Athene · 1 month ago
2026 Summer Associate, Asset-Backed Finance – Consumer and Residential Credit
El Segundo, California
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$175K/yr - $175K/yrApollo is a high-growth, global alternative asset manager, and they are seeking a Summer Associate to join their Asset-Backed Finance investment team. This role will focus on consumer credit and specialty finance opportunities, requiring collaboration and analysis to support investment decisions.
FinanceFinancial ServicesInsuranceRetirement
Responsibilities
Support the investment team in screening, preliminary analysis, and trading of residential mortgage whole loan pools and mortgage-backed securities
Assist with financial modeling, data / model validation, and performance tracking to inform valuation, portfolio monitoring, and investment committee materials
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (quantitative analytics, legal, and portfolio management) to streamline due diligence processes and maintain accurate transaction documentation
Conduct market and sector research on mortgage credit, consumer finance, and securitization trends, summarizing key findings for impactful presentations and portfolio review discussions
Support the investment and quantitative analytics team in the preparation of reporting packages for review in risk and portfolio management meetings
Maintain, in conjunction with the investment team, additional tools and models utilized in analysis and trading opportunities
Qualification
Required
Pursuing an MBA or JD/MBA (Class of 2027) with an excellent academic record and a demonstrated interest in finance through previous internships, jobs, and coursework
Excel (including familiarity with VBA)/Powerpoint/Word
Strong quantitative skillset with a background in quantitative finance and comfort with quantitative finance fundamentals, including large data set analysis, regression based modeling, and monte carlo simulations
Familiarity with derivative instruments and relative markets, including swaps, futures and options
Preferred
Mathematics/Physics/Computer Sciences or Engineering preferred
Experience in Intex Dealmaker and Calc preferred
Fluency in C++, C# and Python preferred
Benefits
Discretionary annual bonus based on personal, team, and Firm performance
Company
Athene
Athene Holding is a life insurance company that provides retirement savings products for individuals and institutions.
Founded in 2009
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.43B2025-06-24Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2025-05-14Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-10-07Post Ipo Debt· $600M
Leadership Team
Martin P. Klein
Executive VP & CFO
Mike Downing
Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, Athene Holding Ltd.
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