Actuarial Manager

Actuarial Manager

We are adding to our diverse team of experts and are looking to hire those who are committed to building a culture that enables the creation of innovative solutions for our business units and clients.

The Company

Welcome to Munich Re Specialty - North America, a leading specialty insurance provider dedicated to delivering exceptional underwriting, claims, and risk management expertise to our partners and customers. As a trusted industry expert, we offer a broad range of comprehensive and customized solutions, including casualty, professional lines, property, surety, and public entity coverages. With the financial strength and global resources of our A+ Superior (A.M. Best) rated organization, we provide unmatched stability and reliability. Our team is committed to superior service levels, a distinctive approach to specialty solutions, and a deep understanding of the complex risks our clients face. Join our team and be part of a dynamic and experienced organization that is shaping the future of specialty insurance in North America.

The Opportunity

Future focused and always one step ahead!

Are you ready for a new challenge? We are looking to hire an Actuarial Manager to lead a pricing team for Insurance Programs at MRS-NA. This individual will support profitable growth across existing and new programs in support of Munich Re Group’s Ambition 2030.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with the business unit as a trusted advisor to drive pricing excellence for Insurance Programs.
• Manage a team of 2 actuaries, oversee their daily work, assign/delegate/peer-review analyses and projects to further develop their pricing knowledge. Be a mentor and advocate for their advancement at Munich Re.

• Conduct pricing analyses, including the development of rates, ultimate loss projections, trend studies, and communication of results. Influence stakeholders based on results of analyses.
• Lead the development and update of Actuarial models and databases through formula development, research on methodologies, and collaboration with technical teams.
• Support the DOI state filing process by developing/revising rating plans, conducting competitive analyses, providing actuarial filing support and responding to objections.
• Participate on projects to enhance result monitoring, pricing and portfolio management that will assist underwriters and management in understanding and steering the business.  Document and communicate assumptions, results, and alternatives to actuarial staff, internal clients, and external clients.
• Strong understanding and ability to discuss and apply the use of existing & new actuarial concepts/techniques involving exposure adjustments, trend, loss development, exposure rating, et al with minimal assistance/guidance.
• Provide actuarial insight and expertise on actuarial assumptions and parameters as participant or lead on a Market Research Analysis and Parameters (MRAP) line of business group.
• Maintain contemporary, in-depth knowledge across all the major lines of business.
• Participate in training of others (underwriters, client managers, risk analysts, accountants and actuaries) regarding actuarial analyses and methodologies.

Qualifications:

• Membership in the Casualty Actuarial Society required. FCAS preferred. 
• Ten (10) or more years of experience in primary insurance pricing, with expertise in multiple major lines.
• Strong technical actuarial skills and strong knowledge and understanding of pricing analyses and rating models.
• Strong interpersonal skills.  Ability to influence and negotiate with others and create acceptance for proposals.
• Experience with managing or mentoring staff
• Experience in use of R, Python or other statistical software in insurance pricing applications is preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Good time management and organizational skills including the ability to manage conflicting priorities, complete multiple tasks, and projects

The Company is open to considering candidates in numerous locations, including Chicago (IL), New York City (NYC), Philadelphia (PA), and Princeton (NJ). The salary range posted below reflects market variations across various locations. The offer will be adjusted per geography.

The base salary range anticipated for this position is $174,200-$290,300, plus opportunity for company bonus based upon a percentage of eligible pay.  In addition, the company makes available a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, 401k match, retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO). 

The salary estimate is adjusted to reflect the varying market conditions across different locations, with the with the higher end being more aligned with the NYC job market. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. Most candidates will start in the bottom half of the range.

We are proud to offer our employees, their domestic partners, and their children, a wide range of insurance benefits:

• Two options for your health insurance plan (PPO or High Deductible).
• Prescription drug coverage (included in your health insurance plan).
• Vision and dental insurance plans.
• Additional insurance coverages provided at no cost to you, such as basic life insurance equal to 1x annual salary and AD&D coverage that is equal to 1x annual salary.
• Short and Long Term Disability coverage.
• Supplemental Life and AD&D plans that you can purchase for yourself and dependents (includes Spouse/domestic partner and children).
• Voluntary Benefit plans that supplement your health and life insurance plans (Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity).

In addition to the above insurance offerings, our employees also enjoy:

• A robust 401k plan with up to a 5% employer match
• A retirement savings plan that is 100% company funded.
• Paid time off that begins with 24 days each year, with more days added when you celebrate milestone service anniversaries.
• Eligibility to receive a yearly bonus as a Munich Re employee.
• A variety of health and wellness programs provided at no cost.
• Paid time off for eligible family care needs.
• Tuition assistance and educational achievement bonuses.
• A corporate matching gifts program that further enhances your charitable donation.
• Paid time off to volunteer in your community.

At Munich Re, we see Diversity, Equity and Inclusion as a solution to the challenges and opportunities all around us. Our goal is to foster an inclusive culture and build a workforce that reflects the customers we serve and the communities in which we live and work. We strive to provide a workplace where all of our colleagues feel respected, valued and empowered to achieve their very best every day. We recruit and develop talent with a focus on providing our customers the most innovative products and services.   

We are an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.