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Lincoln National

Director, Actuary Dental Pricing

Lincoln National, Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Alternate Locations:

Omaha, NE (Nebraska); Charlotte, NC (North Carolina); Fort Wayne, IN (Indiana); Greensboro, NC (North Carolina); Hartford, CT (Connecticut); Radnor, PA (Pennsylvania)

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid : Employee will work 3 days a week in a Lincoln office

Relocation assistance: is not available for this opportunity.

Requisition #: 75219

The Role at a Glance We are excited for the opportunity to bring on an experienced Pricing Actuary to lead our Dental Pricing team. Lincoln is a leading provider of Employer Benefits and Dental is a core component of our product suite. As the Lead of our Dental team, you will be responsible for setting rates and will be a major contributor to the strategic direction of the product.

What you'll be doing

Lead and mentor team of actuarial students and actuaries.

Oversee the development and implementation of pricing assumptions used to develop Dental rates and fees.

Collaborate with business partners in Product, Underwriting, Finance, and Distribution to drive Dental business strategy.

Oversee required state quarterly and annual reporting.

Coordinate manual pricing platforms leading to common rating practices.

Work with compliance organization for rate filing requirements.

Remain current and educate the organization on Dental pricing best practices.

Support cross‑functional Dental initiatives by providing Pricing subject‑matter expertise.

Collaborate with Finance, Distribution, and Underwriting teams to develop a Pricing Strategy for Dental products.

Monitor new sale profitability and renewal execution throughout the year and provide recommended changes where appropriate.

Maintain a strong relationship with key business partners throughout the organization and leverage those relationships to stay on top of emerging internal and external trends.

Provide Pricing subject‑matter expertise to team members and internal/external stakeholders on complex assignments/projects.

Develop innovative strategies to drive targeted business results for key market segments.

Lead data‑driven analysis to inform decision making.

Provide training and development opportunities, including stretch assignments, for team members and give honest and open feedback to aid in the development of talent.

Direct and evaluate individual/team performance and take appropriate action to meet and/or exceed performance standards for the Pricing Strategy team.

Establish and implement priorities, performance goals and objectives to ensure results.

What we're looking for

4 Year/Bachelor's degree (or equivalent)

5+ years of Dental pricing experience

Past history of managerial, supervisory, and/or demonstrated leadership experience is preferred

FSA or ASA designation

Strong communication, collaboration, and analytical skills

Experience managing a team of technical experts

Application Deadline Applications for this position will be accepted through December 1st, 2025 subject to earlier closure due to applicant volume.

What's it like to work here? At Lincoln Financial, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future.

What's in it for you:

Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values and leadership attributes

Leadership development and virtual training opportunities

PTO/parental leave

Competitive 401K and employee benefits

Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program

Tuition assistance program

Work arrangements that work for you

Effective productivity/technology tools and training

The pay range for this position is $108,501 - $195,900 with anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law. Pay is based on non‑discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Lincoln’s total rewards package for employees. In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual. Other rewards may include long‑term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln’s standard benefits package.

About The Company Lincoln Financial (NYSE: LNC) helps people to confidently plan for their version of a successful future. We focus on identifying a clear path to financial security, with products including annuities, life insurance, group protection, and retirement plan services.

With our 120-year track record of expertise and integrity, millions of customers trust our solutions and service to help put their goals in reach.

Lincoln Financial Distributors, a broker‑dealer, is the wholesale distribution organization of Lincoln Financial. Lincoln Financial is the marketing name for Lincoln Financial Corporation and its affiliates including The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company, Fort Wayne, IN, and Lincoln Life & Annuity Company of New York, Syracuse, NY. Lincoln Financial affiliates, their distributors, and their respective employees, representatives and/or insurance agents do not provide tax, accounting or legal advice.

Lincoln is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

This Employer Participates in E-Verify. See the E-Verify notices.

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