Actuarial Risk Management Director
About The Position
Excela Protect is modernizing the F&I industry bringing transparency, efficiency, and exceptional service to a space that's ready for change. As we grow, we're looking for a Director, Actuarial & Risk Management to serve as our lead actuarial expert and strategic partner in pricing, reserving, and risk management. You'll be the actuarial authority behind our vehicle protection and insurance-adjacent products, driving pricing discipline, reserve integrity, and portfolio performance. As a senior individual contributor and functional leader, you'll influence key decisions across Underwriting, Finance, Product, Operations, Analytics, and Business Development, blending technical expertise with business acumen to support profitable, sustainable growth.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, or a related field
- ACAS, ASA, or equivalent actuarial credential required
- Progressive actuarial experience in pricing, reserving, and portfolio risk assessment
- Advanced Excel and SQL skills
Nice To Haves
- Fellowship progression preferred
- F&I, vehicle protection, warranty administration, GAP, or P&C insurance experience preferred
- Power BI, Tableau, Python, or R a plus
- A track record of influencing decisions and leading cross-functional initiatives
Responsibilities
- Own actuarial pricing methodologies, reserve frameworks, and governance processes
- Monitor and ensure reserve adequacy based on portfolio performance and emerging experience
- Evaluate profitability, loss ratios, claim trends, and risk exposure across products and portfolios
- Identify emerging risks and opportunities to support growth and financial stability
- Lead actuarial due diligence and pricing recommendations for new client opportunities
- Partner with business leaders on the financial implications of strategic decisions
- Establish actuarial standards, controls, and decision frameworks fit for a growing company
- Serve as the Company's go-to actuarial expert on pricing, reserving, and risk
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Flexible work schedule
- Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k)
- Paid vacation and holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
