We are seeking a visionary and influential
SVP, Senior Actuary, to serve as a key member of the
Individual Life Division leadership team. Reporting to the Chief Actuary, this executive will shape the division's financial strategy, drive enterprise growth, and modernize actuarial capabilities to support Symetra's long-term vision.
About the roleThis role goes beyond traditional actuarial leadership. You will be a strategic partner to executive leadership, translating complex financial insights into business decisions, optimizing capital and profitability, and leading transformative initiatives that strengthen our competitive position in the market.
This is an opportunity for a bold actuarial leader who thrives on innovation, organizational influence, and building high-performing teams.
What You will Do Strategic & Financial Leadership - Partner with division, actuarial, and enterprise leaders to develop and execute the Individual Life Division's financial and strategic plans.
- Provide financial insight and recommendations that drive profitable growth, capital efficiency, and long-term value creation.
- Lead forecasting, budgeting, financial planning, and performance analysis activities.
- Influence decisions related to reinsurance, investments, capital management, and risk management.
Financial Reporting & Governance - Oversee actuarial valuation and financial reporting processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory and accounting requirements.
- Provide executive and Board-level reporting and insights into financial performance and key business drivers.
- Ensure accurate and timely reporting of valuation, profitability, and management reporting metrics.
Product & Business Leadership - Oversee Individual Life product pricing and pricing governance.
- Partner across the organization to develop innovative solutions that balance customer value, profitability, and growth objectives.
- Evaluate emerging opportunities and risks that may impact business performance.
Organizational Leadership - Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing actuarial organization.
- Build leadership bench strength and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
- Drive modernization of actuarial processes, tools, and capabilities to improve efficiency, scalability, and business impact.
Innovation & Industry Leadership - Champion the use of advanced analytics, AI-enabled processes, and modern actuarial technologies.
- Serve as a trusted thought leader within Symetra and the broader insurance industry.
- Bring innovative ideas and best practices that strengthen the division's market position and operational effectiveness.
What we offer you Benefits and Perks 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 Salary Range: $260,000 - $340,000 plus eligibility for annual bonus program and long-term incentive plan
Who You Are - 10+ years of life insurance actuarial experience, including significant leadership responsibility required (experience leading teams of 10+ professionals).
- A credentialed actuary (FSA required) with deep expertise in life insurance products, valuation, pricing, and financial management required.
- A strategic executive who balances technical excellence with business acumen and commercial decision-making.
- An experienced people leader with a track record of leading and developing large, high-performing teams.
- A transformational leader who embraces innovation, challenges the status quo, and drives meaningful change.
- A trusted advisor who can influence senior executives, Boards, regulators, and external partners through clear, compelling communication.
- A relationship builder who thrives in highly collaborative environments and aligns diverse stakeholders around shared goals.
- Adept at simplifying complex concepts and translating data-driven insights into business action.
- Familiar with modern actuarial platforms, data and analytics capabilities, and emerging technologies shaping the future of insurance.
- Knowledge of Bermuda regulatory frameworks is a plus.
- Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Finance, or a related field required.
- Willingness to travel approximately 10-15%.
Travel Required Training & Professional Development All newly hired people leaders with direct reports are required to complete a comprehensive leadership development program within their first year. This program includes both virtual and in-person training. The in-person sessions will take place at Symetra's corporate headquarters in Bellevue, Washington. Symetra covers all travel and accommodation expenses.
Reasonable Accommodations Symetra is committed to providing equitable access to all job-related responsibilities, including required travel. If reasonable accommodations are needed for travel, Symetra's HR department will work to provide appropriate solutions in alignment with individual needs and company policies.
