Quantitative Analyst Senior

USAA Life Insurance Company; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 218,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision plans

401(k)

Pension

Life insurance

Parental benefits

Adoption assistance

Paid time off + holidays + volunteer''

Job summary

USAA Life Insurance Company in the United States is seeking a Senior Quantitative Analyst to apply advanced quantitative practices to identify, measure, and manage risks. You will assess the risk environment, monitor exposure levels, and partner with stakeholders to mitigate risk.

The role requires office presence four days a week with potential hybrid/remote flexibility. Open locations include San Antonio, Plano, Phoenix, Colorado Springs, Charlotte, or Tampa. Relocation is not offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Actuarial Sciences, or quantitative field (or equivalent).
• 6 years of related quantitative analysis experience including statistical analysis, modeling, or quantitative discipline in risk management.
• Experience with complex analytical tools and data.
• Experience producing and presenting research data related to business activities.
• Experience leading cross-functional discussions related to risk management.
• Experience guiding team members in research and data peer reviews.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced analytics to assess risk, opportunities, and effectiveness.
• Engage in model validation and produce validation reports.
• Translate analyses into actionable insights for business objectives.
• Create communication materials for peer review and management.
• Produce executive-ready analytical materials for leadership and boards.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Statistical analysis

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Actuarial Sciences, or quantitative field

4 years of relevant education and/or experience

PhD in Economics, Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics or related quantitative discipline

Job description

Why USAA?

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.

We are proud to support active-duty military spouses. USAA roles may offer remote or hybrid flexibility for active-duty military spouses consistent with applicable policy and business needs.

The Opportunity

As a dedicated Quantitative Analyst Senior , you will apply advanced quantitative and analytical practices to identify, measure, aggregate, and manage key risks. You will assess the risk and control environment, monitor exposure levels, and partner with stakeholders to develop effective risk mitigation strategies.

We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position can be based in one of the following locations: San Antonio, TX, Plano, TX, Phoenix, AZ, Colorado Springs, CO, Charlotte, NC, or Tampa, FL. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

What you'll do:

• Utilizes and applies advanced analytics to assess future risk, opportunities, and effectiveness and translates results into meaningful solutions to enhance decision making.
• Engages in model validation and produces model validation reports.
• Applies innovative and scientific/quantitative analytical approaches to draw conclusions and make recommendations to answer business objectives and drive change.
• Translates recommendations into communication materials to effectively present to colleagues for peer review and management.
• Produces advanced analytical material for discussions with cross functional teams to understand complex business objectives and influence solution strategies.
• Provides mentorship to other team members in the peer review process.
• May produce reports and data visualizations for Executive Leadership and Board(s) with quantitative data to influence strategic decision making.
• Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.

What you have:

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Actuarial Sciences, or quantitative field; OR 4 years of relevant education and/or experience.
• 6 years of related quantitative analysis experience to include statistical analysis, modeling, engineering, mathematics, business or other quantitative discipline; OR advanced degree/designation in Economics, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Actuarial Sciences, or other quantitative discipline and 4 years of work experience in a quantitative discipline relevant to risk management; OR PhD in Economics, Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, or other quantitative discipline and up to 2 years of work experience in a quantitative discipline relevant to risk management.
• Experience working with complex analytical tools and data.
• Experience producing and presenting research data related to key business activities.
• Experience effectively participating in and leading cross-functional team discussions related to risk management.
• Experience providing guidance to team members related to research and data peer reviews.

What sets you apart:

US military experience gained through military service or gained as a military spouse / domestic partner.

Compensation range:

The salary range for this position is: $114,080 - $218,030 .

USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.).

Compensation:

USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location.

Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

Benefits:

• At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness.
• These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs.
• Additionally, our career path planning and con