Actuarial Analyst, Pricing

AmericanAg®, a global provider of diversified reinsurance services, is looking for an Actuarial Analyst to join our Catastrophe Pricing team based out of our office in Schaumburg, Illinois. This is a hybrid position working in the office three days a week.

Reporting to the Actuary & Catastrophe Product Leader, the Actuarial Analyst will be responsible for analyzing, quantifying, and pricing assumed reinsurance contracts, including occurrence catastrophe excess of loss and aggregate catastrophe excess of loss.

If you are looking for an opportunity to continue to grow and develop your actuarial knowledge and enjoy using your problem-solving skills to provide complex actuarial solutions, this position might be a great fit for you.  

The Actuarial Analyst will be responsible for:

• Assisting actuaries with pricing catastrophe contracts using catastrophe model results and actuarial models
• Collecting, analyzing, and validating statistical data and effectively communicating on data issues
• Participating in and contributing to pricing model development and model parameterization
• Preparing accurate summarized actuarial exhibits for internal customers
• Participating in various projects throughout the year, such as catastrophe trend studies and pricing model updates
• Learning existing tools and processes, modifying or creating new statistical tools, and improving processes as needed
• Contributing to validating cat modeling results compared to historical experience

What you will bring to this role:

• Bachelor’s degree in actuarial science, mathematics, or statistics or a related degree
• Minimum of three CAS exams passed and active participation toward achieving the CAS designation
• Minimum of three years of experience working as an actuary
• Experience with reinsurance, large account pricing, and catastrophe models is a plus
• Knowledge and understanding of actuarial principles regarding insurance and reinsurance
• Strong mathematical, statistical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work on tasks independently and collaborate in cross-functional teams
• Data organizational skills and attention to detail regarding data
• Ability to develop, understand, and use Excel workbooks
• Experience with Python

The expected starting salary range for this position is between $120,000 and $150,000. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for an annual bonus.

We do not sponsor employment visas and are unable to take over an employment visa from another employer.  Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for ANY employer without the need for employment visa sponsorship.

Who We Are

Since 1948, AmericanAg® has provided reinsurance services that promote the financial strength and success of its clients. We are a direct provider of reinsurance to the Farm Bureau® insurance companies and also participate in assumed U.S. and international reinsurance programs through the broker marketplace. Learn more at aaic.com

Reasons to Consider AmericanAg®

At AmericanAg®, you’ll work alongside a diverse team of highly educated and experienced professionals. We foster a dynamic culture where innovative ideas are championed and brought to life and where employees are appreciated, engaged, and encouraged to reach their full potential.  

AmericanAg® offers a competitive benefits package for employees and eligible dependents that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; company-funded cash balance retirement plan and 401(k) retirement plan; Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts; paid holidays, vacation, and sick time; Paid Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program; and other benefits. Click here to learn more.