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Director, Actuary
Location
United States
Posted
45 days ago
Salary
$124.2K - $175.8K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Director, Actuary
Horace Mann
• Lead the development and execution of pricing strategies for Group and Supplemental Benefits products (e.g., group life, disability, and voluntary/worksite benefits) • Own pricing assumptions, methodologies, and governance to ensure alignment with profitability and risk objectives • Partner closely with Product, Underwriting, Finance, Distribution, and Claims to support new product development, rate actions, and in-market strategy • Evaluate product performance, emerging experience, and competitive positioning to recommend pricing and product adjustments • Oversee the development, enhancement, and governance of actuarial pricing models • Provide actuarial leadership for rate filings, regulatory compliance, and internal review processes • Present pricing recommendations and business insights to senior leadership and key stakeholders • Lead, mentor, and develop actuarial talent, fostering a high-performing and collaborative team environment • Drive process improvements, automation, and the adoption of advanced analytics in pricing
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA) designation required
- 6+ years of actuarial experience, with significant experience in Group and/or Supplemental Benefits pricing
- Strong understanding of pricing frameworks, risk management, and insurance product design
- Knowledge of regulatory environments and rate filing processes for group and supplemental insurance products
- Experience developing and managing actuarial models; familiarity with modeling tools such as MG-ALFA is a plus
- Advanced proficiency in Excel; experience with SQL, R, Python, or similar tools preferred
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
- Strong business acumen and ability to balance technical rigor with practical decision-making.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Flexible work arrangements
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