Country Financial

Actuarial Manager LH

Country Financial$161K — $222K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of related experience, including management.
  • Proven leadership with direct management responsibility.
  • Strong knowledge of life/health/annuity products and administration systems.
  • Familiarity with reinsurance structures and practices.
  • Experience leading transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a diverse team of actuarial and non-actuarial professionals.
  • Provide technical oversight to ensure accuracy and compliance in actuarial functions.
  • Direct actuarial administration and oversee Illustration systems.
  • Manage reinsurance strategy and treaty evaluation.
  • Prioritize projects and allocate resources across multiple initiatives.
  • Mentor team members to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Support strategic initiatives including system enhancements.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities for staff.
  • Participation in a Short-Term Incentive plan.
  • Access to mentorship and performance evaluations.
  • Focus on maintaining compliance with SOA Continuing Professional Development requirements.
Full Job Description
About the role

We are seeking a highly experienced actuarial leader to provide overall management and technical oversight of actuarial and non-actuarial staff. This role is responsible for leading key functions including actuarial administration and reinsurance, while ensuring strong governance, operational efficiency, and high-quality deliverables.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage a diverse team of actuarial and non-actuarial professionals, including fellows, associates, students, and support staff
Provide technical oversight and guidance across actuarial functions to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance
Direct actuarial administration functions, including oversight of Illustration systems and policy Administration platforms
Manage and coordinate reinsurance strategy and operations, including treaty evaluation and execution
Ensure effective project prioritization, resource allocation, and delivery across multiple initiatives
Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of performance, accountability, and continuous improvement
Support strategic initiatives and transformation efforts, including system enhancements and process optimization

How does this role make an impact?

- Responsible for oversight and development of staff, including supervisory activities (e.g. performance evaluations, goal setting) as well as professional (technical, skill) and personal development. - Oversees a specific actuarial function within the life/health/annuity actuarial division - includes overseeing activities, planning and visioning of future activities, and communicating results/recommendations to division and company leadership. - Ensures work is completed according to applicable regulation and actuarial standards of practice, including maintaining current SOA Continuing Professional Development requirements, as well as ensuring staff compliance. - Manages the implementation and maintenance of disaster recovery plans and activities in assigned areas. Maintains current contact information for all employees in applicable areas and communicates with non-recovery employees during a disaster.

Do you have what we're looking for?

  • Typically requires 8+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training, including management experience.
  • Proven people leadership experience with direct management responsibility
  • Strong knowledge of:
    • Life/Health/Annuity Products and administration systems
    • Reinsurance structures and practices
  • Demonstrated ability to lead complex initiatives and drive results
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
  • Experience with Illustration and policy Administration systems
  • Familiarity with regulatory and governance requirements
  • Experience leading cross-functional or transformation initiatives

Base Pay Range:

$161,600-$222,200

The base pay range represents the typical range of potential salary offers for candidates hired. Factors used to determine your actual salary include your specific skills, qualifications and experience.

Incentive Pay:

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for a Short-Term Incentive plan.

About Country Financial

Country Financial is an insurance and financial services company that was founded in 1925. The company offers a range of insurance products, including auto, home, and life insurance. The company also offers retirement planning and investment services. The company has over 3,000 employees and serves customers in 19 states. The company is known for its commitment to customer service and has won numerous awards for its products and services. The company's revenue has been increasing over the years, and it has been expanding its product portfolio.
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