Actuarial Associate II — Growth, ESOP, Flexible Fridays

Sammons Financial Group; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

ESOP

401(k)

Fridays off

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sammons Financial Group in West Des Moines, IA is seeking an actuarial professional at Associate 1–3 levels to join the team. You will perform technical actuarial tasks, assist in modeling, data analytics, and financial reporting, and provide guidance as needed.

The role emphasizes building models, analyzing data, collaborating with other departments, and pursuing SOA exams to advance your actuarial designation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mathematics or business-related field.
• 3-5 years' experience in actuarial science preferred.
• Passion for analytics and problem solving.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical actuarial tasks including modeling, data analytics, product development and financial reporting.
• Develop knowledge of products and regulatory considerations; assist in preparing compliance materials.
• Create and modify financial models; document inputs and results; ensure model accuracy.
• Analyze data, summarize findings, and present results clearly to stakeholders.
• Support risk management through quantifying exposures and contributing to mitigation ideas.
• Collaborate with other departments and participate in special projects as needed.
• Pursue the SOA examination program and maintain progress per policy.

Skills

Mathematical ability

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organized

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Actuarial software

Job description

Sammons Financial Group in West Des Moines, IA is seeking an actuarial professional at Associate 1–3 levels to join the team. You will perform technical actuarial tasks, assist in modeling, data analytics, and financial reporting, and provide guidance as needed.

The role emphasizes building models, analyzing data, collaborating with other departments, and pursuing SOA exams to advance your actuarial designation.