Vice President & Actuary (Annuities Pricing)

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Vice President & Actuary (Annuities Pricing) based in United States.

This executive-level actuarial leadership role is responsible for shaping pricing strategies and product decisions within a sophisticated financial services environment. The position leads variable annuity pricing initiatives, balancing profitability, customer value, risk management, and regulatory considerations. The successful candidate will collaborate with senior leaders and cross-functional teams across product, investments, valuation, and finance. This role offers the opportunity to influence enterprise-level decisions through advanced actuarial expertise and strategic insights. The position combines technical excellence, business partnership, and people leadership to drive sustainable growth. Working in a hybrid or virtual setting, the role provides flexibility while maintaining strong collaboration with key stakeholders.

Accountabilities:: The Vice President & Actuary (Annuities Pricing) serves as a senior actuarial leader responsible for guiding pricing strategies, managing product profitability, and supporting business growth through data-driven insights and effective collaboration.

Lead actuarial pricing strategies for variable individual annuity products, including product design, rate setting, profitability analysis, and governance processes.

Partner with internal stakeholders across product, investments, valuation, finance, and corporate actuarial functions to evaluate opportunities and support strategic decisions.

Assess new product concepts, pricing models, assumptions, and methodologies to determine feasibility and alignment with business objectives.

Communicate complex actuarial concepts, product features, financial drivers, and risk-return considerations to technical and executive audiences.

Oversee regulatory requirements related to annuity products, including filings, compliance activities, and regulatory interactions.

Manage production activities such as assumption maintenance, profitability reporting, pricing updates, and documentation standards.

Identify emerging competitive, regulatory, and market trends to uncover opportunities and mitigate business risks.

Drive process improvements, operational efficiencies, and enhancements to actuarial methodologies.

Lead and develop a team of actuaries by managing priorities, providing guidance, and supporting professional growth.

Influence strategic initiatives and contribute to enterprise-wide actuarial and financial objectives.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate combines deep actuarial expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to communicate effectively across technical and business teams.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.

Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA) designation required.

10+ years of actuarial experience, with significant experience in pricing and product management.

Strong knowledge of annuity products, particularly variable annuities; experience with fixed annuities is a plus.

Experience with actuarial modeling software and analytical tools such as MATLAB, GGY Axis, Python, or similar platforms.

Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop actionable recommendations.

Proven ability to explain complex actuarial topics clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Experience leading teams or managing actuarial professionals preferred.

Ability to influence stakeholders, manage multiple priorities, and drive results in a complex organization.

Strong collaboration, communication, research, and strategic thinking skills.

Benefits:

Competitive base salary range of approximately $192,900 to $289,300 annually, depending on experience, location, and qualifications.

Annual incentive opportunities based on individual and organizational performance.

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage.

Paid time off and various leave programs, including parental and military leave.

401(k) plan with company match and a company-funded pension plan.

Wellness programs with financial support for eligible wellbeing expenses.

Resources supporting mental health, financial wellness, family needs, education, and career development.

Education benefits to support approved degree programs and professional certifications.

Employee stock purchase opportunities.

Flexible hybrid or virtual work arrangements depending on business needs.

Access to leadership development, learning resources, and career growth opportunities.

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