Senior Actuary (FSA) - Life Pricing

Pacific Life Insurance Company$152K — $186K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, or equivalent
  • Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA) designation required
  • 6+ years' actuarial experience preferred
  • Technical proficiency in actuarial modeling software or ability to learn new tech
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
  • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and execute end-to-end actuarial initiatives, communicating results to stakeholders
  • Drive pricing strategy through market research and collaboration with multiple teams
  • Maintain pricing models, ensuring alignment with regulatory developments
  • Provide expert-level analysis and insights for leadership
  • Identify and solve complex problems using sound judgment
  • Mentor junior staff and foster a positive, inclusive culture
  • Monitor industry trends and propose strategic responses
  • Explore emerging technologies to enhance product development.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Generous paid time off including vacation and holidays
  • Paid parental leave and adoption assistance
  • Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and additional contributions
  • Support for physical, emotional, and social wellbeing through flexible benefits.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

We're actively seeking a talented Senior Actuary to join our Life Insurance Pricing team. This role is on-site 4 days per week and work from home 1 day per week in Newport Beach, CA, Omaha, NE, or Charlotte, NC. If you are not currently located near one of our offices, we offer comprehensive relocation assistance. This role is hybrid. We believe in empowering our employees to get work done both in and out of the office.

As a Senior Actuary in Life Pricing you'll move Pacific Life, and your career, forward by playing a key role in important initiatives for our life insurance business. You will work closely and collaboratively with numerous areas including Pricing and Product Development, Risk Management, Modeling and Sales within the Consumer Market Division and across the enterprise.

You will fill a new role that sits on a team of 20 people in the Consumers Market division. Your colleagues will include actuaries and analysts who have a wide range of expertise. The Life Pricing team works in a fast paced and evolving market space, and we value professional judgment, nimble learning, and technical expertise.

How you'll help move us forward:
  • Lead and execute end-to-end actuarial initiatives, clearly communicating results to stakeholders and senior leadership.
  • Drive pricing strategy through market research, assumption setting, and collaboration with ALM, investment, and reinsurance teams.
  • Own and maintain pricing models, ensuring documentation and alignment with regulatory and risk management developments.
  • Provide expert-level analysis and insights, including high-level summaries and real-time metrics for leadership.
  • Identify and solve complex, ambiguous problems using sound judgment and first-principles thinking.
  • Mentor junior staff, provide technical guidance, and foster a positive, inclusive team culture.
  • Monitor industry trends and propose strategic responses, including policy changes and innovation opportunities.
  • Explore and apply emerging technologies to enhance product development and competitive positioning.


The experience you bring:
  • Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, or other related fields
  • FSA designation required
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, and to manage long-term projects.
  • Strong technical skills in actuarial modeling software and/or the ability to quickly learn new technology platforms
  • Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
  • Ability to understand the big picture and mobilize initiatives in ambiguous situations
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

What makes you stand out:
  • 6+ years' actuarial experience
  • Experience with life insurance products and features
  • Experience with actuarial modeling software (Prophet, GGY Axis, MG-ALFA, etc.)
  • Knowledge of relevant regulation, including Illustration Model Regulation, Actuarial Guideline 49 (AG 49), and Standard Nonforfeiture Law
  • Ability to drive discussion with senior leadership
  • Experienced in the development of life insurance products and a self-starter with a strong technical background


Base Salary Ranges per Location:
  • Charlotte, NC: $152,370 - $186,230
  • Newport Beach, CA: $167,670 - $204,930
  • Omaha, NE: $144,810 - $176,990

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Base Pay Range:

The base pay range noted represents the company's good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.

$167,670.00 - $204,930.00

Your Benefits Start Day 1

Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we're committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we've got you covered.

  • Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents
  • Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program
  • Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation


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