Since 1922, USAA has offered a fully integrated array of financial services to active and former U.S. military members and their families. USAA's services inclu
Actuary
Location
Worldwide
Posted
7 days ago
Salary
$127.3K - $243.3K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Actuary
USAA
Title: Actuary Location: This role is remote-eligible in the continental U.S. Type: Full-Time Job Description: Why USAA? At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community and their families. Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values – honesty, integrity, loyalty and service – define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful. We are proud to support active-duty military spouses. USAA roles may offer remote or hybrid flexibility for active-duty military spouses consistent with applicable policy and business needs. The Opportunity As a dedicated Actuary, you will lead the future of state‑level pricing strategy. Working in our newly formed Go-to-Market Pricing unit, you will work with a team of actuaries and analysts to design, tailor, and advance pricing and product strategies across diverse state markets. This role blends technical depth with strategic influence, partnering closely with state product leaders, navigating regulatory and environmental complexity, and driving innovative actuarial solutions that enhance member impact and competitiveness. This role is remote eligible in the continental U.S. with occasional business travel. However, individuals residing within a 60-mile radius of a USAA office will be expected to work on-site four days per week. What you'll do: - Applies advanced actuarial knowledge to complete broad and complex projects (e.g., evaluates and selects methodology to price new discount/endorsement for countrywide rollout; develops alternative methodologies to comply with complex regulatory requirements; selects metrics and designs processes to monitor model performance; translates business problems into technical requirements and performs required analysis to develop solutions; independently runs catastrophe models and interprets and communicates results to support critical business activities, while enhancing the control environment as needed. - Utilizes advanced actuarial, mathematical, or statistical techniques to augment actuarial work product. - Leads special actuarial projects, such as the development of new methodologies or reporting tools. - Trains new team members on the theory and mechanics of relevant actuarial methodologies. - Applies deep understanding of products supported, stakeholders’ needs, and industry trends to solve unstructured business problems. - Identifies and anticipates compliance gaps and process improvements; recommends and develops solutions to mitigate risk. - Represents Actuary in cross-functional efforts. - Develops written communication and presentations that effectively convey data-driven solutions to broad audiences, including cross-functional executive leadership. - Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures. What you have: - Bachelor’s degree; OR 4 years of related Actuarial/business/analytical experience (in addition to the minimum years of experience required) may be substituted in lieu of degree. - 4 years of Actuarial or analytical business experience. - Associate of the Casualty Actuarial Society (ACAS) Credential. - Demonstrated advanced skills with relevant actuarial, mathematical, and statistical techniques and approaches used to support fact-based decision-making. - Advanced knowledge of data analysis tools, data visualization, developing analysis queries and procedures in Python, R, SQL, SAS, BI tools or other analysis software, and relevant industry data & methods and ability to connect external insights to business problems. - Demonstrated experience communicating complex solutions and analysis to both technical and nontechnical audiences, including executive leadership. What sets you apart: - A passion for creative and innovative actuarial work and developing that mindset in less experienced analysts through project leadership and oversight related to this work - Strong Actuarial pricing expertise with experience in using a variety of pricing methodologies and models. - Experience translating detailed analytics into manageable visualizations and communicating/presenting the results concisely to executive leadership. - Experience working on multiple projects, managing competing priorities, and prioritizing workflow through strong partnerships with multiple business partners. - Demonstrable problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytic skills. - Ability to improve existing processes and create new, repeatable workflows to enhance team productivity - US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic part Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $127,310 - $243,340. USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.). Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location. Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors. The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job. Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals. For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on USAAjobs.com. Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting. USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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