Associate Actuary I

Join a growing actuarial modeling team responsible for validating and testing critical model enhancements that support valuation, cash flow testing, corporate planning, and assumption-setting functions. This role is ideal for an actuary who enjoys analytical problem-solving, model validation, and collaborating across multiple actuarial disciplines to ensure model accuracy and governance standards are met.

As a senior member of the testing team, you will play a key role in developing and enhancing testing protocols, supporting special projects, and evaluating model changes received from the development team. You will also serve as a technical mentor and trusted resource to junior analysts, helping elevate the team's modeling and testing capabilities.

Key responsibilities include designing and executing model testing strategies, supporting model governance initiatives, documenting results, and presenting findings to senior leadership. Strong communication skills are essential, as this role regularly interacts with stakeholders and provides guidance to developing actuaries on effective presentation and communication techniques.

This position is available onsite in Houston, TX. Relocation assistance is available.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree.

• Four to six years of experience.

• ASA designation and progress towards FSA designation

• Additional Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, statistics, economics, or a related field with a strong mathematical background is required.

• The ability to demonstrate sufficient progress in understanding and applying basic actuarial principles is required.

What Will Set You Apart

• Prior actuarial model testing experience strongly preferred
• Experience with Moody's AXIS preferred; experience with ALFA, MoSes, or PathWise also considered
• Programming experience with SQL, VBA, and/or VB.NET preferred
• Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder management skills

This position offers the opportunity to influence model governance practices, support high-impact actuarial initiatives such as VM-22 and other special projects, and help shape the development of a growing actuarial testing function.

Additional Information Job titles may span multiple career levels. Base pay is determined by a variety of factors, including training, transferable skills, relevant experience, business needs, and market conditions. Compensation is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

This job posting outlines the general nature and level of work for this role and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage candidates to apply even if their experience does not perfectly align with every qualification- you may be a strong fit for this role or other opportunities at American National.

American National offers a comprehensive benefits package supporting employees’ health, financial security, and well‑being, including multiple medical plan options, dental and vision coverage, basic life insurance, and health savings accounts. Employees are automatically enrolled in a company‑funded 401(k) plan, receive paid time off and holidays, and work in an inclusive, people‑first culture that values flexibility, work‑life balance, professional growth, and a casual dress environment.

American National is a financially strong and stable insurance organization with a legacy of trust and impact dating back to 1905. We’re committed to supporting our employees as they build meaningful careers while helping protect what matters most to our customers and communities. Guided by our core values- Financial Strength, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Teamwork (FIRST)- we foster a collaborative, people‑centered workplace where individuals are encouraged to grow, contribute, and make a difference today and for the future. Learn more about our company, by following us on social media: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram.

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