Actuarial Technician, Illustrations

Job Summary

This position is responsible for providing expert product advice/support in the process of executing new products or any enhancements to existing products. This position is also responsible for maintaining a thorough understanding of life and annuity products, business platforms, and providing ongoing support of retail projects and initiatives. Responsibilities are inclusive of product training, development of product supporting checking tools and administrative system verification to ensure product integrity is achieved.

This position will be part of the Retail Operations Distribution Implementation Team.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Under minimal supervision utilize product configuration tools to setup new products and make changes to existing products
• Develop testing plans utilizing internal documentation such as product specs and specimen contracts to assure all relevant features are validated
• Complete testing of the product and product features on illustration platforms and sales tools
• Assist with the crafting of UI and Output BRDs
• Under supervision assist in development of illustration software spec and BRD documentation
• Under supervision assist in development of checking tools & calculators used to support product/riders
• As workload permits – assist in validation in other areas (i.e. administration system, policy page print)
• May periodically lead development on smaller projects

Experience and Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required – Preferred in Mathematics, Actuarial Science or related technical field
• Life insurance and annuity product knowledge is preferred with preference for Indexed UL and Fixed Indexed Annuity experience
• Strong technical, analytical, organizational, computer, and team skills.
• Experience in the financial services industry

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to perform in a fast-paced production environment with moderate direction while addressing multiple projects and responsibilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)
• Proficient with spreadsheet applications and working knowledge of Visual Basic or related applications.
• Must be extremely detail oriented, analytical and be able handle multiple projects
• Ability to proactively communicate and work with all groups in the organization
• Team player with demonstrated ability to proactively identify issues
• Team player with demonstrated ability to proactively identify issues and to influence key project decisions to achieve desired outcomes
• Self-starter who demonstrates strong initiative and is able to operate efficiently in unpredictable and challenging project environments
• Ability to interact with personnel at all levels of the organization in both technical and business areas successfully
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and presentation skills

Other Requirements

• Perform other functions, duties and projects as assigned
• Regular and punctual attendance
• Occasional travel may be required (less than 10%)
• Typical professional office environment with periods of extended sitting required

Additional Information

Work Environments

F&G believes in an employee-centric flexible environment, which is why we offer the ability for in-office, hybrid and remote work arrangements. During the hiring process, you'll work with your leader to decide what works best for your role.

F&G complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for F&G. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected].

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About F&G

Since 1959, Fidelity & Guaranty Life Insurance Company (F&G) has offered annuity and life insurance products to those who are seeking security in retirement and protection during life’s unexpected events.

As a national Top Workplace1, an Iowa Top Workplace2 and a proud equal opportunity employer, F&G team members are empowered, collaborative, dynamic and authentic. We believe that by embracing these values, we will continue to build and strengthen the company while continuing to be a great place to work.

1Top Workplaces USA 2022 – 2023

2Des Moines Register Top Workplaces 2018 – 2022

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