Symetra Financial

Actuarial Associate I - Remote

Symetra Financial$72K — $121K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Bellevue, WA
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in actuarial science, finance, mathematics, or related field required
  • Proficient in spreadsheets and data management software
  • Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Commitment to self-development and learning actuarial concepts
  • Experience with Python, SQL, Power BI, and Power Query
  • Familiarity with MG-ALFA / MG-Integrate modeling software
  • Actuarial Student track with at least one exam passed, with up to 3 years of insurance-related experience

Responsibilities

  • Execute quarterly and annual regulatory reporting tasks
  • Perform quarterly model bridging runs and BEL calculations
  • Contribute to annual stress testing including ORSA
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive process documentation
  • Improve reporting and modeling processes through initiatives

Benefits

  • Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting options
  • 401(k) plan with immediate vesting and up to 6% matching
  • Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
  • Community involvement opportunities with company matching donations
  • Robust employee benefits overview available for review
Full Job Description
The Production Associate contributes to Symetra Bermuda Servicing Company's ("SBSC's" or "the company's") in force modeling processes and procedures. Reporting to the Production Lead, this person will create SBSC model outputs for a wide range of regulatory reporting. This person will contribute to the success of the company's modeling initiatives through developing expertise on the model and regulatory requirements, modernization of the reporting tools utilized, and improvement initiatives for the overall reporting processes.

What you will do
  • Quarterly and annual regulatory reporting, including but not limited to:
    • Quarterly model bridging runs
    • Final reported BEL
    • BEL waterfall runs
    • Quarterly BEL sensitivities and stresses
    • Annual CISSA stresses
    • Annual Schedule V(e) stresses
  • Annual plan, plan updates, and sensitivities
  • Annual ORSA stresses
  • Annual unlocking runs and sensitivities
  • Develop and maintain process documentation
  • Implementing improvements to reporting and to the modeling processes


What we offer you

We don't take a "one-size-fits-all" approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home.
  • Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
  • Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
  • Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays
  • Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching
  • Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview


Compensation

Hourly Range: $72,700 - $121,100 plus eligibility for annual bonus programs

Who you are
  • Bachelor's degree in actuarial science, finance, mathematics, or related technical field required.
  • Proficient in PC utilization including spreadsheets and data management software.
  • Demonstrated analytical abilities, problem solving, and analysis.
  • Committed to self-development and learning actuarial concepts.
  • Experience with common coding and visual software, such as Python, SQL, Power BI, and Power Query.
  • Experience with modeling software, with emphasis on MG-ALFA / MG-Integrate modeling.
  • Experience with AI coding tools a plus.
  • Effective communication with manager required.
  • Actuarial Student track with at least one exam passed. Prior to attaining actuarial designations.
  • Entry-level or up to 3 years of insurance related actuarial experience.
  • High school diploma required.


Work Authorization
Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.

Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements:

As a remote-first organization committed to providing a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection:
  • Minimum Internet Speed:100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband."
  • Internet Type:Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.
  • Not Permissible:Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up.

When applying to jobs at Symetra you'll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra's standard as outlined above.

Identity Verification

Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity.

Failure to comply with verification procedures may result in:
  • Disqualification from the recruitment process
  • Withdrawal of a job offer
  • Termination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered

About Symetra Financial

Symetra Financial Corporation is a diversified financial services company based in Bellevue, Washington. The company provides retirement plans, employee benefits, annuities, and life insurance through a national network of benefit consultants, financial institutions, and independent agents and advisors. Symetra was founded in 1957 and became a subsidiary of Sumitomo Life Insurance Company in 2016. The company is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol SYA. As of December 31, 2020, Symetra had $63.6 billion in assets under management and administration.
Learn more about Symetra Financial
Size
2,400 employees
Industry
Founded
1957

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