Actuary

Director & ActuaryProviding 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're actively seeking a talented Director & Actuary to join the Enterprise Finance & Actuarial Projects team. This role is on-site four days per week and work from home one 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.As Director & Actuary you'll move Pacific Life, and your career, forward by serving as both a people leader and a product owner for complex, enterprise-wide actuarial initiatives that cut across products, functions, and reporting frameworks. This role sits in a highly visible team within Enterprise Finance & Actuarial, designed to provide focused ownership, decision-making, and execution for priority initiatives. You will partner closely with senior leaders across the enterprise including Modeling, ALM, Valuation, Governance, and Reporting to align stakeholders and drive outcomes.How you'll help move us forward:Serve as product owner and lead for enterprise actuarial initiatives, owning scope, priorities, and outcomes across the project lifecycle.Lead VM-22 implementation efforts in partnership with key stakeholders across the enterprise.Lead complex initiatives such as actuarial reporting transformations, governance frameworks development, implementations of technical actuarial elements, and actuarial workstreams with large-scale cross functional change programs.Provide hands-on technical and strategic leadership where short-to-medium-term actuarial subject matter expertise is required to unblock progress and ensure delivery.Lead a team of 3+ individuals balancing project work with individual growth and exam progress.The experience you bring:8+ years of relevant experience in the life insurance or reinsurance industryFellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA) or equivalent professional qualificationDeep working knowledge of actuarial reporting frameworksExperience operating as a product owner, delivery lead, or technical lead roles on projects-based work.Strong ability to synthesize complex technical topics into clear, decision-oriented messaging for senior leaders and non-actuarial stakeholdersProven ability to plan, prioritize, and deliver results in a fast-paced, ambiguous, matrixed environment.Experience working with external stakeholders to drive resultsWhat makes you stand out:VM-22 expertiseExperience with actuarial modeling paired with a strong technical skillsetStrong project management and communication skillsKnowledge and awareness of insurance regulations and recent developmentsSalary Ranges per Location:Newport Beach, CA: $203,760 - $249,040Omaha, NE: $175,950 - $215,050Charlotte, NC: $185,220 - $226,380Base 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 - $249,040.00Your Benefits Start Day 1Your 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 dependentsGenerous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time OffPaid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance ProgramCompetitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participationWe 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.