Company:Oliver Wyman
Description:Oliver Wyman Actuarial - Annuities Manager/Senior Manager - LifeRemote type: Hybrid
Locations: Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Hartford, NYC, Seattle
Time type: Full time
Job DescriptionOliver Wyman is seeking an experienced Annuities Manager with 5+ years of experience in the annuities sector. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in annuity product development, pricing strategies, regulatory compliance, hedging, and risk management. This role is essential for leading annuity product initiatives and driving growth in our annuities business.
Key Responsibilities- Lead complex annuity-focused analyses covering a range of topics such as product development, rate setting, assumption benchmarking, hedging, and valuation.
- Own ongoing communication with clients, ensuring their highest satisfaction.
- Ensure technical accuracy and integrity in your work and in the work produced by junior staff.
- Produce executive level management reports and confidently present findings to internal senior leaders, clients and executives.
- Build a strong industry network by demonstrating your expertise and highlighting the unique value Oliver Wyman provides.
- Conduct market research to identify trends and opportunities.
- Foster a collaborative, performance-driven environment that encourages team members to challenge the status quo.
- Promote active knowledge sharing within the team to support continuous learning and improvement.
- Support the professional growth of junior staff by expanding their annuity expertise and enhancing their consulting capabilities.
Qualifications and Desired Skills- Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Finance, or a related field. Advanced degrees or professional certifications (e.g., FSA, MAAA) are preferred.
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience with annuity products, preferably with hands-on involvement in pricing, product development, and/or inforce management.
- Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA) or Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA) credential preferred.
- Knowledge of the annuity market landscape, including key players, trends in product development, product management, and regulatory changes.
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with an ability to navigate complex problems effectively.
- Demonstrated capability to lead teams and manage multiple workstreams with minimal oversight, from analysis to delivery.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging diverse stakeholders and advocating for strategic initiatives.
- Effective organizational skills with a focus on delivering exceptional results while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge in financial modeling systems or open-source scripting languages, such as Moody's AXIS, FIS Insurance Risk Suite (formerly Prophet), R, and Python is valuable.
The applicable base salary range for this role is $100k to $195k.The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, educations, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position is eligible for meaningful performance-based incentives.
Oliver Wyman offers a performance-based pay program that rewards colleagues for the contributions they make to our business results, including year-end bonuses based on personal and corporate performance. We also offer an impressive array of benefits. Explore all the benefits offered at .
For more information, please visit our website at www.oliverwyman.com/actuaries.
