Manager & Actuary- Enterprise Risk Management

• Apply strong knowledge of Sammons Financial Group products related to area of focus
• Apply strong knowledge of insurance contracts and actuarial related regulations to perform existing functions
• Develop and recommend assumptions for management approval
• Lead staff to create, understand and interpret complex financial models
• Leverage knowledge of accounting standards and other reporting requirements covering insurance liabilities and the assets backing liabilities
• Lead staff to create spreadsheets, databases and other data analytic software as needed to perform data analysis
• Understand concepts of relevant actuarial risks and the implications of failing to manage risk
• Develop and manage a team of actuaries and/or analysts
• Develop relationships and collaborate with other departments and business units
• Enhance and develop personal and professional skills through the Society of Actuaries’ exam or continuing education requirements

• Bachelor's Degree preferably in the area of mathematics, or a business related field
• 6-8 years' experience in the field of Actuarial Science
• Demonstrate a superior level of mathematical ability and attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Demonstrate strong computer skills including proficiency in the use of applicable technical tools
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to present highly technical information to non-technical audiences
• Ability to apply insurance industry knowledge, preferably in the fields of individual life and annuities
• Ability to identify and direct the analysis of problems or questions and provide recommendations to appropriate audiences
• Experience leading projects and/or supervising work of others is preferred
• Ability to work both individually and as part of a team
• Highly organized with the demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple projects and to switch priorities as necessary
• Ability to work effectively in an office environment
• Commitment to embrace SFG shared values (Respect, Accountability, Integrity, and Openness)
• FSA Required Or Will consider near-FSA actively pursuing completion of FSA or career ASA
• Due to the financial nature and level of accountability of this position, a credit and criminal background check is required

Experience leading projects and/or supervising work of others

• Health, Dental, Vision, Company Paid Retirement, PTO and Holiday Pay
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) is a 100% company-funded retirement plan
• Healthy balance between work and personal lives. Friday afternoons off all year long, competitive PTO, and generous number of paid holidays
• Incentive program for defined goals subject to eligibility and performance