Director - Actuarial

Director - Actuarial

Job Locations

US-WI-West Bend

ID

2026-3639

Category

Actuarial

Full-Time

Remote/Hybrid

Hybrid

Company Overview

Recognized as a Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Top Workplace for 14 consecutive years, including three years of being honored as number one! Join us at West Bend, where we believe that our associates are our greatest asset. We hire talented individuals who are conscientious, dedicated, customer focused, and able to build lasting relationships. We create and maintain an environment where you feel a sense of belonging and appreciation. Your diversity of thought, experience, and knowledge are valued. We're committed to fostering a welcoming culture, offering you opportunities for meaningful work and professional growth. More than a workplace, we celebrate our successes and take pride in serving our communities.

Job Summary

Lead the actuarial department in developing and implementing pricing strategies, loss reserving methodologies, and risk management frameworks.

Work Location

This position offers both remote and hybrid work locations. Candidates who reside within 50 miles of an office location (West Bend, Madison, Appleton) will be offered a hybrid work schedule. Candidates who are fully remote (beyond 50 miles) may occasionally be asked to travel to an office location for in-person engagement activities such as team meetings, training and corporate events.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Please note: We are managing this recruitment process directly and are not accepting unsolicited resumes, candidate submissions, or outreach from staffing agencies, recruiting firms, or search consultants at this time.
Lead the strategy. Shape the future. Drive business performance.
At West Bend, we're looking for a

senior actuarial leader

to head our Commercial Pricing function - someone who can connect data, strategy, and talent to drive profitable growth. This role goes beyond technical excellence. You'll serve as a

trusted partner to the business , delivering forward-looking insights that influence decisions at the highest levels.
If you're energized by leading teams, shaping pricing strategy, and embedding advanced analytics into real business decisions, this is an opportunity to make a visible and lasting impact.
What You'll Do
Lead the

Commercial Pricing Team , setting strategy and priorities aligned to business goals

Act as a

key advisor to senior leadership , delivering insights that shape growth, profitability, and risk management
Own and evolve the

technical pricing framework , leveraging data and models to drive risk-based decisions
Oversee pricing for new and existing products - balancing competitiveness with strong financial performance
Guide reserving methodologies and ensure accurate, compliant

loss reserve practices
Partner closely with

Underwriting, Product, Claims, and Finance

to optimize portfolio performance
Drive innovation by integrating

advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and decision frameworks

into business processes
Lead financial forecasting, including

premium, loss, and reserve projections
Support regulatory and financial reporting, including

statutory filings and reserve opinions
Build a high-performing team -

mentoring, coaching, and developing actuarial talent

while fostering a culture of continuous learning
What You Bring
10+ years of actuarial experience , with

3-5+ years in a leadership role
Proven success leading actuarial teams and influencing cross-functional stakeholders
Deep expertise in

pricing, reserving, and risk management

within P&C insurance
Experience with

predictive modeling, data analytics, and modern actuarial tools

(SAS, Python, Databricks, SQL, Excel)
Strong business acumen with the ability to translate complex analysis into

clear, actionable insights
A forward-thinking mindset - able to deliver insights that not only explain results, but

shape strategy
Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with a collaborative, "enterprise-first" approach
Education & Credentials
Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field (Master's preferred)
Fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society (FCAS)

or equivalent
Why Join West Bend?
At West Bend, you'll be part of a company that values

integrity, innovation, and people-first leadership . You'll have a seat at the table-helping shape strategy, influence performance, and build a future-ready actuarial function.
Ready to lead, influence, and make a measurable impact? Apply today.
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Salary Statement

The salary range for this position is $200,000-$250,000.
The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity. Compensation decisions are made by West Bend and are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

Benefits

West Bend offers a comprehensive benefit plan including but not limited to:
Medical & Prescription Insurance
Health Savings Account
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short and Long Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life and Accidental Death & Disability
Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) Plan with Company Match
Pet Insurance
Paid Time Off. Standard first year PTO is 17 days, pro-rated based on month of hire. Enhanced PTO may be available for experienced candidates
Bonus eligible based on performance
West Bend will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for Colorado employees, in accordance with its plans and policies.

EEO

West Bend provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, and promotion.