Product Actuary / Associate Actuary - Employee Benefits

The work we do has an impact on millions of lives, and you can be a part of it. We help protect our customers against life’s uncertainties. Regardless of where you work within the company, you’ll be helping provide protection and peace of mind when our customers need it most. Protective Insurance Company is seeking an experienced Product Actuary (FSA) or Associate Actuary (ASA) to play a critical role in the design, pricing, and launch of new employee benefits insurance products. This is a senior individual contributor position that serves as the primary actuarial partner for product innovation across a portfolio that may include Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, Group Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Dental, and Vision products. Reporting to the Vice President, Product and Chief Actuary – Employee Benefits Business Line, this role is hands‑on and highly collaborative. The Product Actuary will translate new product ideas into viable actuarial solutions by developing pricing models, assumptions, and financial projections that balance innovation, profitability, and risk. The role partners closely with Product Management, Underwriting, Finance, Enterprise Risk Management, Compliance, and Legal to bring products from concept through approval and into market. This position supports the Employee Benefits division and works closely with actuarial leadership to ensure new products are scalable, compliant, and fully integrated into Protective’s actuarial and financial frameworks. Key Responsibilities Serve as the lead actuary for the development and launch of new employee benefits products, including benefit design and pricing strategy. Build and document pricing models, assumptions, and methodologies for new initiatives and market expansions. Evaluate product feasibility, profitability, and risk trade‑offs in partnership with business and product leadership. Support pilot programs, market entry strategies, and early performance monitoring post‑launch. Actuarial Pricing & Modeling Design, maintain, and enhance actuarial models supporting new products and significant product enhancements. Apply actuarial judgment and creativity to address complex or non‑traditional pricing challenges. Ensure models are transparent, well‑documented, and suitable for governance, audit, and regulatory review. Partner with Underwriting to align pricing with risk selection, case design, and market strategy. Product, Compliance & Business Partnership Collaborate with Product, Product Compliance, Underwriting, Government Affairs, and Legal to ensure products are compliant, competitive, and operationally executable. Translate actuarial analyses into clear, actionable insights for non‑actuarial stakeholders. Prepare actuarial materials to support state insurance filings and regulatory submissions. Proactively identify and escalate potential conflicts between pricing intent and regulatory or consumer considerations. Governance, Risk & Financial Integration Partner with Finance and Enterprise Risk Management to assess capital, risk, and financial impacts of new products. Prepare pricing memoranda, risk assessments, and materials for product governance forums. Support internal and external reviews through clear documentation and analytical support. Ongoing Product Stewardship Maintain actuarial ownership of launched products, including assumption updates, experience monitoring, and repricing support. Identify emerging risks or opportunities and recommend proactive product or pricing actions. Contribute to continuous improvement of actuarial processes related to product development and maintenance. Core Competencies (Skills, Abilities & Knowledge) Advanced actuarial pricing and modeling expertise within group employee benefits insurance. Strong knowledge of employee benefits products, including Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, Group Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Dental, and Vision. Demonstrated ability to apply actuarial judgment and creativity to complex, ambiguous, or innovative product challenges. Experience designing, documenting, and maintaining transparent actuarial models suitable for governance, audit, and regulatory review. Strong understanding of regulatory, compliance, and filing considerations related to group insurance products. Ability to assess profitability, risk trade‑offs, capital considerations, and financial impacts of new product initiatives. Proven capability to translate complex actuarial analyses into clear, decision‑ready insights for non‑actuarial stakeholders. Strong business partnership skills, with experience collaborating across Product, Underwriting, Finance, Enterprise Risk Management, Compliance, and Legal. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage senior leaders. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and priorities simultaneously. Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field. Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA) or Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA) with 5 years post credential. Minimum of 8 years of actuarial experience, with direct experience in product development and pricing of new initiatives. Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to diverse stakeholders. Strong background in at least one group employee benefits product area (Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, Group Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Dental, and/or Vision). Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting multiple employee benefits product lines. Prior experience partnering closely with Product Management on early‑stage product innovation. Familiarity with automation, modeling tools, or group insurance technology platforms. Experience supporting pilot programs, market expansions, or early‑stage product performance monitoring. Member of the American Academy of Actuaries (MAAA). $95,500 - $210,000 a year Protective’s targeted salary range for this position is $95,500 to $210,000. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors, including but not limited to, job location, skills, and experience. The range listed is just one component of Protective’s total compensation package for employees. This position also offers additional incentive opportunities through an annual incentive based on individual and Company performance. #LI-AP1 The internal title for this role is Associate Product Actuary (ASA) or Product Actuary (FSA) depending on credentialing. Employee Benefits We aim to protect the wellbeing of our employees and their families with a broad benefits offering. In addition to offering comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance, we support emotional wellbeing through mental health benefits and an employee assistance program. Work/life balance is important and Protective offers a variety of paid time away benefits (e.g., paid time off, paid parental leave, short‑term disability, and a cultural observance day). The financial health of our employees is just as important as physical and emotional health. Some of the financial wellbeing benefits include contributions to healthcare accounts, a pension plan, and a 401(k) plan with Company matching. All employees are encouraged to protect their overall wellbeing by engaging in ProHealth Rewards, Protective’s platform to improve wellbeing while earning cash rewards. Eligibility for certain benefits may vary by position in accordance with the terms of the Company’s benefit plans. Accommodations for Applicants with a Disability If you require an accommodation to complete the application and recruitment process due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application and recruitment process. Please note that the above email is solely for individuals with disabilities requesting an accommodation. General employment questions should not be sent through this process. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to being inclusive and attracting, retaining, and growing an inclusive workforce. #J-18808-Ljbffr