A seasoned Actuary who directly manages, plans and implements large complex actuarial reserve reviews. Leads a team and directs the activities of this actuarial area. Is accountable for completing quarterly reserve reviews for Specialty Lines including Professional Liability, Warranty and Surety and working with team to identify trends and present recommendations to leadership. Provides consultation to claim, pricing and underwriting partners.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines:
- Directs the work activities and has full management responsibility for the performance, coaching and development of a team.
- Provides business partners and functional subject matter experts actuarial guidance and business insights related to profitability.
- Builds strong relationships with direct reports, peers, business partners and leaders across multiple functions in order to ensure optimal implementation of business strategies aligned with actuarial insights and analytics.
- Collaborates with and influences senior leadership in the development and implementation of reserving strategy for Specialty Lines including Professional Liability, Warranty & Surety. Drives innovation in products through thought leadership.
- Participates with senior leadership in the development and implementation of actuarial policies, business strategies and goals, regularly evaluating performance against goals, and holding self and team accountable for achieving desired results.
- Oversees the production of highly technical actuarial analyses and reports to communicate to other analytical staff and to senior management.
- Stays up to date in actuarial expertise, state/territory regulations and industry trends and development in order to lead decisions related to line of business.
- Ensures team is maintaining clear documentation of methods.
May perform additional duties as assigned.
Reporting Relationship
AVP or above
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
- Senior level knowledge of actuarial principles, practices and procedures and industry issues as they relate to the organization.
- Ability to effectively attract, lead and develop a diverse & inclusive actuarial team.
- Ability to achieve results by taking a proactive long-term view of business goals and objectives.
- Experience influencing business partners at various levels.
- Ability to achieve results by taking a proactive long-term view of business goals and objectives.
- Excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem solving skills with the ability to effectively resolve complex situations and issues.
- Proven ability to exercise professional judgment, manages available resources and assume responsibility for decisions which have impact.
- Ability to creatively and effectively manage through ambiguous and challenging problems, takes appropriate levels of risk and leads through change.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent.
- Typically a minimum of ten years of related work experience.
- Typically has attained Fellowship accreditation (FCAS).
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In certain jurisdictions, CNA is legally required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. In California, Colorado, Connecticut, New York and Washington, the standard base pay range for this role is $78,500 to $301,400 annually. Salary determinations are based on various factors, including but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. CNA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees - and their family members - achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals. For a detailed look at CNA's benefits, please visit cnabenefits.com.
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Working at
CNA
CNA is an insurance company that stands out for its focus on serving the needs of businesses and organizations. The company was founded in 1897 and has since become one of the largest insurance providers in the United States. In addition to offering traditional insurance products, such as property and casualty insurance and professional liability insurance, CNA also provides risk management and consulting services to help clients identify and mitigate potential risks. CNA has a strong reputation for customer service and is known for its expertise in serving the diverse needs of businesses and organizations. The company has a national presence in the United States and also has operations in several other countries around the world.