Actuarial Associate III - Remote

Symetra; Bellevue (WA); Hybrid; USD 97,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work

401(k) with immediate vesting & 6%–up2

Paid time off including vacation, sick

Company matching donations

Job summary

Symetra is hiring an Actuarial Associate III to support annuity valuation model development, data modernization, and automation. You will contribute to model maintenance, upgrades, and risk governance while collaborating across teams to implement efficient data pipelines.

The role offers flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting with competitive benefits and a path toward ASA through ongoing exam progress. Expect a strong emphasis on collaboration and analytics.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree with strong quantitative background including college level mathematics.
• 2 to 6 years of actuarial modeling and/or actuarial data steward experience.
• 5 to 7 actuarial exams, close to ASA.
• Experience with Python, Snowflake and/or other actuarial modeling software.
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• High school diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Regular model maintenance for product specs update.
• Contribute to actuarial model development including version upgrades and automation.
• Support model risk management initiatives, including documentation and governance.
• Support actuarial data modernization initiatives and data pipelines.

Skills

Collaborative

Analytical

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent with strong quantitative background

Tools

Python

Snowflake

Job description

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

About the role

The RD Actuarial Financial Reporting team is looking for an actuary to join the team! We are seeking an Actuarial Associate III to help with modeling and data modernization work. This position will play a key role in annuity valuation model development, process automation and data modernization.

What you will do

• Regular model maintenance for product specs update
• Contribute to actuarial model development including version upgrades, ongoing model maintenance, assumption update support and process automation
• Support model risk management initiatives, including model documentation, quality controls, governance, and validation
• Support actuarial data modernization initiatives, including improvements to model input validations and supporting data pipelines

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

Salary Range:$96,700 - $161,200 plus eligibility for annual bonus programs

Who you are

• Bachelors degree or equivalent with strong quantitative background including college level mathematics.
• 2 to 6 years of actuarial modeling and/or actuarial data steward experience.
• 5 to 7 actuarial exams, close to ASA
• Experience with Python, Snowflake and/or other actuarial modeling software.
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• 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