Actuary & Director - Annuity Product Innovation

Pacific Life•Charlotte, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job; it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own. We’re actively seeking a talented Actuary & Director of Annuity Product Innovation to join our Research and Development team. This role is on-site 4 days per week and work from home 1 day per week in Newport Beach, CA, Omaha, NE, or Charlotte, NC. If you are not currently located near one of our offices, we offer comprehensive relocation assistance. As an Actuary & Director of Annuity Product Innovation, you will move Pacific Life, and your career, forward by researching, testing, and developing innovative and market-driven annuity products and offerings. You will collaborate with stakeholders, both externally and across various Pacific Life departments, to develop product solutions that address key customer retirement income needs and meet pricing, profitability, and risk targets.

Requirements

8+ years of experience with a focus on annuity product development
FSA designation.
Proven track record of delivering innovative, strategic annuity solutions to market.
Strong project leadership, collaboration, and cross-functional influence skills.
Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
In-depth knowledge of economic, regulatory, and market factors impacting annuity products and retirement income solutions.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Extensive actuarial modeling experience and ability to review model results.

Nice To Haves

Active involvement in industry organizations, publications, or speaking engagements related to annuities or retirement income.
Demonstrated commitment to staying current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in annuities and financial services.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and pricing of innovative annuity products that are competitive and attractive in the marketplace.
Serve as the lead actuary during the research, development, and viability phases, providing actuarial solutions to challenges encountered in annuity product development.
Actively participate in creating educational materials and tools for financial professionals and clients to clearly explain annuity features, benefits, risks, and retirement income trade-offs.
Ensure the annuity product development process aligns with divisional and enterprise product, capital, and risk management strategies.
Collect and analyze feedback on existing annuity products, market trends, and unmet customer needs to identify opportunities for enhancements or new offerings.
Identify key risks, hedging considerations, and option trade-offs inherent in annuity designs to support sound decision-making.
Communicate clearly and proactively with stakeholders throughout early development stages to avoid late-stage issues or misalignment.
Provide technical support to implementation teams, including IT, Compliance, Marketing, and Operations, as needed

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Wellbeing Reimbursement Account
Paid Time Off
Holiday Schedules
Financial Planning Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Adoption Assistance Program
Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation
Relocation assistance