Business Analyst

About the Opportunity

We have multiple exciting opportunities available on our Pricing, Indications, and Reserving teams. As a dedicated Actuarial Analyst I, you will be a near-credentialed analyst responsible for independently applying complex technical and actuarial methodologies as well as requiring expert knowledge in one actuarial practice area (pricing, reserving, modeling, catastrophe risk, claims analytics, product management, etc.) to complete unstructured projects. This role is remote eligible in the continental U.S. with occasional business travel. However, individuals residing within a 60-mile radius of a USAA office will be expected to work on-site four days per week.

What you'll do

• Independently apply complex technical and actuarial methodologies, as well as proficient actuarial knowledge, to complete unstructured projects
• Select and ensure quality of data used to perform trend analysis supports rate level indications; translate business problem into technical requirements; run catastrophe models and interpret and communicate results to support business activities while executing and enhancing a strong control environment with guidance from an experienced catastrophe modeler
• Utilize actuarial, mathematical, or statistical techniques to augment actuarial work product
• Create and deliver training to teammates on mechanics of actuarial tools and processes
• Apply understanding of products supported, stakeholders' needs, and industry trends to solve unstructured business problems
• Identify compliance gaps and process improvements and recommends develops solutions
• Lead unit initiatives and participate in cross-functional efforts as a technical subject matter expert
• Effectively communicate insights and solutions to all audiences, including executive leadership
• Synthesize complex and conflicting information into a clear and influential value proposition
• Ensure risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures

What you have

• Bachelor's degree; OR 4 years of related Actuarial/business/analytical experience (in addition to the minimum years of experience required) may be substituted in lieu of degree
• 4 years of Actuarial or analytical business experience
• No more than 2 Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS) exams away from Associate of the Casualty Actuarial Society (ACAS) Credential and All Validation of Education Experience (VEEs) completed
• Demonstrated competency with relevant actuarial, mathematical, and statistical techniques and approaches used to support fact-based decision-making
• Intermediate knowledge of data analysis tools, data visualization, developing analysis queries and procedures in Python, R, SQL, SAS, BI tools or other analysis software, and relevant industry data & methods and ability to connect external insights to business problems
• Experience communicating complex solutions and analysis to both technical and nontechnical audiences

What sets you apart

• US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner

Compensation

The salary range for this position is: $103,450 - $197,730. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location. Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.

Benefits

At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.