Role Overview
We are seeking a high-impact, client-facing actuarial leader with strong experience across US Life & Annuities, deep expertise in modeling and valuation, and a proven track record in business development and actuarial transformation.
This role is ideal for a growth-oriented actuary who can bridge actuarial rigor, client engagement, and solution innovation, while helping drive EXL’s expansion in the US market.
Key Responsibilities
1. Client Leadership & Business Development
- Partner with senior client stakeholders (Appointed Actuaries, CFOs, Transformation Leads) to identify actuarial and finance transformation opportunities
- Co-own client accounts and support revenue growth through solutioning, proposal development, and deal shaping
- Translate client pain points (e.g., regulatory changes, model inefficiencies, reporting delays) into scalable actuarial solutions
- Participate actively in RFPs, client presentations, and strategic discussions
2. Actuarial Modeling & Valuation Leadership
- Provide oversight and SME guidance on actuarial models across platforms such as AXIS, Prophet, MG-ALFA
- Lead delivery/reviews across:
- Reserving & valuation (US GAAP LDTI, STAT, PBR)
- Model development, testing, validation, and conversions
- Guide teams on best practices in model governance, auditability, and controls
3. Actuarial Transformation Delivery
- Lead and deliver finance transformation initiatives, including:
- LDTI / IFRS 17 implementation
- Reporting modernization and close acceleration
- Drive AI-enabled actuarial transformation, including:
- Automation of actuarial workflows
- Intelligent diagnostics, model efficiency, and insight generation
- Support clients in redesigning actuarial operating models (process, governance, tooling)
4. Team Building & Capability Development
- Build and scale high-performing actuarial teams aligned to growth areas
- Mentor and develop actuarial talent across modeling, valuation, and consulting skills
- Drive capability building in emerging areas (AI, analytics, cloud, automation)
5. Thought Leadership & Market Development
- Contribute to EXL’s actuarial POVs on topics such as Regulatory Changes, model transformation, and AI in actuarial
- Represent EXL in client forums and industry discussions
- Support development of reusable accelerators, frameworks, and solutions
Candidate Profile
Must-Have
- Fully qualified actuary: FSA / FIA (mandatory)
- 15+ years of experience in life insurance actuarial domain
- Deep expertise in:
- US GAAP (LDTI), STAT, PBR
- Modeling platforms (AXIS / Prophet / MG-ALFA)
- Reserving and valuation processes
- Proven experience in client-facing roles with strong stakeholder management
- Demonstrated contribution to business development / solutioning / pre-sales
- Experience leading actuarial or finance transformation initiatives
Good-to-Have
- Experience with Python / SQL / automation frameworks
- Experience across multiple product lines: UL, VUL, FIA, VA, Term, Retirement, Reinsurance
- Exposure to cloud-based actuarial ecosystems
Key Differentiators (What Makes This Role Unique)
- Combines actuarial depth + business growth + transformation leadership
- Opportunity to shape AI-enabled actuarial solutions and platforms
- Direct exposure to US clients and senior leadership
- High ownership in account growth and capability building
Success Metrics / KPIs
Growth & Commercial Impact
- Contribution to revenue growth / pipeline creation in actuarial accounts
- Number of new opportunities converted / deals supported
- Expansion of existing client engagements
Responsibilities
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EXL New York, New York, USA Office
320 Park Avenue, 29th Floor, New York, NY, United States, 10022
EXL Jersey City, New Jersey, USA Office
Jersey City, United States, 0
EXL Newark, New Jersey, USA Office
Newark, United States
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