Actuar I - Remote

Symetra has an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Actuary I!

About the role

The RD Actuarial Financial Reporting team is looking for an actuary I to join the team! We are seeking an Actuary I to conduct our annuity financial reporting work.You'll initiate, organize, direct, and analyze actuarial research and projects. This includes developing actuarial assumptions, and developing and maintaining profits studies, pricing strategies and policies, pricing models, reserve and financial reporting models and policy, and/or other financial models. May supervise analysts and actuarial students.

What you will do

• Typically leads facets of product development, financial reporting, management reporting, experience studies, risk management reporting, and actuarial research.
• Reviews actuarial reports with significant independence.
• Improves processes and creates efficiencies with reporting, documentation, and transparency.
• May supervise analysts and actuarial students.
• Commitment to self development, attaining industry knowledge, and typically passing actuarial exams to achieve FSA.
• Approximately 40% of time spent on recurring duties, 40% on project related work, and 20% management related duties including reviewing work and developing employees.

Why work at Symetra

"If you want to invest in yourself and build a career, this is a great place to work. If you don't want to put in the effort to learn the industry and become a student of the business (it takes real effort!), there are easier places to work." Cris H. - AVP Internal Sales, Training and Development

"Symetra is inclusive of all employees regardless of their personal differences." Darrell J. - Actuary III

"Symetra values learning. Symetra has so many resources - whether that is the Student of the Business courses, sponsorship of professional certifications, or just individual employees being so willing to teach and answer questions." Felicia D. - Financial Reporting Lead Senior Analyst

What we offer you

We don't take a "one-size-fits-all" approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home.

• Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
• Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
• Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays
• Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching
• Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview

Compensation

Salary Range:$103,300 - $172,200plus eligibility for annual bonus programs

Who you are

• Bachelors degree or equivalent with strong quantitative background including college level mathematics.
• 4+ years of insurance related actuarial experience. Typically 4 to 8 years of experience.
• 7 to 8 actuarial exams. ASA designation required, might have FSA.
• Strong communication skills.
• Significant communication with senior leadership.
• Highly skilled in PC utilization including spreadsheets, data management software, and actuarial modeling software.
• Advanced knowledge of actuarial concepts and assumptions used for modeling, pricing, and financial reporting.
• Proven ability to work independently.
• Ability to solve complex actuarial problems independently.
• Significant knowledge of insurance/products and the industry.
• Commitment to professional development.
• Experience with Python, Snowflake and or other actuarial modeling software.
• High school diploma required.

We empower inclusion

At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute. Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspectives, and removing barriers.

We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts Here.

Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom

Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products-and operate our company-to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.

For more information about our careers visit: https://symetra.eightfold.ai/careers

Work Authorization

Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.

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