Quantitative Risk Analyst Lead (Life and Annuity Actuary)

Company: USAA
Location: Wylie
Posted on: June 18, 2022

Job Description:

Purpose of Job As the Quantitative Risk Analyst Lead (Life and Annuity Actuary) you will be responsible for validating of actuarial values and their underlying modeling systems and processes for fixed, indexed, variable, registered-indexed, in-plan, and immediate annuities. You'll monitor emerging regulations and accounting rules from governing bodies, influence their final form through regulators and industry groups, and apply thought leadership on application of new rules as they occur. Responsibilities will include:

• Experience in actuarial and stochastic modeling, machine learning, or other advanced mathematical techniques
• Risk management experience in a complex institution and or highly matrixed environment related to life insurance or financial services
• Experience managing complex processes to include process engineering or project management experience
• Industry-related analytical experience in for life insurance pricing, reserving, asset and liability management (ALM), financial modeling, capital calculations, and hedgingConducts and develops quantitative and analytic models, assessments and/or applications in support of risk management efforts that assess the market and identify risks and gaps in existing or proposed processes. Applies diverse methodologies and deep experience in quantitative analytics to identify and solve complex and/or undefined risk problems. Works with leadership to remediate gaps and improvements identified between existing practices and regulatory requirements. Leads and executes complex initiatives and cross functional teams within the Chief Risk Office and across the Enterprise that drive problem resolution. Leverages broad enterprise knowledge and business acumen related to core discipline(s), products and processes.
  
  This position is available as a Hybrid Work Model in our San Antonio, TX home office
  
  Job Requirements
  About USAA
  USAA knows what it means to serve. We facilitate the financial security of millions of U.S. military members and their families. This singular mission requires a dedication to innovative thinking at every level.
  
  Primary Responsibilities:
  Applies expert analytical knowledge to utilize advanced analytics to assess future risk and/or new risks, opportunities, and effectiveness.
  Translates results into meaningful solutions to enhance decision making.
  Presents findings to senior level leadership.
  Applies expert knowledge and industry best practices to quantify risk and aggregate exposures.
  Develops complex systems and programs that measure aggregate risk exposures.
  Performs model validations and presents results to senior leadership.
  Applies innovative and scientific/quantitative analytical approaches to draw conclusions and make recommendations to answer business objectives and drive change.
  Translates recommendations into communication materials to effectively present to senior leadership. Recommendations typically have a major impact on business results.
  Provides subject matter expertise in operationalizing recommendations.
  Applies expert knowledge to produce advanced analytical material to lead discussions with cross functional teams and senior leadership to understand complex business objectives and influence solution strategies.
  Demonstrates thought leadership in cross functional team environments.
  Drives and creates cross functional teams in support of initiatives that have significant impact to the enterprise or a core business area.
  Provides direction and mentorship to other team members in the peer review process.
  Expertly communicates analytical results, findings and solutions to governance committees and business process owners and influences business analysis.
  
  Minimum Requirements:
  Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Actuarial Sciences, or other quantitative discipline. 4 additional years of related experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
  8 years related quantitative analysis experience in a discipline relevant to risk management to include statistical analysis, modeling, mathematics or other quantitative discipline. OR advanced degree/designation in Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Actuarial Sciences, or other quantitative discipline and 4 years work experience in a quantitative discipline relevant to risk management. OR PhD in Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, or other quantitative discipline and up to 2 years work experience in a quantitative discipline relevant to risk management
  
  Preferred Experience:
  Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA) Designation
  Chartered Enterprise Risk Analyst (CERA) Designation
  Experience in actuarial and stochastic modeling, machine learning, or other advanced mathematical techniques
  Risk management experience in a complex institution and or highly matrixed environment related to life insurance or financial services
  Experience managing complex processes to include process engineering or project management experience
  Industry-related analytical experience in for life insurance pricing, reserving, asset and liability management (ALM), financial modeling, capital calculations, and hedging
  Experience with Moody's Analytics AXIS Actuarial Modeling System and Moody's Analytics Risk Integrity--- Insight
  Proficient analytical skills with an aptitude for quantitative and scenario analysis
  Risk Assessment and Analysis
  
  Compensation:
  USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market position. The salary range for this position is: $117,600.00 - $211,700.00 *(this does not include geographic differential it may be applied based on your work location)
  Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance or at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.
  
  
  • Geographical Differential : Geographic pay differential is additional pay provided to eligible employees working in locations where market pay levels are above the national average.Shift premium will be addressed on an individual basis for applicable roles that are consistently scheduled for non-core hours.
    
    Benefits:
    At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.
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    Relocation assistance is available for this position.

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