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Senior Actuarial Analyst / Actuary

markelHenrico, VAMay 18th, 2026
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, and 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 Actuary position is to provide a range of decisions based on actuarial analysis and forecasting. This role is a key actuarial partner to Markel’s Bermuda professional lines underwriting team, supporting large, complex risks where sound actuarial judgment is essential. The position focuses on pricing, reserving, and portfolio insights, working directly with experienced underwriters to inform high impact decisions. The successful candidate will influence pricing, reserving, and strategy in an environment where communication and partnership with underwriters are as important as technical ability.Job ResponsibilitiesConducting thorough research and analysis to evaluate lines of business and/or individual programs, establishing rates and pricing strategies that align with Markel's commitment to profitable premium growth and cost-based pricing; researching new business opportunities when requested and identifying potential acquisitionsForecasting reserve estimates on a quarterly basis; reporting with Finance during Quarter CloseEffectively communicating findings to Actuarial, Finance, Claims, Underwriting, and Executive Leadership, presenting analyses clearly and responding promptly to requests for alternative structures or assumptions to better represent the risks under reviewPresenting results of actuarial analyses to meeting attendees, and ensuring that actuarial and non-actuarial audiences have a clear understanding of final resultsCollaboration with Technical Pricing team to validate and calibrate professional liability rating models utilized in actuarial pricingProactively identifying and communicating potential actuarial issues to relevant teams.Mentoring and serving as a resource for less experienced actuaries, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharingRate change monitoringPeriodic Pricing StudiesRepresenting the Department on cross-functional teams.Ad hoc requests from product line leaders and executive leadershipOther actuarial work as neededWork Experience/QualificationsBachelor's Degree required, preferably in mathematics, statistics, or other analytical fields3-5 years of actuarial experience preferred3+ Actuarial exams passed, ideally close to or newly qualified Associate, with demonstrated commitment to pursuing Associate or Fellowship designation in the Casualty Actuarial SocietyProject and time management skills are required, especially related to abiding by deadlines, management of resources, and meeting customer needsStrong communication skills are required, as is the ability to think critically and to defend actuarial assumptions, decisions and methodologiesExcellent organizational skillsAbility to balance creativity and sound actuarial judgmentProfessional Liability or Commercial Lines experience is a plus but not requiredUS Work AuthorizationUS Work Authorization required. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.Pay InformationThe 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 range for the Senior Actuarial Analyst is $108,800 - $181,400 with 25% incentive.Who We AreMarkel Group (NYSE – MKL) a fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory and investment operations around the world.We’re all about people | We win together | We strive for betterWe enjoy the everyday | We think further What’s In It For YouIn 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? Choose ‘Apply Now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.Caution: Employment scams Markel Is Aware Of Employment-related Scams Where Scammers Will Impersonate Recruiters By Sending Fake Job Offers To Those Actively Seeking Employment In Order To Steal Personal Information. Frequently, The Scammer Will Reach Out To Individuals Who Have Posted Their Resume Online. These "job Offers" Include Convincing Offer Letters And Frequently Ask For Confidential Personal Information. Therefore, For Your Safety, Please Note ThatAll legitimate job postings with Markel will be posted on Markel Careers. No other URL should be trusted for job postings.All legitimate communications with Markel recruiters will come from Markel.com email addresses. We would also ask that you please report any job employment scams related to Markel to rarecruiting@markel.com.Markel is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of any protected characteristic. This includes race; color; sex; religion; creed; national origin or place of birth; ancestry; age; disability; affectional or sexual orientation; gender expression or identity; genetic information, sickle cell trait, or atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait; refusal to submit to genetic tests or make genetic test results available; medical condition; citizenship status; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, or family responsibilities; military or veteran status, including unfavorable discharge from military service; personal appearance, height, or weight; matriculation or political affiliation; expunged juvenile records; arrest and court records where prohibited by applicable law; status as a victim of domestic or sexual violence; public assistance status; order of protection status; status as a smoker or nonsmoker; membership or activity in local commissions; the use or nonuse of lawful products off employer premises during non-work hours; declining to attend meetings or participate in communications about religious or political matters; or any other classification protected by applicable law.  Should you require any accommodation through the application process, please send an e-mail to the rarecruiting@markel.com.No agencies please.