Senior Actuary (FSA), Prophet Modeller

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 - Prophet Modeler to join our Enterprise Modeling Team. This role is on-site 4 days per week and work from home 1 day per week in Newport Beach, CA, Omaha, NE, or Charlotte, NC. If you are not currently located near one of our offices, we offer comprehensive relocation assistance.

As a Prophet Modeler, you’ll move Pacific Life, and your career, forward by leading Prophet model development for all Pacific Life’s products and business cases. You will collaborate with Pricing, Valuation, ALM, Hedging and IT infrastructure teams to provide innovative modeling and reporting capabilities. You will fill an existing role that sits on a team of fourteen people in the Enterprise Modeling division. Your colleagues will include software and data engineers, data scientists and fellow actuarial professionals.

Note: Actual title will reflect the chosen candidate's experience and exam progress. Candidates who meet most but not all requirements are encouraged to apply.

How you will make an impact:

Work in a modeling role focused on model development for new and existing life products

Perform model development and testing/debugging of Prophet models, peer review changes made by other team members and act as an internal Prophet expert for your colleagues

Proactively evaluate and recommend modeling strategies and potential approaches to find solutions that best address business needs

Lead model development initiatives that improve and expand existing models

Partner with IT and functional areas to develop simple, effective, and innovative solutions to simplify modeling processes

Provide guidance and expertise to junior staff on methodology, model implementation, and testing/debugging to support modeling initiatives

Support and comply with all Model Risk Management initiatives and Model Steward documentation and standards.

The experience you will bring:

Bachelor’s in actuarial science, computer science, finance, mathematics or related field

4+ years’ actuarial experience

6+ years’ experience in actuarial modeling and coding

FSA Designation

Excited to work in a role that involves heavy use of Prophet in context of pricing, valuation and ALM modeling

Self-starter with ability to develop solutions by collaborating with multiple business partners

Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, and to manage long-term projects

Detail-oriented with excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

What will make you stand out:

Excellent communication skill

Experience coding in Python, Visual Basic, and SQL

Experience working with Azure DevOps, JIRA, pipelines, and AWS

Advanced knowledge and experience in Prophet

Experience with Annuity, Institutional, and Life products

Experience with ALM/Hedging

CERA/CFA designation

Base salary ranges (location specific):

Newport Beach, CA: $167,670 - 204,236

Omaha, NE: $144,810 - $176,990

Charlotte, NC: $152,370 - 186,230

You can be who you are.

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 www.pacificlife.com. What’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife.

Base Pay Range:

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 be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.

$167,670.00 - $204,930.00

Your Benefits Start Day 1

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. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we’ve got you covered.

Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents

Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off

Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program

Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

You Can Be Who You Are

We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential.

What’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife

EEO Statement:

Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.