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Risk & Compliance Lead

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$115K - $168K/yr

Insurance Program Design & Optimization: * Own end-to-end design, procurement, placement, and ... Work closely with our Regulatory Engineering team to own compliance procedures relevant to ...

Risk & Compliance Lead

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$150 - $230/hr

Insurance Program Design & Optimization: * Own end-to-end design, procurement, placement, and ... Work closely with our Regulatory Engineering team to own compliance procedures relevant to ...

Risk & Compliance Lead

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$115K - $168K/yr

Insurance Program Design & Optimization: * Own end-to-end design, procurement, placement, and ... Work closely with our Regulatory Engineering team to own compliance procedures relevant to ...

Dental insurance * Employee discounts * Flexible schedule * Health insurance * Paid time off ... Engineering, Construction Management, Business or related degree. * Additional qualifying ...

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How much do insurance risk engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for insurance risk engineer in Los Angeles, CA is $114,169.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $94,200.00 and $130,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an insurance risk engineer do?

An Insurance Risk Engineer assesses potential risks associated with a business or property to help insurers make informed underwriting decisions. They analyze safety protocols, operational procedures, and structural conditions to identify hazards and recommend risk mitigation strategies. Their goal is to minimize potential losses for both the insurer and the policyholder by implementing effective preventive measures. Risk engineers often conduct site inspections, review compliance with industry regulations, and provide detailed reports to underwriters. This role requires a strong understanding of engineering principles, risk assessment methodologies, and industry-specific safety standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an insurance risk engineer?

To thrive as an Insurance Risk Engineer, you need a solid background in engineering or a related technical field, strong analytical abilities, and in-depth knowledge of risk assessment methodologies. Familiarity with risk modeling software, industry safety codes, and certifications such as CFPS (Certified Fire Protection Specialist) or ARM (Associate in Risk Management) is highly valued. Exceptional communication, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail are key soft skills for effectively interacting with clients and translating complex technical findings. These competencies ensure accurate risk evaluations, support underwriters, and help mitigate losses, ultimately protecting both insurers and their clients.

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Infographic showing various Insurance Risk Engineer job openings in Los Angeles, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, and 23% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $114,169 per year, or $54.9 per hour.

Senior Quantitative Investment Risk Modeler

Pacific Life Insurance Company

Newport Beach, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


Pacific Life rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

196th of 311 rated insurance


Job description

Job Description:
Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead - our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It's a big ask, but it's one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate - pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it's the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it's a career with purpose. It's a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future - including your own.
We are actively seeking a talented Senior Quantitative Investment Risk Modeler to join the Risk Management team in Newport Beach, CA. This position reports to the Head of Investment Risk Modeling and partners closely with the investment and risk teams across Pacific Life's organizations.
As a Senior Quantitative Investment Risk Modeler, you will play a key role in advancing the organization's ability to qualify and quantify the risk profiles of complex and illiquid asset classes and publicly traded investments.
How you'll help move us forward:
Develop analytics and insights that can support the execution of:
  • Pacific Life Risk Management's oversight of aggregate credit risk across the investment portfolio within risk appetite and supporting stress testing internal capital modeling capabilities
  • Pacific Life Investment's strategies by informing the evaluation of risk and return tradeoffs across asset classes, geographies, and legal entities

Develop models for a broad range of asset classes including:
  • Public structured products including CLOs, RMBS, CMBS, and ABS
  • Private ABS inclusive of securities backed by esoteric collateral
  • Residential and commercial mortgage loans

Excel in a matrix environment working with other quants in the risk team, senior investment analysts, and portfolio managers.
Drive business outcomes, have leadership attributes, and have the aptitude to transform concepts into actionable quant models.
The experience you bring:
The ideal candidate will be an accomplished professional with an esteemed market reputation and experience with world-class financial services organizations marked by the diversity and complexity of products and geographies.
  • 5-7 years with fixed Income products (required).
  • MFE or PhD degree in quantitative areas such as Finance, Math, Engineering, a related field, or equivalent experience. CFA/FRM designation is preferred.
  • Must have first-hand, in-depth knowledge of investment risk methodologies and quantitative decision-making working with senior portfolio managers
  • Expert-level knowledge and experience in modeling a broad range of investments and applying best practices in quantitative methods and strategies to the investment/risk management process.
  • Experience building investment risk models for a broad range of complex and illiquid assets exposed to corporate credit, residential real estate, and commercial real estate risks, both public and/or privates.
  • Demonstrated ability in asset modeling and derivative valuations and experience in coding in languages such as MATLAB, SAS, R, Python, etc.
  • Demonstrated experience with analytical systems such as Bloomberg, Intex, RiskSpan, FactSet, Aladdin, CoStar, Trepp, Moody's, S&P, etc.

You can be who you are.
We are committed to a culture of 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
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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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About Pacific Life

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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.

Industry

Finance and insurance

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Newport Beach, CA, US

Year founded

1868

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