VP, Pricing Leader

Aspida Financial Services LLC • Durham, NC

80d

About The Position

Aspida is a tech-driven, nimble insurance carrier. Backed by Ares Management Corporation, a leading global alternative asset manager, we offer simple and secure retirement solutions and annuity products with speed and precision. More than that, we’re in the business of protecting dreams; those of our partners, our producers, and especially our clients. Our suite of products, available through our elegant and intuitive digital platform, focuses on secure, stable retirement solutions with attractive features and downside protection. A subsidiary of Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES) acts as the dedicated investment manager, capital solutions and corporate development partner to Aspida. For more information, please visit www.aspida.com or follow them on LinkedIn. We are seeking a highly experienced leader to oversee Aspida Life’s Annuity Pricing team. This position will be responsible for driving pricing strategy, profitability analysis, and rate setting for new and inforce business across our suite of annuity products, including Multi-Year Guaranteed Annuities (MYGA), Fixed Indexed Annuities (FIA), and Registered Index-Linked Annuities (RILA). This is a highly visible and key role within a fast-growing and dynamic company, reporting to the SVP, Retail Annuity Leader. This role is required to be onsite 3 days a week at our Durham, NC headquarters.

Requirements

• FSA with 10+ years of relevant experience
• In depth knowledge of annuity products & market (MYGA/FIA/RILA), pricing techniques, and financial acumen
• Proven leadership experience managing actuarial teams
• Ability to set team goals and drive strategic vision
• Strong knowledge of actuarial guidelines, accounting standards, and annuity disclosure requirements
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated with strong collaboration and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing team of actuaries at various levels focused on pricing, profitability, and product development for retail annuity products.
• Own the pricing strategy and execution for MYGA, FIA, and RILA products, ensuring alignment with financial objectives and risk appetite.
• Collaborate with Product Development, Distribution, Finance, and Risk teams to support new product initiatives and enhancements.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of pricing models, assumptions, and governance frameworks.
• Consider competitive landscape and market trends to inform pricing decisions and strategic direction.
• Present pricing recommendations and profitability results to senior leadership and key stakeholders.

Benefits

• Salaried, DOE
• Long-Term Incentive Plan
• Full-Time
• Full Benefits Package Available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed