Actuarial Transformation Lead

Role: Actuarial Transformation Lead

Location: NY/NJ

Exp: 15+ Years

Role Overview

We are seeking a high-impact, client-facing actuarial leader with strong experience across US Life & Annuities, deep expertise in modeling and valuation, and a proven track record in business development and actuarial transformation.

This role is ideal for a growth-oriented actuary who can bridge actuarial rigor, client engagement, and solution innovation, while helping drive our client's expansion in the US market.

Key Responsibilities

1. Client Leadership & Business Development

• Partner with senior client stakeholders (Appointed Actuaries, CFOs, Transformation Leads) to identify actuarial and finance transformation opportunities
• Co-own client accounts and support revenue growth through solutioning, proposal development, and deal shaping
• Translate client pain points (e.g., regulatory changes, model inefficiencies, reporting delays) into scalable actuarial solutions
• Participate actively in RFPs, client presentations, and strategic discussions

2. Actuarial Modeling & Valuation Leadership

• Provide oversight and SME guidance on actuarial models across platforms such as AXIS, Prophet, MG-ALFA
• Lead delivery/reviews across:
• Reserving & valuation (US GAAP LDTI, STAT, PBR)
• Model development, testing, validation, and conversions
• Guide teams on best practices in model governance, auditability, and controls

3. Actuarial Transformation Delivery

• Lead and deliver finance transformation initiatives, including:
• LDTI / IFRS 17 implementation
• Reporting modernization and close acceleration
• Drive AI-enabled actuarial transformation, including:
• Automation of actuarial workflows
• Intelligent diagnostics, model efficiency, and insight generation
• Support clients in redesigning actuarial operating models (process, governance, tooling)

4. Team Building & Capability Development

• Build and scale high-performing actuarial teams aligned to growth areas
• Mentor and develop actuarial talent across modeling, valuation, and consulting skills
• Drive capability building in emerging areas (AI, analytics, cloud, automation)

5. Thought Leadership & Market Development

• Contribute to our client's actuarial POVs on topics such as Regulatory Changes, model transformation, and AI in actuarial
• Represent our client in forums and industry discussions
• Support development of reusable accelerators, frameworks, and solutions

Candidate Profile

Must-Have

• Fully qualified actuary: FSA / FIA (mandatory)
• 15+ years of experience in life insurance actuarial domain
• Deep expertise in:
• US GAAP (LDTI), STAT, PBR
• Modeling platforms (AXIS / Prophet / MG-ALFA)
• Reserving and valuation processes
• Proven experience in client-facing roles with strong stakeholder management
• Demonstrated contribution to business development / solutioning / pre-sales
• Experience leading actuarial or finance transformation initiatives

Good-to-Have

• Experience with Python / SQL / automation frameworks
• Experience across multiple product lines: UL, VUL, FIA, VA, Term, Retirement, Reinsurance
• Exposure to cloud-based actuarial ecosystems

Key Differentiators (What Makes This Role Unique)

• Combines actuarial depth + business growth + transformation leadership
• Opportunity to shape AI-enabled actuarial solutions and platforms
• Direct exposure to US clients and senior leadership
• High ownership in account growth and capability building

Success Metrics / KPIs

Growth & Commercial Impact

• Contribution to revenue growth / pipeline creation in actuarial accounts
• Number of new opportunities converted / deals supported
• Expansion of existing client engagements