Actuarial Director

Annuity & Insurance Product Due Diligence Opportunity in Financial Services Director, Annuity & Insurance Product Due Diligence Location(s): Atlanta: 2300 Windy Ridge Pkwy SE, Suite750, Atlanta, GA 30339 La Vista:12325 Port Grace Blvd, La Vista, NE 68128 Oakdale: 7755 3rd St. N, Oakdale, MN 55128 Scottsdale: 18700 N Hayden Rd, Suite 255, Scottsdale, AZ 85255 850 Cassett Road, 100 Berwyn Park Suite 200, Berwyn, PA 19312 St.Petersburg: 877 Executive Center Dr. W, Suite 300, St.Petersburg, FL 33702 Osaic has returned to the office on a hybrid schedule requiring a minimum of 4 days weekly in the office. Applicants should be located at one of our hubs listed above and must be willing to work this schedule. Role Type: Full-time Salary: $125,000 - $150,000 per year + annual performance based bonus Actual compensation offered will be determined individually, based on a number of job-related factors, including location, skills, licensure, experience, and education. Our competitive compensation is just one component of Osaic’s total compensation package. Additional benefits include health, vision, dental insurance, 401k, paid time away, volunteer days and much more. To view more details of what you can look forward to, visit our careers page: Summary Osaic is seeking a Director, Annuity & Insurance Due Diligence to lead and execute the firm’s due diligence, governance, and lifecycle monitoring of annuity and insurance products. This leader is responsible for ensuring all products meet the firm’s regulatory, fiduciary, and risk management standards, while supporting a high-quality and competitive product shelf for Osaic’s advisor network. This role serves as a trusted authority on annuity and insurance product evaluation, bringing disciplined, data-driven analysis and a strong focus on client outcomes. The Director will partner cross-functionally to deliver consistent, rigorous, and well-documented diligence practices that support informed decision-making and effective risk oversight. Education Requirements Copy from options below appropriate for your role Master’s Degree is preferred, Bachelor’s Degree from accredited university. Responsibilities Annuity & Insurance Product Due Diligence & Governance Lead end-to-end due diligence and approval processes for annuity and insurance products, including variable, fixed, indexed annuities, and life insurance solutions. Conduct rigorous quantitative and qualitative assessments of product design, guarantees, crediting methodologies, fees, insurer financial strength, liquidity, and associated risks. Evaluate products based on client outcomes, suitability, and risk-return characteristics across a variety of use cases (e.g., income generation, accumulation, protection). Prepare clear, well-supported recommendations for Product Review / Governance Committees. Maintain consistent diligence methodologies, scorecards, and documentation aligned with regulatory expectations and internal standards. Ongoing Monitoring & Risk Oversight Establish and manage ongoing monitoring frameworks for annuity and insurance products across the product lifecycle. Track insurer financial strength, ratings changes, product performance, crediting adjustments, and contractual updates. Monitor regulatory developments impacting annuity and insurance products, including evolving suitability and disclosure requirements. Lead escalation and remediation actions, including product restrictions, guidance updates, or product exits when risk profiles change. Ensure robust reporting, transparency, and audit-ready documentation for internal stakeholders and regulatory review. Carrier Evaluation & Product Insights Engage with insurance carriers for product evaluation and due diligence purposes, including product structure, underwriting, and operational capabilities. Assess insurer financial strength using ratings frameworks (e.g., AM Best, S&P, Moody’s) and broader balance sheet considerations. Evaluate service models, operational efficiency, and policyholder experience as part of product suitability and risk assessment. Provide insights to Product Management on product positioning, competitiveness, and opportunities for enhancement. Regulatory & Compliance Partnership Serve as a subject matter expert on annuity and insurance products for audits, exams, and internal reviews. Ensure alignment with FINRA, SEC, Reg BI, and applicable state insurance regulatory requirements. Partner with Compliance, Legal, and Risk teams to maintain policies and procedures governing product approval, monitoring, and use. Support supervisory frameworks and guidance for advisors to ensure appropriate product usage and suitability. Operational Excellence & Process Improvement Enhance diligence processes through improved tools, data utilization, and workflow efficiencies. Develop and track KPIs related to product performance, risk outcomes, and advisor adoption. Support automation and scalability initiatives within the due diligence function. Ensure depth and rigor of analysis are appropriately calibrated to product complexity and risk profile. Basic Requirements 5–10+ years of experience in annuity and/or insurance product due diligence, product management, or research within a broker-dealer, insurer, or wealth management firm. Deep expertise in annuity products (variable, fixed, indexed) and life insurance solutions. Strong understanding of insurer financial strength analysis and ratings methodologies (e.g., AM Best, S&P, Moody’s). Knowledge of regulatory frameworks, including FINRA, SEC, Reg BI, and state insurance regulations. Experience presenting to governance committees and influencing cross-functional stakeholders. Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Preferred Requirements Professional designations such as CFA, CFP, CLU, ChFC, or similar. Experience working across both broker-dealer and advisory/RIA platforms. Familiarity with retirement income planning and protection strategies. Experience improving or scaling diligence processes through technology and data. Series 6/7 Equal Opportunity Employer Osaic is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our workplace and we hire the most qualified candidates without regard for age, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, language differences, nationality or national origin, family or marital status, physical, mental, and developmental abilities (or the perception of a disability), genetic information, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, skin color, social or economic class, education, work and behavioral styles, political affiliation, military service, caste, or any other characteristic protected by law. Eligibility Applicants for employment in the US must have valid work authorization that does not now and/or will not in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the US by Osaic. Unqualified Applications Osaic does not consider applications from candidates who do not meet the minimum qualifications stated in the job posting. 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