Position Summary
From ideation through implementation, the Actuarial Senior Consultant in this role will be a lead within the individual life insurance product development process. As a subject matter expert on individual life insurance products, the product development process, and the teams with which we work, the Actuarial Senior Consultant will participate in product ideation, influence and drive to decisions on product design, and be a partner for the product pricing team throughout the development process while collaborating with the product development teams to ensure a successful launch.
This position is part of the Actuarial exam-taking path. At Securian Financial the internal title for this position is Actuarial Consultant or Actuarial Sr Consultant. The title and salary will be determined based on experience and exam progress.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Lead individual life insurance product development initiatives
- Use expertise of the product development process to identify impacted teams, develop timelines, escalate risks, and oversee progress to drive a successful launch.
- Develop relationships with leaders of the actuarial pricing, competitive intelligence, illustration, new business, administration, marketing, and legal teams involved in the product development process.
- Identify opportunities for improvement within the product development process to champion best practices for communication, collaboration, and planning.
Influence product ideation and design
- Identify ideas for future product development initiatives as a member of the Core Life Ideation Workstream.
- Lead development of initial assessments and business cases for ideas generated within the workstream.
- Gather input from teams to influence product design seeking a balance of market competitiveness and internal complexity resulting in a recommendation for the Director of Life Product Development.
Create a culture of collaboration and teamwork with the pricing team
- Build relationships with the Life Pricing Actuarial Manager and Actuarial Students on the pricing team.
- Lead weekly collaboration meetings with the pricing team to maintain open communication on upcoming initiatives.
Guide the project manager providing guidance, background, coaching, and onboarding to maintain consistency and effectiveness within the product development process.
Qualifications:
- Fellowship in the Society of Actuaries (or ability to obtain)
- 3+ years of product development experience
- Written, oral and interpersonal communication skills to effectively interact with management, actuarial, ET, underwriting and distribution associates.
- Understanding of implications and appropriate balance between market competitive position, regulatory constraints, system capabilities, profitability, and risk appetite.
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to interact with wide variety of people that is demanded by the job.
- Strong decision-making skills to balance competing interests
- Knowledge (or ability to learn) internal systems necessary for product development launch
Securian Financial believes in hybrid work as an integral part of our culture. Associates get the benefit of working both virtually and in our offices. If you’re in a commutable distance (90 minutes) you’ll join us 2-3 days each week in our offices to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules. When working in our offices at least two days per week isn’t feasible (vacations, illness, travel, etc.), an eight day per month standard is an option.
Physical Job Requirements:
- Ability to utilize the keyboard, computer and/or mouse for up to 8 hours per day
- Ability to work at least 40 hours per week
- Ability to utilize the phone and/or virtual meeting platform for 1-4 hours per day
The physical job requirements described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of jobs.
Be you. With us. At Securian Financial, we understand that attracting top talent means offering more than just a job – it means providing a rewarding and fulfilling career. As a valued member of our high-performing team, we want you to connect with your work, your relationships and your community. Enjoy our comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your professional growth, well-being and work-life balance, including the advantages listed here:
Paid time off:
We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. During your first year of hire, you receive a prorated bank of personal days and vacation time depending on your month of hire.
Leave programs: Securian’s flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave.
Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian’s 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service.
Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners and children – are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage.
Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events, volunteer paid time off, a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more, we encourage you to support organizations important to you.
Associate Resource Groups: Build connections, be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities, including:
Mental Wellness and Disability
Pride at Securian Financial
Securian Young Professionals Network
Securian Multicultural Network
Securian Women and Allies Network
Servicemember Associate Resource Group
For more information regarding Securian’s benefits, please review our Benefits page.
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