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Stand Insurance

Fire Science Intern

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$30/hr

We stay when traditional insurers exit. We model what others approximate. And we build systems that change outcomes, not just prices. Our leadership team includes former successful founders and CEOs ...

Apollo

Front Office Modeling Associate

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$17 - $20.50/hr

Engage with insurance clients, whose portfolios that we manage, in addressing their questions/requests, communicating and presenting material updates in the modeling of their portfolios, and other ...

Athene

Front Office Modeling Associate

El Segundo, CA

$17 - $20.50/hr

Engage with insurance clients, whose portfolios that we manage, in addressing their questions/requests, communicating and presenting material updates in the modeling of their portfolios, and other ...

TikTok

Data Scientist, Quant Modeling

San Jose, CA · On-site

$136K - $292K/yr

The role will cover a wide range of model-driven solutions to deliver superior business outcomes ... Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with ...

Cybercoders

BIM Modeler

Santa Clara, CA

Lead modeling efforts on assigned projects, coordinating with support modelers to complete ... Fully paid life insurance policy - For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in ...

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What is the difference between Insurance Modeling vs Actuarial Analyst?

AspectInsurance ModelingActuarial Analyst
Required CredentialsOften requires proficiency in Excel, VBA, SQL, and insurance-specific software; certifications like CPCU or FCAS are beneficialTypically requires actuarial exams, a degree in mathematics or statistics, and actuarial certifications (SOA, CAS)
Work EnvironmentFinancial institutions, insurance companies, consulting firms; focus on model development and data analysisInsurance companies, consulting firms; focus on risk assessment and valuation
Industry UsageUsed for pricing, reserving, and risk modeling in insurance productsUsed for reserving, pricing, and risk analysis, often involving regulatory compliance

Insurance Modeling and Actuarial Analyst roles share overlapping skills in data analysis and insurance knowledge. However, Insurance Modeling emphasizes building and maintaining financial models using software tools, while Actuarial Analysts focus on applying mathematical and statistical methods to assess risk and determine pricing. Both roles are vital in the insurance industry but differ in certification requirements and daily tasks.

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Actuary & Director (FSA), Model Risk Management

Actuary & Director (FSA), Model Risk Management

Pacific Life Insurance Company

Newport Beach, CA • On-site

$203K - $249K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Pacific Life rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

210th of 281 rated insurance

Job description

Job Description:
Pacific Life is seeking an Actuary & Director, Model Risk Management to join our team. This role is on-site 4 days per week and work from home 1 day per week in Newport Beach, CA, Omaha, NE, or Charlotte, NC. If you are not currently located near one of our offices, we offer comprehensive relocation assistance.
This role is a strong fit for a senior life actuary who enjoys technical depth, independent challenge, and practical business impact. You will lead second-line model risk oversight for Life insurance models across Financial Reporting, Product Development, Forecasting, and related model uses. You will work directly with business leaders, model developers, and risk committees to assess whether models are fit for purpose.
This role will report directly to the VP of Model Risk Management and offers broad visibility across Pacific Life's products and functions.
How you will make an impact:
  • Lead comprehensive reviews of Life models and provide clear, practical recommendations to owners, senior leaders, and risk committees.
  • Raise the bar on methodologies and assumptions by challenging practices, identifying areas of potential risk and driving for meaningful improvements.
  • Provide expert guidance on efficient modeling techniques and robust governance practices, to bolster model risk management.
  • Collaborate with cross-domain subject experts to understand and impact the business more holistically and help advance Pacific Life's model risk framework and practices.
  • Stay current on emerging practices, modeling techniques, technologies, and regulatory developments.

The experience you bring:
  • 8+ years of actuarial experience with an FSA designation.
  • Deep experience in Life products, in areas of actuarial modeling, financial reporting, forecasting, pricing, or economic valuation.
  • Ability to challenge technical work constructively and influence senior leaders and technical teams.
  • Experience reviewing, validating, developing, or testing complex actuarial models.
  • Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain complex modeling issues in clear business language.
  • Strong project leadership, judgment, and stakeholder management skills.

What makes you stand out:
  • Experience with Prophet.
  • Familiarity in emerging AI tools and advanced analytics.
  • Experience building validation / replication / challenger models.

Salary Ranges per Location:
  • Newport Beach, CA: $203,760 - $249,040
  • Omaha, NE: $175,950 - $215,050
  • Charlotte, NC: $185,220 - $226,380

Base Pay Range:
The base pay range noted represents the company's good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.
$203,760.00 - $249,040.00
Your Benefits Start Day 1
Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we're committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we've got you covered.
  • Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents
  • Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program
  • Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

You Can Be Who You Are
We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential.
What's life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife
EEO Statement:
Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.

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When you purchase life insurance and retirement solutions, you're buying a promise. A promise that today, tomorrow or ten years from now, we'll be there. For more than 150 years, our clients have trusted Pacific Life to protect what matters most to them - their families, their businesses, their futures.

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Finance and insurance

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Newport Beach, CA, US

Year founded

1868

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