Closer to client-facing consulting than a modelling-heavy individual contributor role because account growth, trusted-advisor work and team leadership are central.
Titled above the requirements. The posted title says Senior Director, while the description repeatedly identifies the opening as Director and the extracted seniority is Director.
Director-level Life and Annuities consulting role, based in Philadelphia with remote/virtual work available. You will lead client engagements spanning ALM, financial risk, product design and pricing, modeling, reporting, M&A and regulatory issues, while developing accounts and mentoring teams. The role requires 10+ years of actuarial experience and an FSA or equivalent.
Requirements
Must have
Minimum 10 years of experience in an actuarial role at a life insurance company, consulting firm, or financial services organization
Strongly preferred
FSA or equivalent credential (e.g., FIA)
Deep expertise in ALM, financial risk management, life and annuity product design, and financial modeling
Excellent and demonstrated oral and written communication skills
Proven ability to translate complex technical concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across different disciplines and work styles
Proven leadership experience in managing and directing teams with varying levels of experience
Strong technical proficiency, with ability to direct and review work produced in at least one of: Microsoft Excel with VBA, SQL, Python, or R
Expertise in at least one specific life insurance and/or annuity product line
Expertise in at least one of the following functional areas: predictive analytics / data science, experience studies, financial reporting, financial modeling, mergers & acquisitions, product development / pricing and risk management
Self-motivated, proactive learner with a passion for driving new developments
Ability and willingness to coach and mentor junior colleagues and foster their professional growth
Skill in developing and articulating engagement strategies, translating them into actionable project plans
Strong multitasking abilities, effectively managing multiple projects and clients
Flexibility to put in extra effort to meet client deadlines when necessary
Skills & Domain
ToolsExcel
DomainLife and annuity product design and pricingAsset liability management (ALM) and financial risk managementFinancial modeling and reportingMergers and acquisitions in life insuranceRegulatory issues and compliance
Senior Director - Actuarial Life and Annuities Consulting