This Vice President & Actuary position is responsible for leading and managing the actuarial staff for Westchester Digital/Middle Market and coordinating the Westchester Actuarial effort to improve system driven pricing, as well as the data and reporting strategy. The role is based in Philadelphia, PA and reports to the Lead Actuary for Westchester.
Duties and Responsibilities related to this position:
Westchester Digital/Middle Market support:
Work closely with WSG management to set priorities and coordinate the actuarial support
Manage a team of two actuaries, including setting the staff’s priorities/workloads and training/developing
Complete/Oversee annual pricing studies, as well as ad-hoc pricing study requests
Complete/Oversee monthly, quarterly and annual reporting requirements, including price monitoring and NvR, as well as the improvement of these reports as appropriate.
Assist in developing the annual financial plan
Work with the predictive analytics team as needed
Systems and Reporting:
Work closely with WSG management and IT to complete product enhancements in Fast Track and improve system driven rating
Oversee actuarial testing to confirm proper execution of system enhancements.
Ensure prioritization and execution of systems items needing actuarial support through involvement in ongoing meetings with IT
Create consistency in rating and reporting across WSG where possible, working with other NA actuarial groups where appropriate
Maintain appropriate documentation of pricing models and assumptions
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Statistics, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
10+ years of actuarial pricing or reserving experience
ACAS or FCAS certification preferred, or equivalent industry qualifications.
Proficiency in Excel is required. Familiarity with programming languages and tools such as Radar / SQL / R / Python is advantageous but not required. Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn new tools and technologies.
Previous managerial or supervisory experience is strongly preferred but not required. We are open to individuals who have demonstrated leadership potential in other ways, such as leading projects or mentoring colleagues.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills are essential to excel in this role.
Strong organizational and documentation skills are required, along with the ability to prioritize multiple competing deliverables and manage time effectively to meet scheduled due dates.
Strong collaboration skills are important, with the ability to work closely with individuals from diverse backgrounds and disciplines. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to provide clear and concise verbal and written communications to stakeholders at various levels of the organization.
Desire to work in a fast-paced, fluid environment where new challenges and opportunities arise regularly. We value adaptability, resourcefulness, and a growth mindset.
About Us
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or higher in mathematics, actuarial science, statistics, finance, economics, or a related quantitative field
- 10+ years of actuarial pricing or reserving experience
- Proficiency in Excel
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
- Ability to prioritize multiple competing deliverables and manage time effectively
- Strong collaboration, interpersonal, and communication skills
- ACAS or FCAS certification, or equivalent industry qualifications
- Familiarity with Radar, SQL, R, or Python
- Previous managerial or supervisory experience
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage includes multiple medical plan options with preventive care, plus dental and vision, alongside HSAs/FSAs, telemedicine, and wellness resources. The breadth of offerings is presented as comprehensive for a large insurance employer.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with company contributions anchors the financial benefits, complemented by life and disability insurance. These programs reinforce long-term savings and protection.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Performance-based and year-end bonuses are part of the total rewards, with structured reviews supporting incentive opportunities. These components provide compensation beyond base salary.
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What We Do
Chubb is the world’s largest publicly traded property and casualty insurance company. With operations in 54 countries and territories, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. As an underwriting company, we assess, assume and manage risk with insight and discipline. We service and pay our claims fairly and promptly. The company is also defined by its extensive product and service offerings, broad distribution capabilities, exceptional financial strength and local operations globally. Parent company Chubb Limited is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: CB) and is a component of the S&P 500 index. Chubb maintains executive offices in Zurich, New York, London, Paris and other locations, and employs 31,000 people worldwide. Additional information can be found at: chubb.com.
