Assistant Actuary

Northwestern Mutual

Milwaukee, WI

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Actuarial Skills, Analysis Skills, Cisco ASA (Adaptive Security Appliance), Communication Skills, Consulting, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, Fellowship, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Flexible Spending Accounts, Forecasting, Insurance, Leadership, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematics, Negotiation Skills, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Pricing, Profit & Loss Management, Regulations, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Storytelling, Technical Analysis, Underwriting
LOCATION
Milwaukee, WI
POSTED
Today

Summary

Hybrid role in Milwaukee part of Northwestern Mutual's Actuarial Leadership Development Program. In this rotational role, individuals will use their actuarial training and background to carry out in-depth analysis of a wide variety of business issues. Typical activities may include development of complex actuarial models, pricing one of many insurance product lines, forecasting future financial circumstances, analyzing product experience, assessing regulatory issues, consulting on product or other risk management issues, or providing significant assistance on corporate projects. The result of the work will frequently influence management towards action that can have a sizeable impact on products, markets, underwriting, pricing, risk management, and profitability.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  • Investigate and analyze technical issues of an actuarial nature.

  • Assess risk by determining the impact and the financial benefit of varied options.

  • Provide actuarial consultation to internal clients.

Qualifications

  • Undergraduate degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Finance, or related field.

  • Attainment of Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA) designation at a minimum.

  • Most candidates will have made progress toward attaining the Fellowship (FSA) designation.

  • A minimum of three years of actuarial experience.

  • Skilled in using software tools that are used for mathematical and/or financial modeling and analysis.

  • Strong communication skills.

  • A strong understanding of the actuarial aspects of NM product lines.

  • A good grasp of risk management issues tied to our products and finances.

#LI-Hybrid

Compensation Range:

Pay Range - Start:

$94,640.00

Pay Range - End:

$175,760.00

Geographic Specific Pay Structure:

Structure 110:

Structure 115:

We believe in fairness and transparency. It’s why we share the salary range for most of our roles. However, final salaries are based on a number of factors, including the skills and experience of the candidate; the current market; location of the candidate; and other factors uncovered in the hiring process. The standard pay structure is listed but if you’re living in California, New York City or other eligible location, geographic specific pay structures, compensation and benefits could be applicable, click here to learn more.

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Northwestern Mutual is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes and encourages diversity in the workforce. We are committed to creating and maintaining an environment in which each employee can contribute creative ideas, seek challenges, assume leadership and continue to focus on meeting and exceeding business and personal objectives.

Skills

Analytical Thinking (NM) - Advanced, Cross Functional Partnering & Planning (NM) - Intermediate, Organizational & Political Savvy (NM) - Intermediate, Risk Management (NM) - Intermediate, Strategic Thinking (NM) - Intermediate, Customer Centricity (NM) - Intermediate, Negotiation & Managing Objection (NM) - Intermediate, Attention to Detail (NM) - Advanced, Adaptive Communication (NM) - Advanced, Actuarial Modeling (NM) - Advanced, Insurance Finance & Actuarial Acumen (NM) - Advanced, Storytelling through Data (NM) - Advanced, Insurance Products (NM) - Advanced, Statutes & Regulation (NM) - Intermediate, Process Improvement (NM) - Advanced, Learning Agility & Critical Thinking (NM) - Advanced, Scenario Planning (NM) - Intermediate, Risk Evaluation (NM) - Intermediate, Data Analytics (NM) - Advanced

FIND YOUR FUTURE

We’re excited about the potential people bring to Northwestern Mutual. You can grow your career here while enjoying first-class perks, benefits, and our commitment to a culture of belonging.

About the Company

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Northwestern Mutual

Who We Are

What we believe.

We believe relationships are built on trust. That our lives and our work matter. And that doing what’s right is good for everyone — our clients, our employees, our financial representatives and our communities.
These beliefs launched our company nearly 160 years ago. Today, they’re just a few of the reasons why people choose to build careers at Northwestern Mutual.

We’re known for our financial strength.

That means we’ll be here for the millions of people who are counting on us—our clients, our employees, our financial representatives and our communities.

We care.

We make a positive difference in our communities. Nationally, thousands have benefited from our support of research and programs to fight childhood cancer. Each year, our Foundation, employees and financial representatives donate time, talent and financial support to causes they’re passionate about.


Why Work Here

We’re strong and growing.

In a company with such a long and storied history, this may be the most exciting and important time to be a part of Northwestern Mutual. We’re strong, innovative and growing. And we want you to grow with us.

We invest in our people.

We provide opportunities for employees to grow themselves, their careers, and, in turn, our business. Movement around the company is encouraged and we help our people build meaningful, long-term careers.

Be part of building our future.

We’re expanding our campus in downtown Milwaukee overlooking Lake Michigan. The Northwestern Mutual Tower and Commons will include a state-of-the-art employee Learning Institute, and will feature a natural light-filled, 21st century work environment. This signature development reinforces our commitment to job growth, attracting top talent and drawing new business to Milwaukee.

Enjoy Milwaukee.

Located on beautiful Lake Michigan, Milwaukee offers a perfect balance of big city and small town living. Home to Summerfest, the world’s largest music festival, Milwaukee has a thriving music scene, a celebrated annual film festival and vibrant performing arts community. Professional sports teams include the Milwaukee Brewers, Milwaukee Bucks and other major teams. And outdoor family fun is easy here. An extensive urban bike path network links our lakefront parks, beaches and other recreational hotspots.


Our Culture

We are always evolving.

At Northwestern Mutual, our employees, and our business, are always evolving. We are agile and continuously learning and improving. We have a work environment that empowers problem solving and encourages innovation—you will make an impact here.

We do what’s right.

Our “do-what’s-right” value is pervasive. We ask ourselves: “Is this in the best interest of our clients? Our employees? Our financial representatives?” Acting on this value improves our clients’ experience, and makes Northwestern Mutual a better place to work.

We recognize and develop possibilities in our people.

Onsite training and leadership development programs help employees succeed and grow. We also sponsor learning opportunities outside the company to help employees stay current in their fields, network with peers and gain external perspective.

Diversity makes us better.

We believe diversity and inclusion cultivate creativity, innovation and a better experience for our clients. That’s why we recruit and grow people who bring unique perspectives, ideas, beliefs and cultural backgrounds.

COMPANY SIZE
5,000 to 9,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1857
WEBSITE
https://www.northwesternmutual.com/