Actuary/Senior Actuarial Analyst

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 advanced actuarial analyses based upon generally accepted actuarial principles, and to provide direction and oversight of more junior 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. At this level, solid communication skills are essential.

Essential Functions:

• Preparing and presenting material explaining actuarial concepts and findings.
• Providing guidance to non-actuaries on actuarial principles and concepts.
• Representing the Department on cross-functional teams.
• Supporting corporate goals and principles and communicating those to more junior staff.

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.
• Credentialed actuary (ACAS or FCAS) preferred; will consider a candidate who is actively taking exams.
• 2-5 years of actuarial experience required.

US Work Authorization:

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

Pay information:

Job level is commensurate with experience, specialized skills relevant to the role, and possession of the outlined preferred qualifications. Markel reserves the right to propose an alternative career level based on these factors. 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 Senior Actuarial Analyst position is $73,000 - $122,600 with 15% bonus potential. The national average salary for the Actuary position is $90,500 - $150,900 with 25% 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?

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