Assistant Vice President - Actuary

Symetra has an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Assistant Vice President, Actuary

About the role:

We are looking for a leader to oversee the GAAP and Statutory Valuation of the Annuities Division. This role includes managing a team of around 10 individuals working on all aspects of reserving and DAC for all annuity product lines. Must be comfortable presenting results and insights to leadership on a regular basis. Ability to drive for results by focusing on material impact items and important strategic metrics.

Responsibilities:

• One of the lead actuaries within a division overseeing a major segment or function such as pricing/product development, financial reporting, modeling, and/or risk management.
• Approximately 25% of time spent on recurring duties, 35% on project related work, and 40% management related duties including reviewing work, developing employees, and leading teams
• Lead member of the division actuarial team and may assist with division planning and setting strategy for achievement of division goals.

Why Work at Symetra -

Here’s what some of our employees have to say about why they work at Symetra:

“I feel welcome and included at Symetra every day and I really believe you can be you at Symetra. “Megan H. - Deputy Chief Compliance Officer

“Symetra values learning. Symetra has so many resources - whether that is the Student of the Business courses, sponsorship of professional certifications, or just individual employees being so willing to teach and answer questions.” Felicia D. - Financial Reporting Lead Senior Analyst

What we offer you

Benefits and Perks

We don’t take a “one-size-fits-all” approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home.

• Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays
• Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview
• Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
• Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
• Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching

Compensation

Salary Range: $142,700 – $237,800 plus eligibility for annual bonus programs

Who you are

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with strong quantitative background including college level Mathematics

• Experience with PolySystems preferred

• Fixed Indexed Annuity and Registered Indexed Annuity Experience PreferredExceptional technical and computer skills, including use of complex spreadsheets, PowerPoint, and data management tools
• 8-10 years of insurance related actuarial experience
• FSA required
• Must have annuities experience.

• Familiarity with US GAAP Long Duration Targeted Improvements preferred
• Strong aptitude to manage a complex set of simultaneous projects and initiatives to successful outcomes
• Proven ability to present technical information to large audiences
• Expressed commitment to professional development
• Broad expertise in a variety of company, industry, and regulatory actuarial issues
• Professional presence with polished and well-developed oral/written communication, interpersonal and team skills
• Deep expertise in insurance product reserving rules as well as US GAAP accounting rules and knowledge of industry trends
• Demonstrated ability to operate and influence in a matrixed organization

We empower inclusion

At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We’re building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute.

Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspective, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here: Here

Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom

Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we’re guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they’re buying, and we design products—and operate our company—to stand the test of time. We’re committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.

For more information about our careers visit: www.symetra.com/careers

Work Authorization

Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.

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