Actuarial AI Transformation Consulting Director

CNA Insurance; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 97,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

CNA Insurance is seeking a senior Actuarial AI Transformation Consulting Director to lead high-impact initiatives applying AI, advanced analytics, and automation across actuarial functions. You will consult on AI-enabled capabilities and influence reserving, pricing, and operations while partnering across actuarial, underwriting, claims, and data teams.

Ideal candidates bring FCAS, 10+ years of experience, and a track record of leading cross-functional initiatives with data-driven outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent.
• Has attained Fellowship accreditation (FCAS).
• Demonstrated experience applying advanced analytics, AI, automation, or emerging technologies to business challenges.

Responsibilities

• Leads identification, evaluation, and implementation of AI-enabled actuarial solutions.
• Drives innovation through AI-enabled actuarial capabilities and automation.
• Partners with actuarial, underwriting, claims, finance, data, and technology teams to improve actuarial effectiveness.
• Supports development and execution of the Actuarial AI Strategy.
• Promotes AI adoption and change management throughout the organization.

Skills

AI enablement

Actuarial analysis

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Data analytics

Education

FCAS

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there. At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential. As a member of CNA’s Actuarial organization, you will be part of a community that provides deep specialization and discipline as trusted advisors, unlocks data to enable business partners to advance our global market strategy, and drives business solutions through actionable analytics and insights. This senior level individual contributor role is responsible for leading high-impact initiatives focused on the application of artificial intelligence, advanced analytics, and automation across actuarial functions. This role consults and may lead the strategy related to AI-enabled actuarial capabilities, influencing the evolution of reserving, pricing, and actuarial operations. You will participate in and lead special projects in support of enterprise and actuarial strategic initiatives. Drawing upon advanced analytics, generative AI, and emerging technologies, you will drive innovation and help transform actuarial insights into business action. We may have flexibility with work arrangements including fully remote or hybrid from one of our CNA office locations, depending upon candidate location and preferences.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines:

• Leads the identification, evaluation, and implementation of AI-enabled actuarial solutions that improve business insight, decision-making, efficiency, and financial outcomes.
• Advances the development and adoption of new capabilities within the actuarial organization, serving as an early adopter and thought leader in leveraging artificial intelligence, advanced analytics, automation, and cloud-based technologies.
• Works with senior management in the development and execution of the Actuarial AI Strategy.
• Drives innovation through thought leadership and practical implementation of AI-enabled actuarial solutions.
• Builds strong relationships with peers, business partners, and leaders across multiple functions.
• Responsible for monitoring emerging AI capabilities, actuarial workflows, operational effectiveness, and analytical opportunities.
• Shares recommendations with business partners and actuarial leadership.
• Partners with actuarial, underwriting, claims, finance, data, and technology teams to identify opportunities to improve actuarial effectiveness and create measurable business value.
• Participates with senior leadership in the development and implementation of actuarial policies, business strategies, and goals, regularly evaluating performance against objectives and holding self-accountable for achieving desired results.
• Promotes AI adoption, education, and change management throughout the actuarial organization by sharing best practices, developing reusable solutions, and coaching others on emerging capabilities.
• Stays current on actuarial, technology, artificial intelligence, and insurance industry developments in order to guide strategic decisions and capability development.
• May perform additional duties as assigned.

Reporting Relationship

AVP or above

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Senior level knowledge of actuarial principles, practices, procedures, and insurance industry issues as they relate to the organization and functional area.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, prioritize, and operationalize AI-enabled opportunities that improve actuarial effectiveness, accelerate insight generation, and create measurable business value.
• Ability to achieve results by taking a proactive long-term view of business goals and objectives.
• Experience influencing business partners and leaders at various levels.
• Strong understanding of artificial intelligence, advanced analytics, automation, and emerging technologies and their application to business problems.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with the ability to effectively resolve complex situations and issues.
• Proven ability to exercise professional judgment and assume responsibility for decisions that have an impact on business outcomes and quality of service.
• Solid project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively and lead cross-functional initiatives.
• Ability to creatively and effectively manage through ambiguous and challenging problems and lead through change.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to translate complex analytical concepts into actionable business recommendations.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent. Typically a minimum of ten years of related work experience. Has attained Fellowship accreditation (FCAS). Demonstrated experience applying advanced analytics, artificial intelligence, automation, or emerging technologies to business challenges. Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing business outcomes through data-driven decision making preferred.

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In Illinois/New York/California, the average base pay range for a Actuarial AI Transformation Consulting Director is $155,000 to $220,500.

Salary determinations are based on various factors, including but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location.

In certain jurisdictions, CNA is legally required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role.

In District of Columbia, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York and Washington, the national base pay range for this job level is $97,000 to $189,000 annually.

Salary determinations are based on various factors, including but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location.

CNA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees – and their family members – achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals.

For a detailed look at CNA’s benefits, please visit cnabenefits.com.

CNA utilizes AI-enabled technology during the recruiting process. For more information, please visit our careers page.

CNA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process.

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At CNA, we are focused on success, individually and collectively. We pride ourselves on promoting a culture that challenges and engages people. We strive to connect people, departments and business areas, to function as a team, and to serve our customers and communities with professionalism and respect. Our dedication to employee engagement, continuous learning and the open exchange of ideas is the cornerstone of our business. These ideals, combined with our focus of the customer, enable us to explore New market opportunities and build on our success. Our values, culture and financial strength are what differentiates us from other employers and make CNA the place you want to work. At CNA, we are committed to advancing a culture of inclusion – one that attracts talent from all walks of life, fosters respect and collaboration, and enables all of our colleagues to do their best work. At CNA, we have a long standing commitment to the diverse communities in which we live and work. We actively make a difference for the greater good through partnerships, sustainability, initiatives, and working together for a better tomorrow. Corporate Social Responsibility is not one person, or one department, it's the entire enterprise coming together to make the world a better place.