Senior Actuary

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Job description

Job Location: United States : New York : New York

Alternate Job Location:

United States : New Jersey : Bridgewater || United States : Missouri : St. Louis

Role Value Proposition:

The Senior Actuary plays a critical role in coordinating operations and deliverables for the US Actuarial and Global ALM teams. Deliverables include reserve valuations, budget projections, Embedded Value and regulatory filings.

The position provides exposure to a wide range of actuarial activities, and interfaces with key internal and external stakeholders, including the US Lead Actuaries, the asset liability modeling heads, the CFO organization and multiple state regulators.

Key Responsibilities:

* Provide oversight of core reporting deliverables and data initiatives within US region, including facilitating discussions, monitoring progress, and ensuring timely completion. This includes:
* Managing and prioritizing communications from internal and external stakeholders regarding financial close-related actuarial work for US region
* Organizing meetings, facilitating discussions, and preparing materials for consumption by internal and external stakeholders for the Americas annual assumption review process
* Preparing board presentations and pre-read materials for key Board presentations (Participating Business Dividend Scales, Appointed Actuary Reports, Assumption Updates, Principles Based Reserves)
* Aggregating, reviewing, and distributing monthly Americas actuarial reserve and related one-time items report and following up on open issues
* Striving for efficiency in managing communication between actuarial teams and audit/governance departments regarding actuarial matters
* Consolidating and maintaining control documentation (e.g. SOX compliance) for US region
* Managing ad-hoc requests across all US segments
* Coordinate Reg 33 (allocation of investment income) filing between MetLife and NY Department of Financial Services
* Actuarial Governance & Controls Steering Committee

* Assist US Chief Actuary and Global ALM head by managing coordination of other activities across the US Actuarial and Global ALM teams
* Coordinate staff meeting agendas
* Work with Lead Actuaries and ALM heads to establish BAU/HR and IT budgets and coordinate budget discussions with key stakeholders
* Coordinate ongoing management of new positions, open positions and other HR initiatives

Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills:

* Fellow of Society of Actuaries (FSA) preferred
* Global agility & mindset
* Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
* Excellent written and oral communication skills
* Ability to communicate with all levels of management
* Ability to work independently and in team environment
* Strong sense of business partnering

Business Category

Financial Management Group

Number of Openings

1

At MetLife, we're leading the global transformation of an industry we've long defined. United in purpose, diverse in perspective, we're dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our customers."

MetLife:

MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world's leading financial services companies, providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to help its individual and institutional customers navigate their changing world. Founded in 1868, MetLife has operations in more than 40 countries and holds leading market positions in the United States, Japan, Latin America, Asia, Europe and the Middle East.

We are one of the largest institutional investors in the U.S. with $642.4 billion of total assets under management as of March 31, 2021. We are ranked #46 on the Fortune 500 list for 2021. In 2020, we were named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) for the fifth year in a row. DJSI is a global index to track the leading sustainability-driven companies. We are proud to have been named to Fortune magazine's 2021 list of the "World's Most Admired Companies."

MetLife is committed to building a purpose-driven and inclusive culture that energizes our people. Our employees work every day to help build a more confident future for people around the world.

We want to make it simple for all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities with MetLife. For further information about how to request a reasonable accommodation, please click on the Disability Accommodations link below.

MetLife is a proud Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at MetLife without regards to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.

Requisition #: 121000