American Equity · 14 hours ago
AVP, Actuary
West Des Moines, Iowa, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expAmerican Equity Investment Life Insurance Company is seeking an AVP, Actuary to lead critical asset adequacy analysis for the organization. This role involves influencing strategic decisions, collaborating across departments, and managing a high-performing team while addressing complex challenges in the annuity space.
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Responsibilities
Drive timely and accurate asset adequacy analysis for fixed indexed annuities and other annuity blocks, ensuring financial strength and regulatory compliance
Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices to keep processes cutting-edge
Partner with Corporate Actuarial (valuation, modeling, FP&A, assumptions) and teams like Investments, Product, and Pricing to share insights and shape business strategy
Manage and mentor a diverse team of actuaries, fostering growth, engagement, and excellence
Serve as the go-to resource for cash flow testing frameworks
Work closely with Investments to model and validate asset cash flows and market values using MG-ALFA
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in actuarial science or related field
10+ years of progressive actuarial experience, including asset adequacy analysis
Prior experience with MG-ALFA or similar actuarial software
FSA, MAAA or ASA, MAAA required
Deep knowledge of financial reporting, regulatory requirements, and ASOPs
Proficiency in modeling fixed indexed annuities under various jurisdictions (e.g., Bermuda) and capital models
Strong understanding of reinsurance transactions and asset-liability modeling
Advanced analytical and statistical skills, including Excel modeling
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage complex projects and a team under tight deadlines
Strong communication skills to present technical concepts to senior leadership and stakeholders
Preferred
Prior experience leading cashflow testing is preferred
4+ years of leadership experience preferred
Company
American Equity
American Equity Investment Life Insurance Company® We are The Financial Dignity Company – and while each person might define financial dignity differently, we believe it’s having the means to retire with pride and peacefulness in your daily life.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$253MKey Investors
Brookfield Wealth SolutionsBrookfield Asset Management
2023-07-05Acquired
2022-01-07Post Ipo Equity· $253M
2020-10-18Post Ipo Equity
Leadership Team
Anant Bhalla
Chief Executive Officer
Nicholas Volpe
Chief Technology Officer at American Equity
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