Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies provide Property & Casualty insurance products and services through a nationwide network of independent agents/brokers. Our companies are all rated A+ "Superior" by AM Best (the leading independent insurance rating organization) and ultimately owned by Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway group - one of the financially strongest organizations in the world! Headquartered in Wilkes-Barre, PA, we employ over 1,000 individuals (and growing) and have offices across the country. Our vision is to be the leading small business insurance provider nationwide.
Founded upon an exceptional culture and led by a collaborative and inclusive management team, our company's success is grounded in our core values: accountability, service, integrity, empowerment, and diversity. We are always in search of talented individuals to join our team and embark on an exciting career path!
BENEFITS
We are an equal opportunity employer that strives to maintain a work environment that is welcoming and enriching for all. You'll be surprised by all we have to offer!
- Competitive compensation
- Healthcare benefits package that begins on first day of employment
- 401K retirement plan with company match and profit sharing
- Generous paid vacation and sick time
- Hybrid work schedule (three days in the office, two days from home)
- Work/life balance schedule - no nights or weekends/closed for all major holidays
- Longevity awards (every 5 years of employment receive a generous monetary award to be used toward a vacation)
- Tuition reimbursement after six months of employment
- Numerous opportunities for continued training and career advancement
- And much more!
Responsibilities
**This role will be filled at the Associate Actuary or Director level based on candidate qualifications**We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated ACAS or FCAS to join our growing team. This position will report to the AVP - Auto/Programs or the Chief Pricing Actuary and will play a key role as we transform GUARD into a top tier commercial insurer. In or agile and fast-paced environment, your work will have a direct impact on results. This position is a vocal leader within the department and in working with business partners as we profitably grow our auto portfolio. This role participates in setting the strategic direction for their area while managing a team of actuarial analysts.The successful candidate will be responsible for completing pricing analysis and leading various projects aimed at monitoring and maintaining profitability. Projects may include application of data science methods in pricing, the development of a dynamic monitoring tool, and programming of more advanced pricing methods. The candidate must be self-motivated, work independently, and have strong analytical and communication skills. The position can be located in New York City, Philadelphia, Parsippany (NJ), Wilkes-Barre (PA), Chicago, Atlanta, or Phoenix.
- Provide strategic input and collaborate with business partners, such as Claims and Product, to profitability grow our commercial auto portfolio
- Initiate, organize, and lead the completion of actuarial analyses for all auto products, including delegation to others.
- Manage multiple assignments independently and simultaneously with a focus on timeliness and accuracy.
- Ensure appropriate documentation is maintained that allows another actuarial staff member to understand and recreate the work product.
- Prioritize and drive industry research, studies, and analyses to support actuarial projects.
- Communicate results, including insights and recommendations within the department, to other departments, and to senior leadership.
- Manage, grow, and develop team members as appropriate and advocate for their continued development.
Qualifications
- Five or more years of actuarial experience with at least two years of Commercial Auto experience.
- ACAS or FCAS Required
- Exceptional attention to detail to ensure accuracy and reliability of results.
- Ability to communicate results and assumptions.
- Experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data and model results.
- Results-oriented with the ability to multi-task and adjust priorities when necessary.
- Experience managing or mentoring less experienced team members
- Knowledge of VBA, SQL, R is preferred.
Salary Range
$110,000.00-$180,000.00 USD
The successful candidate is expected to work in one of our offices 3 days per week and also be available for travel as required
The annual base salary range posted represents a broad range of salaries around the U.S. and is subject to many factors including but not limited to credentials, education, experience, geographic location, job responsibilities, performance, skills and/or training.
How to Apply:
interested candidates should submit their resume detailing their qualifications and experience online.
Join Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies and be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction. We look forward to meeting you!