Modeler

Job Posting

This family will focus on complex data retrieval and manipulation, advanced predictive modeling, advanced dynamic financial modeling, and making decisions based on these analyses.

• Works with Corporate Technology Services, actuarial, underwriting, marketing, and other areas to understand data structures, determine data definitions, and evaluate the accuracy of data elements and metrics
• Works with project and business analysts to answer any questions for all projects they are involved with. They should also go to management as necessary to ensure that the projects are progressing as expected
• Writes simple data extraction software code, using the tools, standards, and platforms in use at the time
• Develops databases, spreadsheets, and reports for use within the department using the tools, standards, and platforms in use at the time
• Retrieves, scrubs, and manipulates data for use in predictive and/or dynamic financial modeling projects
• Uses the appropriate tools (GLM software or other techniques as appropriate) to build predictive and/or dynamic financial models for use in actuarial, using the tools, standards, and platforms in use at the time
• Uses actuarial and business judgment to implement decisions based on predictive and/or dynamic financial models
• Uses guidance as provided by Actuarial Standard of Practice 41 to assist in the creation of appropriate documentation for projects
• Reviews rate filings and other available information to do competitive analysis studies
• Reviews state regulatory requirements to determine the appropriateness of various modeling decisions
• Ensures the data they produce remains secure, respecting corporate privacy and security procedures

• A college degree in mathematics, statistics, economics, or a related field, or the equivalent, is preferred
• At least two years of actuarial or statistical analysis experience at Full Performance or better, demonstrating sufficient progress in understanding and applying basic principles. A master s degree or better in statistics or a related field may be substituted for experience
• Accumulation of at least 350 exam points as described in the actuarial career path

American National offers eligible employees and their families medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees also receive annually a bank of paid time off and paid holidays. We aspire to see people for what they bring to our corporate culture by supporting an inclusive work environment, including an emphasis on a healthy work-life balance, development opportunities, and a casual dress code.

American National is an established, stable, and successful multi-line insurance corporation that has provided financial strength and a sense of security to employees, customers and business partners since 1905. With focus on our organization’s values and cultural richness:
Financial Strength, Integrity, Respect, Service and Teamwork (FIRST) and Agility, Collaboration, and Engagement (ACE) we continue to pursue our vision to be a leading provider of financial products and services for current and future generations.