Modeling Actuary - Risk

Smith Hanley Associates; United States; Remote; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith Hanley Associates is seeking a Modeling Actuary - Risk for remote work. You will validate actuarial models with emphasis on documentation and reporting, interfacing with risk and business stakeholders.

Ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree and ASA with 5–7+ years in life, annuity, or LTC, plus 3+ years building models; proficiency in SQL, Python, or R. Remote option available and compensation in the $130k–$150k range plus bonus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and ASA with 5–7+ years of actuarial experience in life, annuity, or LTC.
• 3+ years of experience developing actuarial models.
• Proficiency in SQL, Python, R, or AI tools.
• Near‑FSA or FSA, LTC valuation experience, CERA, or consulting background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent validations of actuarial models with a strong emphasis on documentation and reporting.
• Communicate findings clearly with actuarial, risk, and business stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Documentation

Report writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

ASA with 5–7+ years actuarial experience

Tools

SQL

Python

R

AI tools

Job description

Position: Modeling Actuary - Risk

Location: Remote

Salary: $130,000-150,000 + Bonus

Actuarial Summary: This actuary will support actuarial model validation activities within a growing model risk team, focusing on independent review, documentation, and clear communication of results. This role is ideal for a career ASA with strong experience in life, annuity, or long-term care models who enjoys analytical rigour, report writing, and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Perform independent validations of actuarial models with a strong emphasis on documentation and reporting
• Communicate findings clearly with actuarial, risk, and business stakeholders
• Bachelor’s degree and ASA with 5–7+ years of actuarial experience in life, annuity, or LTC
• 3+ years of experience developing actuarial models
• Proficiency in at least one of SQL, Python, R, or AI tools
• Near‑FSA or FSA, LTC valuation experience, CERA, or consulting background preferred