Actuary Lead | San Antonio, TX, USA

USAA; San Antonio (TX); Remote; USD 164,000 - 315,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization that empowers its members to achieve financial security. In this dynamic role, you will leverage your extensive actuarial expertise to solve complex problems and drive innovation in pricing and risk management. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, utilize advanced statistical techniques, and lead initiatives that significantly impact business results. This position offers the flexibility of remote work within the continental U.S., making it an ideal opportunity for those seeking a fulfilling career with a strong commitment to service and integrity. Your contributions will help shape the future of financial solutions for the military community and their families.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Plans

401(k)

Pension

Life Insurance

Parental and Adoption Benefits

Paid Time Off

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• 8+ years of actuarial or analytical experience with ACAS or FCAS credentials.
• Proficiency in statistical techniques and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects developing pricing methodologies and reporting tools.
• Communicate insights through reports and presentations to leadership.

Skills

Actuarial Knowledge

Statistical Techniques

Data Analysis

Machine Learning

Problem Solving

Critical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Actuarial Science/Business/Analytics

ACAS or FCAS Credential

Tools

Python

R

SQL

SAS

Business Intelligence Tools

Job description

At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service, and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community and their families.

Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values – honesty, integrity, loyalty, and service – define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a dedicated Credentialed Actuary Lead to leverage broad actuarial expertise in practice areas such as pricing, reserving, modeling, catastrophe risk, claims analytics, or product management. Your role will involve identifying, defining, and designing solutions for complex problems that impact business results at the line of business (LOB) level.

Two positions are available: one on the Forecasting Team and another on the Auto Indications Team.

If part of the Forecasting Team, you will oversee projections for forecast processes, communicate results to stakeholders, and drive innovation across lines like Auto, Home, and Specialty through developing repeatable analyses and communication methods.

If part of the Auto Indications Team, you will focus on process standardization and automation, working with regional and state actuaries to implement indication results.

This position can be remote within the continental U.S. with occasional travel.

What you'll do:

• Apply deep actuarial knowledge to solve complex problems with ambiguous requirements, including designing rate level indications and integrating machine learning and AI solutions.
• Utilize advanced statistical techniques to support decision-making.
• Lead special projects like developing new pricing methodologies or reporting tools.
• Provide technical expertise and influence business decisions.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives and partner with IT to align technical standards.
• Manage vendor relationships and translate strategic objectives into tactical solutions.
• Stay informed about market trends and emerging risks, developing strategies accordingly.
• Communicate insights effectively through written reports and presentations to diverse audiences, including leadership.
• Ensure risks are managed in accordance with policies and procedures.

What you have:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in actuarial/business/analytics.
• 8+ years of actuarial or analytical experience with ACAS credential for 3+ years, or FCAS credential with 6+ years of experience.
• Expertise in actuarial, mathematical, and statistical techniques.
• Proficiency with data analysis tools such as Python, R, SQL, SAS, BI tools, etc.
• Experience communicating complex analyses to leadership.

What sets you apart:

• FCAS credential.
• Leadership experience, including mentoring teams.
• Passion for innovative actuarial work and developing team skills.
• Pricing expertise with multiple methodologies.
• Strong visualization and presentation skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and prioritize effectively.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Experience with process improvement and workflow automation.
• US military service or military spouse/domestic partner status.

Compensation range: $164,780 - $314,960. USAA does not sponsor visas for this role.

Employees may be eligible for performance-based incentives.

Benefits include comprehensive health plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental and adoption benefits, paid time off, and wellness programs. Details are available on our benefits page.

Applications are accepted continuously until the position is filled. We encourage prompt applications.

USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering all qualified applicants without discrimination.