VP, Actuary – US Pricing
SCOR
- New York City, NY
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Work closely across teams (Client Solutions, Underwriting, Experience Analysis, and others) to identify the expectations and needs of the Pricing team as client requests are received.
- Work with the Client Solutions team and other departments to find solutions to client issues.
- Lead the pricing process while working with the deal team to deliver high quality and timely reinsurance quotes to our clients.
- Assure the continuous improvement of the pricing standards and assessment methodologies related to key pricing assumptions through effective thought leadership and projects.
- Research technical topics, share knowledge, provide informed opinions of the best course of action, and implement decisions in the pricing process and models.
- Review emerging products, regulatory developments and industry issues. Provide feedback to senior management on the financial impact of these in regard to particular products, particular companies, or our overall portfolio.
- Participate in the evaluation of and propose pricing approaches for product lines new to SCOR.
- Provide guidance in the assessment and development of mortality assumptions, including adjustments to reflect emerging UW models and practices.
- Work with the Global Pricing team to continually improve data modeling.
- Assist on various projects involving Growth & Development initiatives as they arise.
- Participate in thought leadership by writing for SCOR's client newsletters and industry publications, attending and participating at targeted industry conferences and by serving on relevant industry committees.
- Participate in client meetings during client visits, at industry events, or virtually.
- May perform other duties as required
- 10+ years of experience in product management, pricing, and corporate financial management in the life insurance and life reinsurance industry.
- Up-to-date knowledge of life insurance laws, regulations, insurance products, and emerging underwriting practices.
- Credibility and leadership with the capability to generate a high level of respect and trust from management and other actuarial professionals.
- Skilled in mathematical analysis with strong problem-solving ability
- Demonstrated skills in identifying and solving business needs, including preparing and analyzing data, assumptions, and models.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic knowledge of statistical programming languages (i.e., R or Python).
- Experience with actuarial modeling software, GGY AXIS or Prophet preferred.
- Strong proficiency using Microsoft Office Products and demonstrated ability to learn new software/tools.
- Basic knowledge and awareness of the Agile/SCRUM methodology.
- Highly motivated/self-starter.
- Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team with readiness to travel on occasion.
- Skilled at collaborating with others across offices and geographical locations.
- Regular attendance and ability to work extended hours, if necessary, to meet deadlines.
- Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science or related areas
- Fellow of the Society of Actuaries with current CPD compliance