ACTUARIAL DIRECTOR- ASSUMPTION AND EXPERIENCE STUDIES

Job TitleActuarial Director- Assumption and Experience StudiesLocationRemote - USAArea of InterestActuarialFull-Time/Part TimeFull-timeJob Description Ameritas is looking for our next Director, Actuarial-Assumption and Experience Studies to join our Corporate Actuarial team. This position will lead a team of associates focusing on actuarial experience studies and assumptions and will report to the Corporate Chief Actuary.  This detail-oriented, results-driven individual will have advanced knowledge of industry practices and standards and assume the lead in the assigned responsibilities.  This position is essential for the company's management of risk and to assure the appropriate level of profitability.  This position is expected to provide actionable information that enables good business decisions and is accountable for project initiatives and business processes within job area.This role could be hybrid or remote based on proximity to an office location.   At Ameritas, our mission is Fulfilling Life. We do that in many ways, but especially by helping people invest in themselves by offering trusted financial products and advice. Because we believe everyone should be happy, healthy, and financially secure, we work hard to provide trusted financial products and valued guidance, including individual life and disability insurance, employee benefits, retirement planning, investments, and wealth management services.What you doLead actuarial experience study and assumption setting process for life, annuity and disability income businessResponsible for thought leadership around data needs for current and future experience studiesActively manage the assumption governance process including new state-of-the-art Assumption RepositoryOversee strong documentation and control environment as well as team development and trainingChallenge experience study deep dive structure and resultsRecommend well-vetted, fit-for-purpose, consistent assumptions across multiple use casesProvide independence while working with both business and corporate interestsOversee VM-50 experience reporting and other industry experience study data requestsResponsible for company X-factor analysisProvide oversight on stress testing, scenario and sensitivity analysis around assumptions to equip management to make strategic decisionsBuild and cultivate internal and external relationships Develop partnerships within the organization to engage in cross-functional business initiativesOversee and accountable for business plans while focusing on results and measurementsBuild strategy around the organization’s Purpose, Mission, Vision and ValuesMonitor the external markets to ensure industry best practicesConsult and represent Ameritas to external stakeholdersWhat you bringBachelor’s in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics or related field or equivalent work experience 7-10+ years of actuarial experience, including at least 2 years in a formal experience study or assumption environmentActuarial modeling software knowledge strongly preferred4+ years of leadership or management experienceStrong attention to detailKnowledge of life, annuity, disability income and/or retirement plans products with preference toward knowledge of indexed productsAssociate or Fellow of the Society of Actuaries designation.  Member of the American Academy of Actuaries.Advanced knowledge of insurance products and concepts, actuarial theory and techniques, and regulation of the insurance industry.Ability to accurately perform detailed calculations with a high-level of understanding.Ability to clearly and thoroughly document assumptions, decisions, processes, and other work performed.Project management experience with the ability to multi-task and switch back and forth between projects as needed. What we offerOur company motto is “Fulfilling Life”, and we take that job seriously, with a heavy commitment to volunteering and community support, employee well-being, and providing quality products and services that help our customers create a brighter future.Being a mutual-based organization, the return on our investment goes back into the company, to benefit our members/customers.We’re committed to professional development, opportunity, inclusion, and diversity. Team building and collaboration are also priorities.A total rewards package with all the comprehensive health and welfare benefits you’d expect, including competitive pay and incentives, 401(k), flexible work schedules and time off to care for yourself and others.Additional popular benefits, including tuition reimbursement, and student loan repayment, an incentivized well-being program, adoption assistance, paid time off for volunteering, training, and career development opportunities. An Equal Opportunity Employer Ameritas has a reputation as a company that cares, and because everyone should feel safe bringing their authentic, whole self to work, we’re committed to an inclusive culture and diverse workplace, enriched by our individual differences. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that hires based on qualifications, positive attitude, and exemplary work ethic, regardless of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Salary Range: ($143,000-$244,000)Company Video