Senior Life & Annuity Actuarial Systems Lead

National Life Group; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 96,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

National Life Group in Addison, Texas, seeks a senior analyst to design and manage life and annuity solutions across illustration, policy administration, and related systems. You will blend actuarial and business analysis to resolve complex issues, with attention to detail and rigorous testing in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, guiding junior analysts, and contributing to product design and implementation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3–5 years experience in systems or systems support in financial services.

Responsibilities

• Identify system modifications to support new product designs and functionality.
• Write business requirements for system changes as needed.
• Deepen understanding of life and annuity products, benefit structures and calculations.
• Develop and refine test strategies, validate values, and coordinate admin/illustration system tests.
• Create and maintain tools for accurate implementation and administration of life and annuity products.
• Guide and train Associate Actuarial Systems Analysts, where applicable.
• Foster cross-functional partnerships across the organization.
• Maintain system-based rule configurations to reflect product features.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Independent work

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Mathematics/CS/Finance degree

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

National Life Group in Addison, Texas, seeks a senior analyst to design and manage life and annuity solutions across illustration, policy administration, and related systems. You will blend actuarial and business analysis to resolve complex issues, with attention to detail and rigorous testing in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, guiding junior analysts, and contributing to product design and implementation.