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Actuary roles in insurance, consulting, and financial services are strong fits for STEM OPT students with degrees in mathematics, statistics, or actuarial science. Your 24-month STEM OPT extension applies here, and every employer must be enrolled in E-Verify. SOC code 15-2011 covers most actuary positions for CIP code matching.
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ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Risk Analytics Sr. Associate Actuary will be responsible for the production, analysis, and communication of quantitative risk metrics to senior leaders, as well as the development and expansion of current risk analytic capabilities to inform business decisions and enhance financial stability. This role provides insight into all areas of the organization, with the opportunity to influence the future growth strategy of the company.
Profile Responsibilities:
- Produce a comprehensive suite of risk analytics on a quarterly and annual basis and gauge alignment of results with company risk appetite. Effectively report on results to senior management.
- Collaborate with the Investment, Finance, and Actuarial teams to refine risk modeling methodologies, calculations, and stress calibrations to best inform business decisions and provide insights into potential real-life impacts.
- Review stress testing results against actual market and insurance risk events to improve accuracy of stress testing framework.
- Support the enhancement of risk reporting capabilities at the company and local entity levels across multiple accounting bases, with strong stress and scenario testing across various measures including capital, liquidity, and value.
- Ensure stress testing models are built using robust actuarial and statistical methodologies and are fit for purpose.
- Interact with senior management to facilitate understanding of risk metric results, key sensitivities, and implications for critical business decisions.
- Communicate complex risk modeling concepts and results to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Finance, or other related field.
- Associate of the Society of Actuaries, or similar designation, with 5+ years of experience.
- Ability to dive into technical details and do hands-on work while thinking strategically and improving processes.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills to effectively partner with key stakeholders across the company.
- Good understanding of actuarial principles, risk modeling techniques, financial theory, and regulatory requirements.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic organization.
- Experience with both US and Bermuda insurance regulations is an asset.
LOCATION
Location: West Chester, PA
COMPENSATION
Resolution Life US is committed to disclosing a reasonable estimate of the base salary for our job roles. These estimates consider a wide range of factors in making base salary decisions, including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
In addition to salary, Resolution Life US offers a comprehensive benefits package, including our health & wellness program, incentive and recognition programs, and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The range for the role may differ based on the location.
Base Salary: $114,000 - $172,500
CRITICAL SKILLS
At Resolution Life, we have identified the following critical skills which are key to success in our culture:
- Customer Focused: Passionate drive to delight our customers and offer unique solutions that deliver on their expectations.
- Critical Thinking: Thoughtful process of analyzing data and problem-solving data to reach a well-reasoned solution.
- Team Mentality: Partnering effectively to drive our culture and execute on our common goals.
- Business Acumen: Appreciation and understanding of the financial services industry in order to make sound business decisions.
- Learning Agility: Openness to new ways of thinking and acquiring new skills to retain a competitive advantage.
INTRODUCTION
As part of the application process, a candidate account is required to log in and view application(s). Please be sure to check email regularly for information regarding our employment process.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Risk Analytics Sr. Associate Actuary will be responsible for the production, analysis, and communication of quantitative risk metrics to senior leaders, as well as the development and expansion of current risk analytic capabilities to inform business decisions and enhance financial stability. This role provides insight into all areas of the organization, with the opportunity to influence the future growth strategy of the company.
Profile Responsibilities:
- Produce a comprehensive suite of risk analytics on a quarterly and annual basis and gauge alignment of results with company risk appetite. Effectively report on results to senior management.
- Collaborate with the Investment, Finance, and Actuarial teams to refine risk modeling methodologies, calculations, and stress calibrations to best inform business decisions and provide insights into potential real-life impacts.
- Review stress testing results against actual market and insurance risk events to improve accuracy of stress testing framework.
- Support the enhancement of risk reporting capabilities at the company and local entity levels across multiple accounting bases, with strong stress and scenario testing across various measures including capital, liquidity, and value.
- Ensure stress testing models are built using robust actuarial and statistical methodologies and are fit for purpose.
- Interact with senior management to facilitate understanding of risk metric results, key sensitivities, and implications for critical business decisions.
- Communicate complex risk modeling concepts and results to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Finance, or other related field.
- Associate of the Society of Actuaries, or similar designation, with 5+ years of experience.
- Ability to dive into technical details and do hands-on work while thinking strategically and improving processes.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills to effectively partner with key stakeholders across the company.
