EquiTrust Life Insurance Company
Actuarial Associate, Product
EquiTrust Life Insurance Company, West Des Moines, Iowa, United States, 50265
West Des Moines 7100 West
West Des Moines, IA 50266, USA
Description Posting Title: Actuarial Associate, Product Location: West Des Moines, Iowa (Mostly Off-Site) Employment Type: Full-time
About Us: EquiTrust Life Insurance Company is a national carrier of competitive, client-friendly annuity products sold through a variety of distribution channels, including more than 20,000 independent agents and independent marketing organizations (IMOs). Since 2003, we have provided exceptional customer service to our clients by operating with integrity and passion. Our efforts are supported by a dedicated workforce who execute their responsibilities through teamwork and an entrepreneurial spirit. EquiTrust sells products nationwide and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with operations in West Des Moines, Iowa.
How You’ll Contribute: As an Actuarial Associate, Product you will support actuarial modeling, valuation, and ALM risk analysis for life and annuity products. You will work closely with actuaries, finance, investments, and risk partners to help ensure accurate modeling, effective controls, and meaningful insights that support risk management and financial decision-making.
What You’ll Do:
Support the conversion and enhancement of actuarial valuation and modeling systems
Develop, test, and document actuarial model updates in ALFA and related systems
Assist with asset modeling techniques and projection of asset cash flows, including structured assets
Support the integration of new products into corporate in-force models
Analyze asset/liability modeling and risk results and help interpret key drivers
Prepare monthly and quarterly valuation runs, review results, and analyze reserve movements
Assist with annual cash flow testing and monitoring of financial results
Maintain documentation, controls, and governance supporting modeling and reporting processes
Support internal and external audits and respond to information requests
Collaborate with team members and business partners to support departmental and company objectives
What You’ll Bring:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Analytics, or a related field
Experience:
1+ year of actuarial experience
Exposure to life insurance and/or fixed indexed annuity products preferred
Completion of 2 SOA exams required
Continued progress toward actuarial credentials encouraged and supported
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel and Access
Familiarity with actuarial modeling tools such as ALFA or ARCVAL
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Ability to communicate actuarial concepts and results to non-technical audiences
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work both independently and collaboratively
Physical Requirements:
Primarily sedentary work involving extended computer use
Ability to communicate effectively in meetings and discussions
Occasional lifting of light materials (up to 20 lbs.)
Where You’ll Work:
Work Arrangements: Mostly Off-Site Travel Requirements: Not required
Total Rewards: In addition to base pay, eligible employees may receive an annual discretionary incentive bonus and access to a competitive benefits package including:
401(k) with Company Match Paid time off: Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and more Paid Parental Leave for both Mothers and Fathers Hybrid/Remote Work Options Early Friday Closure
EquiTrust is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the U.S. Federal E-Verify program. Applicants have rights under federal and state employment laws. To learn more, visit EquiTrust Careers .
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Description Posting Title: Actuarial Associate, Product Location: West Des Moines, Iowa (Mostly Off-Site) Employment Type: Full-time
About Us: EquiTrust Life Insurance Company is a national carrier of competitive, client-friendly annuity products sold through a variety of distribution channels, including more than 20,000 independent agents and independent marketing organizations (IMOs). Since 2003, we have provided exceptional customer service to our clients by operating with integrity and passion. Our efforts are supported by a dedicated workforce who execute their responsibilities through teamwork and an entrepreneurial spirit. EquiTrust sells products nationwide and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with operations in West Des Moines, Iowa.
How You’ll Contribute: As an Actuarial Associate, Product you will support actuarial modeling, valuation, and ALM risk analysis for life and annuity products. You will work closely with actuaries, finance, investments, and risk partners to help ensure accurate modeling, effective controls, and meaningful insights that support risk management and financial decision-making.
What You’ll Do:
Support the conversion and enhancement of actuarial valuation and modeling systems
Develop, test, and document actuarial model updates in ALFA and related systems
Assist with asset modeling techniques and projection of asset cash flows, including structured assets
Support the integration of new products into corporate in-force models
Analyze asset/liability modeling and risk results and help interpret key drivers
Prepare monthly and quarterly valuation runs, review results, and analyze reserve movements
Assist with annual cash flow testing and monitoring of financial results
Maintain documentation, controls, and governance supporting modeling and reporting processes
Support internal and external audits and respond to information requests
Collaborate with team members and business partners to support departmental and company objectives
What You’ll Bring:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Analytics, or a related field
Experience:
1+ year of actuarial experience
Exposure to life insurance and/or fixed indexed annuity products preferred
Completion of 2 SOA exams required
Continued progress toward actuarial credentials encouraged and supported
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel and Access
Familiarity with actuarial modeling tools such as ALFA or ARCVAL
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Ability to communicate actuarial concepts and results to non-technical audiences
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work both independently and collaboratively
Physical Requirements:
Primarily sedentary work involving extended computer use
Ability to communicate effectively in meetings and discussions
Occasional lifting of light materials (up to 20 lbs.)
Where You’ll Work:
Work Arrangements: Mostly Off-Site Travel Requirements: Not required
Total Rewards: In addition to base pay, eligible employees may receive an annual discretionary incentive bonus and access to a competitive benefits package including:
401(k) with Company Match Paid time off: Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and more Paid Parental Leave for both Mothers and Fathers Hybrid/Remote Work Options Early Friday Closure
EquiTrust is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the U.S. Federal E-Verify program. Applicants have rights under federal and state employment laws. To learn more, visit EquiTrust Careers .
#LI-SD01
#LI–HYBRID
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
#J-18808-Ljbffr