Senior Actuarial Analyst (State National)

What part will you play? If you’re looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you’ve found it.

The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities. You’ll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We’re always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs.

Join us and play your part in something special!

The primary purpose of this position is to provide more advanced actuarial analyses, based upon generally accepted actuarial principles, and under the direction and oversight of more senior level actuaries. The completed analyses will be used by internal business leaders for data-based decision making. These analyses may relate to various areas of actuarial expertise, including Pricing, Reserving, Reinsurance, Corporate Reporting, or combinations of these areas.

Job Responsibilities

• Conducting research and analysis on potential new lines of business and establish rates/pricing that supports Markel’s initiative of continued profitable premium growth along with cost-based pricing; researching new business opportunities when requested.
• Communicating results with actuaries and underwriters in a clear and concise manner, and responding efficiently and accurately to requests to vary the actuarial analysis in terms of structure and/or assumptions in order to more accurately represent the risk being analyzed.
• Presenting results of actuarial analyses to meeting attendees, and ensuring that actuarial and non-actuarial attendees have a clear understanding of final results.
• Communicating potential actuarial issues promptly.
• Serving as a resource for less experienced actuaries.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge and experience using SQL, Excel, Access, and Python.
• Annual statement familiarity.
• Proven knowledge of actuarial techniques and methodologies.
• Strong verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Professional presentation skills.
• Team player with analytical, quantitative and leadership abilities.
• May travel up to 15%, as needed.

Experience/Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Finance, Business or similar field.
• 2+ Actuarial exams passed preferred, with a demonstrated commitment to pursuing Associate or Fellowship designation in the Casualty Actuarial Society.
• 2+ years of actuarial or data analytics experience preferred.

US Work Authorization

US Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.

Pay information:

Career level and base salary offered for the successful candidate will be based on compensable factors, such as job-relevant education, job-relevant experience, training, licensure, demonstrated competencies, geographic location, and other factors. The national average salary for the Actuarial Analyst position is $62,400 - $85,800 with 12% bonus potential. The national average salary for the Senior Actuarial Analyst position is $78,000 - $107,250 with 15% bonus potential.

Who we are:

Markel Group (NYSE – MKL) is a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, and is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.

What’s in it for you:

In keeping with the values of the Markel Style, we strive to support our employees in living their lives to the fullest at home and at work.

• We offer competitive benefit programs that help meet our diverse and changing environment as well as support our employees’ needs at all stages of life.
• All full-time employees have the option to select from multiple health, dental and vision insurance plan options and optional life, disability, and AD&D insurance.
• We also offer a 401(k) with employer match contributions, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, PTO, corporate holidays and floating holidays, parental leave.

Are you ready to play your part?

Choose ‘Apply Now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.

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Markel is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of any protected characteristic.

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