Actuarial Technician, Modeling

Job Summary

The Actuarial Technician assists the Actuarial Modeling team in performing their function, including supporting model development and the execution of corresponding controls and other governance activities around that process. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops increasing proficiency in the use of tools used by the Actuarial Modeling team, including the Moody’s AXIS modeling platform and the specific implementation of F&G models within this platform; Excel and Alteryx are other common tools used by this team.
• Develops increasing proficiency in understanding the operational mechanics of F&G products and applicable reinsurance, and their implications to their modeling
• Develops increasing proficiency in basic actuarial concepts from working with actuaries within the team, in conjunction with becoming familiar with existing model documentation
• Assists in developing and maintaining these tools and models
• Assists in governance and controls activities related to model change management, including updating or otherwise enhancing model documentation
• Assists with validation and analysis of model results
• Collaborates within the respective team, as well as with key upstream and downstream stakeholders

Experience and Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred, ideally in Actuarial Science, IT, Math / Statistics or other related technical field
• Experience in financial services industry, especially within insurance, preferred
• Experience supporting an organization’s actuarial function preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Good problem solving and analytical skills, including the ability to quickly and effectively learn new concepts and technical tools, including the Moody’s actuarial modeling platform AXIS and SharePoint
• Ability to adapt rapidly and thrive in a quickly evolving and dynamic work environment
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and expectations of project sponsors
• Project management skills, including staying on top of and managing expectations for multiple projects of varying priorities and timelines
• Takes ownership for responsibilities, with attention to detail demonstrated through high quality of work product
• Team player prioritizing meeting group objectives, demonstrated by seeking opportunities to support other important team activities
• Self-starter who demonstrates strong initiative, including a continuous desire to enhance tools and processes through challenging the status quo
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office applications, such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Access preferred

Other Requirements

• Regular and punctual attendance
• Some travel required (less than 10%)

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