VP, Inforce Mgmt - Life

Job Description:We’re actively seeking a VP, Inforce Management - Life to join our Consumer Markets Division in Newport Beach, CA, Omaha, NE, or Charlotte, NC. This role follows a hybrid schedule of four days in the office (on-site). If you are not currently located near one of our offices, we offer comprehensive relocation assistance. Occasional travel may be required for this role, generally no more than 3-4 times per year, primarily for team meetings, training, or business-related activities.This is a senior, strategic actuarial leadership role responsible for overseeing the performance, risk profile, and long-term direction of the Life Insurance Inforce portfolio. The role drives business decisions by translating complex Inforce analytics, including mortality, persistency, and profitability trends, into actionable insights, management strategies, and executive-level recommendations.How you’ll help move us forward:Strategic FocusOwn the financial and risk narrative for Life Insurance Inforce across UL, IUL, VUL, Term, COLI/BOLI, and related blocksDrive management decisions related to profitability sustainability, efficient capital usage, reinsurance strategy, and Inforce actionsPartner with Product, Finance, Risk, Legal, Reinsurance, Investments, Capital Management, and FP&A to influence pricing actions, assumption governance, and portfolio management decisionsFrame trade‑offs between growth, earnings stability, capital efficiency, and risk.Serve as the primary actuarial advisor on Life Inforce performance and emerging experience trendsAnalytics & InsightLead mortality, lapse, premium persistency, and earnings attribution analysis and forward-looking projections for life InforceOwn fee, spread, and Non-Guaranteed element analysis and forward‑looking projections for life productsOversee stress testing, sensitivity testing, and scenario analysis, ensuring consistent approaches and interpretation across blocksIdentify emerging experience trends early and translate them into actionable recommendationsCritical member of Product Management Committee and Assumption Review Committee, bringing in-depth expertise to review and challenge initiativesLead Life actuarial policy management activities focused on aligning consumer, distribution, and enterprise expectations of policy performanceLeadership & Decision OwnershipAct as the single point of accountability for Life Inforce performance insightElevate discussions from retrospective analysis to forward‑looking decision makingDevelop talent that offers business expertise, leadership, and that builds confidence throughout the enterprise in their workInfluence senior leadership through concise storytelling, quantified trade‑offs, and decision‑ready materialsSet strategic priorities and decision frameworks for teams supporting Life Inforce analyticsSkills & Experience12+ years of progressive actuarial experience within the life insurance industryBachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, Economics, or a related quantitative fieldFellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA) strongly preferred; ASA with substantial leadership experience may be consideredMBA or advanced business degree preferred but not requiredDeep understanding of Life insurance products and Inforce dynamics, including mortality, persistency, and policyholder behaviorStrong actuarial foundation with demonstrated ability to connect experience analysis to business outcomesProven ability to drive decisionsExecutive‑level communication skills with the ability to simplify complex topicsHighly consultative, with confidence to challenge assumptions and influence outcomesMindset & Success ProfileStrategic, forward‑looking thinker with an owner’s mindsetComfortable operating with ambiguity and shaping strategic directionFocused on impact, accountability, and value creationTrusted partner to senior leadership on Life insurance economics and riskDeadline to Apply: Friday, September 18, 2026Base Salary Range: $245,000 - $275,000+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.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 dependentsGenerous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance ProgramCompetitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participationYou Can Be Who You AreWe 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/lifeatpacificlifeEEO 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.SummaryLocation: Newport Beach CA-700; Omaha NE-6750; Charlotte-128Type: Full time