Actuary – Modeling & ALM

Martello Re; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading reinsurance company is seeking an experienced Actuary to join its Modeling & ALM team in the Eastern United States. The successful candidate will lead model development and validation activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting and strategic decision-making. Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree, FSA designation, and at least five years of experience in actuarial modeling for annuity products. This role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth, and the ability to work remotely from select states.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field required.
• FSA designation is mandatory.
• Minimum 5 years of actuarial modeling experience for annuity products.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of projections for various financial reports.
• Develop and refine models in Prophet and open-source tools.
• Run models for valuation and pricing activities.
• Perform advanced model validation including testing and documentation.
• Support ALM and capital planning by developing metrics.
• Partner with Investments team on asset projection methodologies.
• Mentor junior actuarial staff and ensure quality deliverables.
• Communicate results and recommendations to management.

Skills

Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Advanced technical skills in actuarial modeling tools and/or programming languages (e.g., R, Python, FIS Prophet)

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Attention to detail

Excellent problem-solving skills

Clear communication of complex topics

Teamwork and leadership abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in actuarial science, mathematics, statistics, business, or related field

FSA designation

5 years of relevant actuarial experience

Tools

Actuarial modeling tools

Programming languages (e.g., R, Python)

Job description

Overview

About Martello Re At Martello Re, we are building a distinctive reinsurance offering grounded in exceptional client service, innovative solutions, and advanced data analytics. We are committed to attracting top talent and empowering individuals to make meaningful contributions while advancing their careers. Our dynamic, high-energy environment fosters collaboration and encourages bold thinking at all levels. At the same time, we maintain a steadfast focus on long-term financial strength to serve the best interests of our cedants and their policyholders. The Actuary will serve as a key contributor within the Modeling & ALM team, leading model development, execution, and validation activities to support financial reporting, capital planning, asset-liability management, and strategic decision-making. This role requires strong technical expertise in actuarial modeling, a deep understanding of annuity product mechanics, and the ability to drive analysis independently. The Actuary will oversee complex analyses, own critical deliverables, and support cross-functional to support profitable growth and sound pricing decisions in a fast-paced reinsurance environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution and review of standardized monthly projections for US GAAP, Bermuda EBS/BSCR, Liquidity Risk, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Embedded Value, and Economic Capital/Stress Testing.
• Own specific model development and refinement initiatives in Prophet and open source tools, ensuring alignment with evolving methodology, assumptions, and business needs
• Run projection models and compile results to support valuation, pricing, and forecasting activities, ensuring outputs are complete, accurate, and aligned with intended use/scenarios
• Perform advanced model validation, including replication, sensitivity testing, and documentation of key controls and findings
• Support ALM and capital planning by developing and interpreting key asset-liability metrics, liquidity projections, and risk-adjusted performance indicators
• Partner with the Investments team, supporting development of asset projection methodologies and tools that generate data-informed, actionable insights
• Support the enhancement, automation, and streamlining of models used for internal economic frameworks, including the internal capital model, liquidity risk, embedded value, and collateral management
• Serve as a mentor and technical resource to junior actuarial staff and provide review support to ensure quality and consistency
• Communicate modeling assumptions, results, and recommendations to senior management through high-quality presentations and written reports

Required Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in actuarial science, mathematics, statistics, business, or related field required.
• FSA designation
• At least 5 years of relevant actuarial experience, with direct involvement of actuarial modeling for annuity products

Required Skills

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Advanced technical skills in actuarial modeling tools and/or programming languages (e.g., R, Python, FIS Prophet or equivalent)
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in fast-paced environment
• High degree of attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills
• Capable of summarizing and communicating complex topics clearly and succinctly
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including managing a small team as required
• High ethical standards and integrity

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This role may manage a small team of actuarial analysts

Location and Travel

• Martello Re welcomes applications for remote positions from candidates residing in the Eastern United States or in states where the company currently operates. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status
• Minimal travel required (up to 10%), primarily for meetings for internal offsite collaboration, or more frequently as determined by business needs

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times

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