AXIS Modeling Actuary

Location: New York, NY, Springfield, MA or Boston, MA

The Opportunity

At MassMutual, our mission is to help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As the impact of our valuation models continues to grow, we're looking for an Axis Modeling Actuary to join our Life Valuation Modeling team and help drive critical financial reporting, valuation, and strategic initiatives across the enterprise.

The Team

The Valuation Modeling Team helps to protect the long-term interests of policyholders by ensuring MassMutual is positioned to meet its future obligations.  Responsible for over $100 billion in direct statutory reserves, the team performs statutory, GAAP/LDTI and tax valuation on Par Whole Life, Term, UL and VUL products.  Our work affects regulatory compliance, strategic decision-making and inforce management.  For those interested in modeling, interpreting, and communicating financial results in a collaborative team environment, this is an exciting role.

The Impact:

• Apply deep modeling expertise to all phases of input, processing, and output of valuation projections in Axis
• Utilize modeling acumen to execute complex projects such as Cash Flow Testing, new product implementations, assumption change, and structural model updates
• Deliver and explain Stat, Tax and GAAP financial results.
• Develop and improve existing control and versioning methodology in valuation models  
• Improve efficiency by leveraging communication skills with internal and external technology partners
• Apply knowledge of life insurance products and regulations to navigate complexity, ambiguity, and limitations in valuation software
• Work directly with various audit stakeholders to demonstrate compliance with regulatory and model governance standards
• Demonstrate agility in responding to stakeholder questions and unexpected results, often at times of peak activity and tight deadlines

The Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in actuarial science, mathematics, statistics, data science, computer science, engineering, or a related quantitative or technical field.
• ASA designation
• 4+ years of actuarial experience within insurance, financial services, or a related quantitative field.
• 1+ years of experience with Axis

The Ideal Qualifications

• FSA designation
• 4+ years of experience with Axis, including model leadership or stewardship roles
• Demonstrated accountability and ownership of long-term independent projects
• Proficient with Axis features such as DataLink, investment cells, scenario files, and embedded block processing
• Understanding of modeling infrastructure such as ELink, GridLink, and output databases
• Expertise with identifying multiple solutions to a problem, and developing collaborative solutions to software limitations
• Ability to estimate resource requirements and set expectations with key stakeholders for highly visible projects
• Experience with Principle-Based Reserves, valuation regulations, product design, modeling assumptions, and inforce policy data
• Proficient with model-supported software such as MS Excel and SQL.
• Strong math, analytical and collaboration skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships across cross-functional groups

What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team

• Regular meetings with the Life Valuation Team
• Focused one-on-one meetings with your manager
• Access to mentorship opportunities
• Networking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQ, veteran and disability-focused Business Resource Groups
• Access to learning content on Degreed and other informational platforms
• Your ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits

Salary Range:

$144,800-$190,000

At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair equitable pay, by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees. Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component.

Why Join Us.

We’ve been around since 1851. During our history, we’ve learned a few things about making sure our customers are our top priority. In order to meet and exceed their expectations, we must have the best people providing the best thinking, products and services. To accomplish this, we celebrate an inclusive, vibrant and diverse culture that encourages growth, openness and opportunities for everyone. A career with MassMutual means you will be part of a strong, stable and ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits. And your voice will always be heard.

We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As a company owned by our policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to put customers first. It’s more than our company structure – it’s our way of life. We are a company of people protecting people. Our company exists because people are willing to share risk and resources, and rely on each other when it counts. At MassMutual, we Live Mutual.

MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply.

If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need.

 

At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair, equitable pay by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees.  Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component.  For more information about our extensive benefits offerings please check out our Total Rewards at a Glance.