Senior Manager / Manager Life Actuarial Consultant

  • Full-time

Company Description

WHO WE ARE 

Sia Partners is a next generation consulting firm focused on delivering superior value and tangible results to its clients as they navigate the digital revolution. With over 1,650 consultants in 16 countries, we will generate an annual turnover of USD 300 million for the current fiscal year. Our global footprint and our expertise in more than 30 sectors and services allow us to enhance our clients' businesses worldwide. We guide their projects and initiatives in strategy, business transformation, IT & digital strategy, and Data Science. As the pioneer of Consulting 4.0, we develop consulting bots and integrate AI in our solutions.

Job Description

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Sia Partners is seeking a talented and enthusiastic Senior Manager or Manager to work with the head of the US Insurance Practice to build and develop the Actuarial practice. You will have the opportunity to help insurance organizations transform their risk, capital, finance and pricing operations and ultimately enhance the client’s top and bottom lines. As a member of the Insurance Practice, you will be based in New York and work with the largest insurance companies in the US.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead major projects and manage relationships with flagship and key accounts

  • Summarize and presents findings to project managers and clients

  • Collaborate with engagement team to deliver high-quality work products

  • Apply strategic and critical thinking to develop recommendations that address client challenges

  • Lead business development and proposal efforts

  • Manage team of resources to ensure deliverables are provided on time

  • Provide guidance and mentoring to junior team 

  • Drive sales efforts and lead internal corporate initiatives

  • Collaborate with stakeholders and work on strategic projects across pricing, finance, risk and ALM departments 

Qualifications

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES FOR SUCCESS

  • Bachelor’s degree in actuarial science, mathematics, or related field

  • Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA) or similar designation, or an Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA); additional professional qualification is a plus (e.g., FRM, CFA)

  • A strong understanding of actuarial models for pricing, reserving and capital requirements estimates, in accordance with Statutory and US GAAP Accounting frameworks

  • Experience in Life product development or financial reporting, with knowledge of product characteristics, designs, and risks

  • Experience in Moody’s Analytics AXIS and knowledge of IFRS 17 standard is a strong plus, as well as experience with cash flow modelling, MCEV

  • Actuarial and financial items such as reserves, assets and capital requirements

  • VBA coding skills to automate calculations and processes

  • Strong knowledge about financial and pricing models, and assets and liabilities to perform audits and analysis of financial results

  • Significant technical experience and expertise with US valuation systems

  • Good communication skills to interact with business leaders and technology teams to understand calculations and confirm proper implementation

  • Sound knowledge of insurance life and retirement products as well as pricing, finance, risk and ALM activities

  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

  • Strong process and organizational skills

Additional Information

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

This is an opportunity to join a fast-growing team in New York that serves some of the most exciting and highly respected companies in the world. You will have the opportunity to provide clients with original thinking and cutting-edge solutions and you’ll often have the satisfaction of seeing the impact of your work on their business. We are committed to a healthy work-life balance. We do serve our clients globally and if interested, there are opportunities for international mobility.

BENEFITS

●  PTO/Sick Days/Holidays, including paid maternity and paternity leave

●  Healthcare that includes dental and vision, life insurance and 401K matching

●  Robust learning and development platform, plus Annual seminar

●  Work directly with clients

STILL INTERESTED? TELL US ABOUT YOUR…

●  Consulting experience

●  Data supported success stories

●  Growth from failure

●  Innovation and initiative

●  Tools and training

●  Cross-functional experience

●  Pursuits outside work

●  Goals, dreams, aspirations

We are an equal opportunity employer that cherishes our collective diversity.

 

EEO Guidelines

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Sia Partners is an equal opportunity employer. At Sia Partners, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Additional Information

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