Chief Actuary

Continental General•Austin, TX

2d•$225,000 - $300,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Looking to join a growing company dedicated to helping others? We offer that, plus competitive salaries, a culture of learning, and a fast-paced environment. This is a hybrid position with 3 days in-office. Join our team to help make a difference in the lives of others! About Continental General: The Continental General family of companies has provided insurance, including life and long-term care policies, to individuals and groups for over 30 years, and currently supports over 200,000 policyholders. Both our insurance company, Continental General Insurance Company, and our third-party administrator, Continental General Services, are committed to the continuous development of our infrastructure, processes, and people. The group is actively growing through expansion of both its insurance portfolio and its administrative services. With each opportunity, we take a collaborative approach to address challenges and provide unique solutions. Position Summary: We are seeking a seasoned, strategic Chief Actuary to serve as a key member of the executive leadership team during an aggressive growth and expansion phase. This role is critical to scaling a complex insurance and TPA organization that sells business, manages claims and administrative operations for carrier partners, launches new products, executes M&A transactions, and manages diversified investments and real estate holdings. The ideal candidate is a proven Actuarial leader with deep experience in highly regulated insurance and financial services environments, capable of partnering closely with a CEO and Owner who are growth-driven, entrepreneurial, and focused on increasing enterprise value. The successful candidate will bring deep technical credibility, executive judgment, and forward-thinking leadership to support enterprise-level decision-making, capital optimization, and scalable growth.

Requirements

Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA) required.
15+ years of progressive actuarial experience, including senior leadership roles within life insurance, LTC, or related insurance sectors.
Demonstrated experience working with in-force blocks, block acquisitions, reinsurance, and/or TPA-related actuarial services.
Proven track record of executive-level leadership in a growth-oriented or transformational environment.
Strong experience presenting to and advising Boards of Directors, owners, and senior executives.
Deep understanding of regulatory, statutory, and financial reporting requirements applicable to life and LTC insurance.

Nice To Haves

Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA) preferred.
Prior experience as Chief Actuary preferred.

Responsibilities

As a core member of the senior executive leadership team, partner closely with the CEO, Owner, and Board of Directors to evaluate strategic opportunities, including mergers and acquisitions, reinsurance strategies, new product structures, and expansion of TPA offerings
Maintain a best-in-class actuarial department to support the company’s strategic objectives, providing expert actuarial leadership and developing top talent to support aggressive growth, and revenue initiatives
Translate complex actuarial and financial concepts into clear, actionable insights for executive and board-level decision-making.
Maintain full responsibility for actuarial governance across life insurance blocks, LTC products, and TPA-related actuarial services
Ensure continuity and stability by building upon existing actuarial frameworks, assumptions, models, and processes, while modernizing and enhancing them as needed
Oversee reserve adequacy, pricing assumptions, experience studies, and risk management practices
Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory, statutory, and professional standards
Lead actuarial due diligence and financial evaluation for acquisitions, reinsurance arrangements, and strategic partnerships
Support expansion initiatives by developing scalable actuarial models, processes, and talent structures capable of supporting increased volume and complexity
Provide actuarial leadership for new product concepts, in-force management strategies, and TPA client solutions
Identify opportunities to enhance profitability, capital efficiency, and long-term value through advanced analytics, assumption refinement, and experience management
Collaborate closely with Finance, Investments, Risk, and Operations to ensure alignment between actuarial assumptions, financial reporting, and enterprise risk management
Support capital planning, surplus management, and stress testing activities
Provide thought leadership on interest rate risk, longevity/morbidity risk, mortality risk, and emerging trends impacting life and LTC portfolios
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing actuarial organization, fostering a culture of accountability, rigor, and innovation
Ensure the actuarial function is appropriately structured and staffed to support current operations and future growth
Act as a visible, credible leader across the organization, promoting cross-functional collaboration and executive-level influence

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits, including 401(k), health insurance, and performance-based bonuses.
Collaborative and fast-paced work environment.
Professional development and growth opportunities within the finance and investment space.
Competitive Salary & Target Bonus Program
Retirement Savings – 401(k) with a company match
Comprehensive Medical insurance through BlueCross BlueShield of Texas.
Company-paid dental, vision, short-term & long-term disability, and life insurance.
Work-Life Balance – This role offers Unlimited PTO, 10 paid holidays, and paid volunteer time off.
Flexible Work Options & Perks – Hybrid opportunity, wellness programs, and weekly paid lunch for onsite staff.
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) – Includes a company match for HSAs.