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Senior Actuary - Institutional FP&A and Business Insights

Apply locations : Newport Beach, CA - 700; Omaha, NE - 6750

Time type : Full time

Posted on : Posted 5 Days Ago

Job requisition id : R14400

Job Description :

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own.

We’re actively seeking a talented Senior Actuary, Financial Planning and Analysis, to join our Institutional Division team in Newport Beach, CA or Omaha, NE.

• This role can be on-site or hybrid, where we believe in empowering our employees to get work done both in and out of the office.

As a Senior Actuary, you will play a key role in Pacific Life’s growth and long-term success by driving insights to support business decisions through financial analysis of Plan and Actual. You will join a team of 5 in the Institutional FP&A and Business Insights team and will partner closely with divisional stakeholders and enterprise teams.

How you’ll help move us forward :

• Update and execute plan modeling for Institutional Products across various economic and business scenarios.
• Analyze results and key metrics for accuracy and reasonableness, and dig into models, data, and assumptions to discover fixes or explanations for unreasonable results.
• Identify efficiencies and modernization opportunities in existing processes and lead implementation efforts.
• Support the creation of financial reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders. Drive storytelling of the materials and ensure communication is appropriate for the target audience.
• Partner and communicate effectively with internal teams, business stakeholders, and enterprise teams.
• Provide timely and accurate analysis of Plan vs Actual results supporting quarterly reporting, planning, and forecasting.
• Develop a strong understanding of the Institutional product suite, including new product development, to identify income drivers and product risks.
• Prepare ad hoc financial analysis and reports to support management and stakeholder decision-making.

The experience you bring :

• FSA designation in the Society of Actuaries.
• 6+ years of actuarial experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science, Finance, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with high degrees of ambiguity and change.
• Advanced experience in Excel with VBA coding proficiency.
• Strong technical skills in a variety of actuarial platforms and / or the ability to quickly learn new technology platforms.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team as well as manage long-term projects.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

What makes you stand out :

• Strong team player with a growth mindset, focused on continuous improvement, sustainability, scalability, and empowering others to grow and succeed collectively.
• Experience in analytical, reporting, and modeling tools, including Hyperion Planning (EPBCS), OAC, Essbase / Smart View, Power BI, and Wdesk.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, financial planning, and analysis concepts.
• Experience working with large data sets (e.g., Alteryx, Snowflake) and data visualization software (e.g., Tableau).
• Prior experience with annuity products (VA, RILA, FA, FIA, etc.) or institutional products (Stable Value, PRT, HSA, FABN, DCLI).
• Experienced in multiple programming software (Python, Visual Basic).
• Solid experience with actuarial modeling software (Prophet, MoSes, Alfa).

People come first here. We’re committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce. Learn more about how we create a welcoming work environment through Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at What’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com / lifeatpacificlife.

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Compensation :

The base pay range noted represents the company’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will depend on several factors, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. Most employees are also eligible for additional incentive pay.

163,620.00 - $199,980.00

Benefits :

Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we’re committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. These include :

• Health and wellbeing benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Accounts.
• Generous paid time off options, including Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Financial Planning Time Off.
• Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance Program.
• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and additional contributions.

EEO Statement :

Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, M / F / D / V. Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans may request accommodations by contacting a Human Resources Representative.

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