disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs.  If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to complete any part of the application or hiring process, please send an email to [email protected].  Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

To learn more please visit: www.corebridgefinancial.com

Functional Area:

IT - Information Technology

Estimated Travel Percentage (%): No Travel

Relocation Provided: No

Corebridge Institutional Investments Holdings Corp.