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About the position
Palomar is a rapidly growing and innovative insurer focused on providing specialty insurance to residential and commercial customers. Palomar welcomes self-motivated individuals to our thriving company. Guided by an entrepreneurial spirit, Palomar is building a dynamic and diverse team. We are seeking a driven, curious, and high-energy Manager, Actuarial with a solid actuarial background to join our growing Actuarial team. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise, creative problem-solving, and the ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a small team.
Responsibilities
- Develop reserve recommendations for assigned books of business using Arius, improving existing tools for creating new ones as needed.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements or analytical enhancements, proactively develop solutions, and secure buy-in from sponsors.
- Accountable for the accuracy and quality in actuarial analysis and reporting.
- Provide reinsurance analytical support as needed.
- Support program reviews and contribute to expanding new segments of the company portfolio.
- Collaborate with other functional units and act as a liaison between actuarial and data teams.
- Drive data development and enhancements to internal databases, advancing data-driven decision-making.
- Monitor and analyze trends and rates for existing business portfolios.
- Contribute to building and improving core actuarial services and consulting capabilities.
- Potential to manage and mentor junior team members.
Requirements
- ACAS designation (FCAS preferred).
- 5-8 years of actuarial experience, with a focus on reserving and data analytics.
- Proven ability to summarize technical findings for diverse audiences.
- Successful in identifying key drivers in loss results and trends.
- Curiosity and creativity in developing practical, innovative solutions.
- Patience and dedication to mentoring actuarial students and supporting team growth.
- Strong time management skills and ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across teams.
Nice-to-haves
- Build strong relationships through transparency, trust, and respect for each other.
- Work in an agile environment, with a resilient mindset to find creative solutions to challenges.
- Collaborate and celebrate diverse perspectives, promoting inclusivity and equality.
- Do the right thing with strong conviction and integrity.
- Be bold and innovative to help make an impact.
- Demonstrable track record of working autonomously and driving progress.
- Be intellectually curious, think creatively, and pragmatic.
- Be hands on with their team and roll up their sleeves.
- Lead with empathy and support personal and professional development.
- Empower people to continue to grow and see a bigger picture.
Benefits
- Full Suite of Medical Benefits
- Long Term Financial Incentives: All team members receive company equity.
- 401k with 3.5% automatic fully vested Employer Contribution
- Competitive PTO + Holiday Program
- Lifestyle Spending Account
- Work From Home Stipend
- Professional Development Assistance
- Career Exploration Opportunities
- Regular company-wide social events (even virtually!)
