Actuarial Analyst - Remote

Symetra; Bellevue (WA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (vacation/sick)

Flexible hybrid work arrangements

Company matching charitable giving

Job summary

Symetra is hiring an entry-level Actuarial Analyst to support the policy administration system with development, testing, and maintenance of insurance products.

You will translate product designs into system functionality, validate calculations, and collaborate with actuarial, product, operations, and technology teams to ensure accurate outputs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Finance, or a related quantitative field.
• 0-2 years of actuarial, analytical, or related experience through internships, co-ops, or full-time employment.
• Experience supporting administration system development and maintenance a strong plus.
• Progress toward actuarial credentials, with one or more actuarial exams passed preferred.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Experience using Excel and working with data, spreadsheets, or databases to analyze and summarize information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly present findings.
• Self-motivated learner who enjoys solving complex problems and working in a collaborative team environment.
• High school diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Support the development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of new and existing insurance products within the policy administration system.
• Apply actuarial knowledge to translate product designs, calculations, and requirements into accurate system functionality.
• Review and validate actuarial calculations, product specifications, rates, values, and other system outputs.
• Partner with actuarial, product, operations, and technology teams to define requirements and resolve system or product-related issues.
• Develop test scenarios, analyze results, and support user acceptance testing for product implementations and system changes.
• Investigate production issues, identify root causes, and recommend solutions that maintain the accuracy and integrity of administered products.
• Maintain product documentation and support controls that help ensure system calculations remain consistent with approved product specifications.
• Build knowledge of Symetra products and administrative processes to support future product development and system enhancements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Finance, or related field

Progress toward actuarial credentials/exams

Tools

Excel

Job description

Symetra has an exciting opportunity to join our growing team as an Actuarial Analyst!

About the role

Entry-level actuarial analyst position. Provides actuarial support in the development and maintenance of the policy administration system.

What you will do

• Support the development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of new and existing insurance products within the policy administration system.
• Apply actuarial knowledge to translate product designs, calculations, and requirements into accurate system functionality.
• Review and validate actuarial calculations, product specifications, rates, values, and other system outputs.
• Partner with actuarial, product, operations, and technology teams to define requirements and resolve system or product-related issues.
• Develop test scenarios, analyze results, and support user acceptance testing for product implementations and system changes.
• Investigate production issues, identify root causes, and recommend solutions that maintain the accuracy and integrity of administered products.
• Maintain product documentation and support controls that help ensure system calculations remain consistent with approved product specifications.
• Build knowledge of Symetra products and administrative processes to support future product development and system enhancements.

Why work at Symetra

"I feel welcome and included at Symetra every day and I really believe you can be you at Symetra." - Megan H., Deputy Chief Compliance Officer

"I am grateful to be here and I know how blessed I am to work for a company that truly cares about me as a person". - Nancy R., Sr. Investment Fund Analyst

What we offer you

We don't take a "one-size-fits-all" approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home.

• Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
• Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
• Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays
• Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching
• Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview

Compensation

Hourly Range:$60,100 - $100,100 plus eligibility for annual bonus programs

Who you are

• Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Finance, or a related quantitative field.
• 0-2 years of actuarial, analytical, or related experience through internships, co-ops, or full-time employment.
• Experience supporting administration system development and maintenance a strong plus.
• Progress toward actuarial credentials, with one or more actuarial exams passed preferred.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Experience using Excel and working with data, spreadsheets, or databases to analyze and summarize information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly present findings.
• Self-motivated learner who enjoys solving complex problems and working in a collaborative team environment.
• High school diploma required.

We empower inclusion

At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute.Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspective, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here.

Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom

Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products--and operate our company--to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.For more information about our careers visit: careers

Work Authorization

Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.

Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum Internet Speed:100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband."
• Internet Type:Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.
• Not Permissible:Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up.

When applying to jobs at Symetra you'll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra's standard as outlined above.

Identity Verification

Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity.Failure to comply with verification procedures may result in:

• Disqualification from the recruitment process
• Withdrawal of a job offer
• Termination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered