DW Simpson Fall Newsletter 2024
DW SIMPSON NEWS
The 2024 DW Simpson Salary Survey is here!
Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2024 Salary Survey! We obtained thousands of new data points, making this the most comprehensive salary survey in our history! You can find the updated surveys below:
For more info on the Salary Survey, visit our blog :
SPOTLIGHT ON AN ACTUARY
Meet Dorothy Andrews – An Actuary with a Non-Traditional Career Path
Dorothy Andrews is an inspiring actuary with a non-traditional career trajectory. You may know her from her many presentations at industry meetings or articles in industry publications covering a variety of topics, including: Media Psychology, Bias in Data and AI, Rate Models, Mitigating Bias, Predictive Analytics, and Bias in AI.
If you have had the pleasure of meeting her, you know she is extremely sharp, has a great sense of humor, an infectious laugh, and a wide variety of experience in the actuarial field. We are grateful that she took the time to answer our questions, which you can view here:
Market Trends and Insights
Remote work continues to be the preference for candidates seeking new opportunities. And new requirements for employees to return to the office on hybrid or full-time schedules are motivating many of these applicants. Companies are increasingly pushing back on remote options for new employees, resulting in less opportunity for fully remote roles. Companies looking to hire top talent for hybrid or in office roles are facing a challenging environment as candidates continue to push back on relocation.
For a more in-depth look at the market, click here to view our full report:
CHECK OUT OUR RECENT BLOGS FOCUSED ON MANAGEMENT TRAINING
- The Crucial Role of Managers in Driving Organizational Success – DW Simpson
- Effective Communication for Managers: Key Skills for Success – DW Simpson
- Navigating the Leap from Peer to Manager – DW Simpson
- Developing an Effective Leadership Style: Strategies for Success – DW Simpson
- The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Management – DW Simpson
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MEET OUR RECRUITERS
We hope you had an opportunity to meet our recruiters at the SOA ImpACT or CAS Annual Meetings in October and November!
Marianne Westphal and Jesus Perez had a great time catching up with everyone at SOA Impact in Maryland.
They also had a chance to connect with old and new friends at the SANA Happy Hour, sponsored by DW Simpson.
KC Cho and Mimi Fritz attended the CAS Annual Meeting in Phoenix, where they had an to opportunity to meet candidates and clients in the exhibit hall and at the receptions.
We are finalizing our meeting schedule for 2025 and look forward to meeting you in person at an upcoming event!
FEATURED JOBS
PROPERTY AND CASUALTY INSURANCE
P&C insurer looking for an ACAS or FCAS with 6+ years of experience to become their next Actuarial Director, Pricing – Programs and Entertainment. You will be responsible for improving pricing parameters, monitoring portfolio rate changes, and reviewing products. Knowledge of concepts relating to underwriting, products, reinsurance, claims, and finances preferred. Strong programming skills in Python, SQL, and/or VBA are also desired. (#56434)
As a Senior Actuary, you will utilize actuarial reserving methods to project losses, support analyses centered around identifying & mitigating enterprise-level risk factors and create dashboards using Tableau to provide insightful information to key stakeholders. A good fit for this role will be an FCAS with extensive experience using SQL and a comprehensive understanding of relational databases. Advanced knowledge of R and Python is preferred. (#56245)
LIFE INSURANCE
Life company in search of a Pe-ASA with at least 5 years of actuarial experience for a remote Actuarial Associate, Modeling role. This individual will be responsible for producing & owning cash flow projections, model governance, and maintaining compliance with PBR & CFT regulations. The ideal candidate would have a strong knowledge of MG-ALFA and a background in valuation & modeling. (#56333)
Seeking an ASA or FSA with 10+ years of experience for a Director, Actuarial Process Management position. This role drives the modernization & automation of the E2E process, develops data flow & process maps, and leads stakeholder meetings independently. Experience building data platforms, solid SQL & Python skills, and familiarity with data visualization tools required. (#56229)
HEALTH INSURANCE
As a Senior Actuarial Analyst, you will perform rate reviews & trend analysis, support the financial forecasting & pricing needs for Medicare Supplement Products, and work on projects that are focused on the Medicare Preferred population. The ideal candidate will be proficient in SQL, SAS, & Access and have passed at least 2 SOA exams. (#56342)
Do you have experience with Life and Supplemental Health products? In this Associate Valuation Actuary role, you will calculate annual statement statutory & tax reserves, update valuation assumptions, provide insights to senior management, and support the development of new actuaries. The ideal candidate will be an ASA or FSA with at least 5 years of experience, including 3 years of valuation experience in the life or health industry. (#56418)
If you would like to view a comprehensive list of our current jobs, click below:
CONTACT US/CONNECT WITH US!
Ready to take the next step in your actuarial career or looking to hire top talent? Contact us today!
- Email: info@dwsimpson.com
- Phone: 1-800-837-8338
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Career Resources and Guidance
Our team is committed to providing comprehensive career resources and guidance to help actuaries at all career stages thrive. Whether you’re a recent graduate exploring entry-level opportunities or a seasoned professional seeking a Chief Actuary role, DW Simpson is here to support your career journey. For more information, visit our website at Actuarial Recruiting Firm – DW Simpson