Actuarial Analyst I (Mid-Level) (Tempe)

Why USAA?

At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community and their families.

Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values – honesty, integrity, loyalty and service – define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful.

We are proud to support active-duty military spouses. USAA roles may offer remote or hybrid flexibility for active-duty military spouses consistent with applicable policy and business needs.

The Opportunity

This role is remote eligible in the continental U.S. with occasional business travel. However, individuals residing within 60 mile radius of a USAA office will be expected to work on-site 4 days per week.

We have multiple exciting opportunities available on our Modeling Factory and Insights & Development teams. As a dedicated Actuarial Analyst I, you will be a near-credentialed analyst responsible for independently applying complex technical and actuarial methodologies as well as requiring expert knowledge in one actuarial practice area (pricing, reserving, modeling, catastrophe risk, claims analytics, product management, etc.) to complete unstructured projects.

What you'll do:

• Independently applies complex technical and actuarial methodologies, as well as proficient actuarial knowledge, to complete unstructured projects (e.g., selects and ensures quality of data used to perform trend analysis supports rate level indications; translates business problem into technical requirements; runs catastrophe models and interprets and communicates results to support business activities while executing and enhancing a strong control environment with guidance from an experienced catastrophe modeler.

• Utilizes actuarial, mathematical, or statistical techniques to augment actuarial work product.

• Creates and delivers training to teammates on mechanics of actuarial tools and processes.

• Applies understanding of products supported, stakeholders' needs, and industry trends to solve unstructured business problems.

• Identifies compliance gaps and process improvements and recommends develop solutions.

• Leads unit initiatives and participates in cross-functional efforts as a technical subject matter expert.

• Effectively communicates insights and solutions to all audiences, including executive leadership.

• Synthesizes complex and conflicting information into a clear and influential value proposition.

• Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.

What you have:

• Bachelor's degree; OR 4 years of related Actuarial/business/analytical experience (in addition to the minimum years of experience required) may be substituted in lieu of degree.

• 4 years of Actuarial or analytical business experience.

• No more than 2 Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS) exams away from Associate of the Casualty Actuarial Society (ACAS) Credential and All Validation of Education Experience (VEEs) completed.

• Demonstrated competency with relevant actuarial, mathematical, and statistical techniques and approaches used to support fact-based decision-making.

• Intermediate knowledge of data analysis tools, data visualization, developing analysis queries and procedures in Python, R, SQL, SAS, BI tools or other analysis software, and relevant industry data & methods and ability to connect external insights to business problems.

• Experience communicating complex solutions and analysis to both technical and nontechnical audiences.

What sets you apart:

• A passion for creative and innovative work that improves existing processes and creates new, repeatable and automated workflows that enhance team productivity.

• Basic understanding of GLM or GBM modeling algorithms.

• Intermediate knowledge of Model Risk Management, Model Governance, and Regulatory requirements.

• US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner.

Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $103,450 - $186,210.

USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.).

Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location.

Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.

For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on USAAjobs.com.

Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting.

USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.