Chief Actuary, Director of Actuarial Models

This senior leadership role sits within a large, mission-driven insurance organization's Actuarial Department and is responsible for building and leading a newly formed actuarial modeling function. The Director of Actuarial Models will drive advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and AI-enabled solutions to support strategic business objectives while ensuring compliance with actuarial and regulatory standards.Responsibilities:Create, staff, and lead a new actuarial modeling team within the Actuarial Department.Develop solutions to complex strategic business challenges using advanced modeling techniques, including machine learning and AI-based models.Coordinate, consolidate, review, and enhance existing actuarial models, both traditional statistical and AI-driven.Provide leadership in team management, including setting priorities, goals, and professional development plans aligned with business objectives.Oversee day-to-day modeling activities, ensuring projects reach appropriate conclusions and results are clearly communicated to business partners.Ensure analytical models are implemented effectively with strong internal stakeholder alignment and adoption.Expand analytical tools, methodologies, and data sources, increasing the use of data science and AI techniques in alignment with organizational AI policies.Establish best practices and repeatable processes to ensure consistent, high-quality model delivery.Participate in internal reviews of AI-based models to ensure compliance with state and organizational AI governance policies.Perform all actuarial work in conformance with applicable Actuarial Standards of Practice.Qualifications:Education and CredentialsAssociate or Fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society (ACAS or FCAS).Bachelor's degree in actuarial science, mathematics, statistics, or a related field.ExperienceMinimum of ten (10) years of actuarial experience.At least two (2) years of experience obtained after achieving ACAS or FCAS designation.Prior responsibility for managing and/or directing the work of an actuarial team.Technical and Professional SkillsAdvanced knowledge of actuarial, statistical, and analytical modeling techniques.Hands-on experience with model development, predictive analytics, and AI-based approaches.Strong understanding of emerging statistical, data science, and AI trends and technologies.Experience working with large, complex datasets, including structured and unstructured data.Familiarity with external data vendors and alternative data sources.Ability to translate complex model outputs into actionable insights for business partners.Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.Self-starter with a strong commitment to best practices and continuous improvement.Collaborative leader with the ability to build strong partnerships across teams and senior leadership.Preferred QualificationsAdvanced degree in mathematics, statistics, data science, or an AI-related discipline.Membership in the American Academy of Actuaries (MAAA).Demonstrated strength in people leadership, team building, and organizational management.This is a full-time direct hire position offering a competitive salary range, which includes location and geographic pay, as well as a comprehensive benefits package.