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Entry-level Life actuarial role supporting valuation, modeling, product development and financial reporting for Sammons Financial Group in West Des Moines, IA. You will assist with actuarial models, data analysis, and regulatory/financial reporting while progressing through the SOA exam program.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

  • Entry-level actuarial role focused on valuation, modeling, and financial reporting
  • Work on product development and data analytics for life/annuity products
  • Participate in the company's actuarial study program and SOA exams
  • Office-based role in West Des Moines, IA with regular attendance expected
  • Requires at least one SOA exam passed and continued exam pursuit

DOMAIN EXPERTISE

  • Actuarial modeling and valuation
  • Financial reporting for insurance liabilities
  • Spreadsheet and database analytics
  • Participation in SOA examination program

KEY REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor's degree required (Actuarial Science, Math, Statistics or related)
  • Must have passed at least one SOA actuarial exam
  • Continued pursuit of SOA examination program required
  • Strong spreadsheet, database and analytical skills
  • Ability to work in an office environment and maintain regular attendance

TECH STACK

  • Excel
  • Access
  • PowerPoint
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HIGHLIGHTS

Entry-level Life actuarial role supporting valuation, modeling, product development and financial reporting for Sammons Financial Group in West Des Moines, IA. You will assist with actuarial models, data analysis, and regulatory/financial reporting while progressing through the SOA exam program.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

  • Entry-level actuarial role focused on valuation, modeling, and financial reporting
  • Work on product development and data analytics for life/annuity products
  • Participate in the company's actuarial study program and SOA exams
  • Office-based role in West Des Moines, IA with regular attendance expected
  • Requires at least one SOA exam passed and continued exam pursuit

DOMAIN EXPERTISE

  • Actuarial modeling and valuation
  • Financial reporting for insurance liabilities
  • Spreadsheet and database analytics
  • Participation in SOA examination program

KEY REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor's degree required (Actuarial Science, Math, Statistics or related)
  • Must have passed at least one SOA actuarial exam
  • Continued pursuit of SOA examination program required
  • Strong spreadsheet, database and analytical skills
  • Ability to work in an office environment and maintain regular attendance

TECH STACK

  • Excel
  • Access
  • PowerPoint

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Job Overview

Salary
$68k - $113k
Work Type
Permanent
Full Time

Ideal Candidate Profile

Entry-level life actuary (Actuarial Associate 1) with 1+ SOA exam passed, interest in annuities and valuation, strong Excel/database skills and willingness to progress through the SOA exam program.

Student

Benefits

Health InsuranceDental InsuranceVision Insurance401(k) PlanGenerous VacationAnnual BonusFlexible HoursStudy Program Formal
Shortlist Forming
Closing Soon
23d
23 days ago

Strategy: Speed over Perfection

By Day 21, visibility drops significantly. Recruiters are focusing on existing candidates.

"Don't wait for a cover letter. The requisition could close tomorrow. Apply now."

Job Overview

Salary
$68k - $113k
Work Type
Permanent
Full Time

Ideal Candidate Profile

Entry-level life actuary (Actuarial Associate 1) with 1+ SOA exam passed, interest in annuities and valuation, strong Excel/database skills and willingness to progress through the SOA exam program.

Student

Benefits

Health InsuranceDental InsuranceVision Insurance401(k) PlanGenerous VacationAnnual BonusFlexible HoursStudy Program Formal
Shortlist Forming
Closing Soon
23d
23 days ago

Strategy: Speed over Perfection

By Day 21, visibility drops significantly. Recruiters are focusing on existing candidates.

"Don't wait for a cover letter. The requisition could close tomorrow. Apply now."

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Sammons Financial Group

Actuarial Associate 1

Sammons Financial Group•West Des Moines, United States•3w ago
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