- Good understanding of actuarial principles, risk modeling techniques, financial theory, and regulatory requirements.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic organization.
- Experience with both US and Bermuda insurance regulations is an asset.
LOCATION
Location: West Chester, PA
COMPENSATION
Resolution Life US is committed to disclosing a reasonable estimate of the base salary for our job roles. These estimates consider a wide range of factors in making base salary decisions, including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
In addition to salary, Resolution Life US offers a comprehensive benefits package, including our health & wellness program, incentive and recognition programs, and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The range for the role may differ based on the location.
Base Salary: $114,000 - $172,500
CRITICAL SKILLS
At Resolution Life, we have identified the following critical skills which are key to success in our culture:
- Customer Focused: Passionate drive to delight our customers and offer unique solutions that deliver on their expectations.
- Critical Thinking: Thoughtful process of analyzing data and problem-solving data to reach a well-reasoned solution.
- Team Mentality: Partnering effectively to drive our culture and execute on our common goals.
- Business Acumen: Appreciation and understanding of the financial services industry in order to make sound business decisions.
- Learning Agility: Openness to new ways of thinking and acquiring new skills to retain a competitive advantage.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Actuary
Verify your CIP code maps correctly
Actuarial science, mathematics, and statistics degrees all carry CIP codes that qualify for STEM OPT, but your DSO must confirm the match. Check that your degree's CIP code appears on the STEM Designated Degree Program List before your OPT end date.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
An employer can want to hire you and still be ineligible for STEM OPT if they haven't enrolled in E-Verify. Ask HR for their E-Verify Company ID or look up the employer on the E-Verify employer search before signing anything.
Target employers with active exam-support policies
Insurance carriers and consulting firms that sponsor actuarial exam fees and study time signal long-term investment in your development. These employers are far more likely to also support STEM OPT extension paperwork and eventual H-1B visa sponsorship.
Use Migrate Mate to find STEM OPT actuary roles
Filtering job boards manually for E-Verify enrollment wastes time when you're on a deadline. Migrate Mate surfaces actuary roles at employers already verified for STEM OPT eligibility, so you can focus your applications where they'll actually count.
Build your I-983 training plan around actuarial competencies
Your I-983 must tie each training objective to your mathematics or statistics degree. Map plan sections to actuarial exam syllabus topics, like probability modeling or financial mathematics, so the connection between your coursework and your role is explicit.
Time your extension application around exam sittings
USCIS recommends filing the STEM OPT extension at least 90 days before your initial OPT expires. Many actuarial roles have critical project deadlines or exam windows in spring and fall, so file early enough that a processing delay doesn't force you to pause work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an actuarial science or mathematics degree qualify for STEM OPT?
Yes. Degrees in actuarial science, mathematics, statistics, and applied mathematics all appear on the STEM Designated Degree Program List under qualifying CIP codes. Your DSO confirms eligibility by matching your specific degree's CIP code to that list. Statistics and data science degrees from accredited programs almost always qualify, but confirm with your DSO before filing the extension.
Does my actuary employer need to be enrolled in E-Verify?
Yes, E-Verify enrollment is a hard requirement for every STEM OPT employer, including actuarial firms, insurance carriers, and consulting companies. If your employer isn't enrolled, they're ineligible to sponsor your STEM OPT extension regardless of the role or your credentials. Ask HR for their E-Verify Company ID before accepting an offer.
What should the I-983 training plan include for an actuary role?
The I-983 must document how your day-to-day actuarial work relates to your STEM degree. List specific training goals tied to your coursework, such as applying probability theory to loss reserving, using statistical modeling for pricing analysis, or building predictive models in Python or R. Your supervisor and DSO both sign off on the plan, and it must be updated if your role changes materially.
What happens to my work authorization if my H-1B is selected in the lottery but not yet approved?
If your employer files an H-1B petition before your STEM OPT expires and it's selected in the lottery, cap-gap protection extends your OPT authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue working as an actuary during that window. USCIS issues guidance on cap-gap annually, so confirm the exact end date of your protected period with your DSO.
Where can I find actuary jobs at employers who support STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 students on OPT and STEM OPT, showing actuary roles at employers already verified for E-Verify enrollment. Searching general job boards doesn't surface E-Verify status, which means you can apply extensively and still hit a dead end if the employer isn't eligible to hire you under STEM OPT rules.