Assistant Vice President, Protection Pricing at Pacific Life

Aliso Viejo, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Reinsurance, InsuranceIndustries

Requirements

  • Minimum of 10 years’ experience in life (re)insurance pricing, with a strong background in North American Protection markets
  • Demonstrated expertise in actuarial pricing techniques, financial modelling, and risk assessment
  • Detailed knowledge of Long-Term Care modelling and assumptions highly desirable
  • Working knowledge of capital and accounting bases relevant to pricing decisions
  • Strong analytical mindset with proven experience in leveraging data sources for enhanced pricing accuracy
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of influencing and engaging across all levels
  • Leadership experience, including mentoring and developing pricing professionals within a team setting
  • Ability to navigate complex negotiations

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and execution of pricing models, ensuring technical rigor and commercial viability
  • Oversee the timely and accurate delivery of pricing terms for both new and in-force business, maintaining high standards in experience analyses and pricing papers
  • Ensure compliance with established pricing frameworks, risk management policies, and documentation standards
  • Support the VP in shaping the North American protection pricing strategy by providing analytical insights and actionable recommendations
  • Maintain a deep understanding of client requirements, regulatory developments, and market trends to inform pricing decisions
  • Assist in refining pricing bases and methodologies, leveraging superior data sources to enhance pricing precision
  • Work closely with key functions within the Protection Line of Business, including Client Solutions, Claims & Underwriting, and R&D, to ensure pricing alignment with business goals
  • Serve as a conduit for effective communication between Pricing and operational teams such as Finance, Corporate Actuarial, and Operations, ensuring seamless workflow integration
  • Support the VP and broader leadership team in client engagement, contributing technical expertise in client discussions, published research, and industry presentations
  • Lead and mentor junior pricing professionals, fostering a strong pipeline of future talent
  • Champion a collaborative and innovative culture within the Pricing Team, driving engagement, motivation, and professional development
  • Assist in performance evaluations and succession planning within the Pricing function

Skills

Pricing Models
Experience Analyses
Risk Assessment
Financial Modelling
Pricing Pipeline Management
Actuarial Pricing
Data Analysis
Stakeholder Collaboration
Reinsurance Pricing

Pacific Life

About Pacific Life

Newport Beach, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1868Year Founded
$189.4MTotal Funding
N/ACompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Vacation
Paid Parental Leave
Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match

Risks

Increased competition in annuities market from companies like Prudential and MetLife.
Potential financial exposure from significant real estate investments.
Integration challenges with Selerix could affect customer satisfaction.

Differentiation

Pacific Life partners with T. Rowe Price for innovative Lifetime Income solutions.
Recognized as a top community-minded company, enhancing brand reputation and trust.
Real-time integration with Selerix improves benefits administration accuracy and efficiency.

Upsides

Lifetime Income solution attracts clients seeking secure retirement options.
Enhanced annuity products offer flexibility and growth, increasing product attractiveness.
Strong real estate financing position opens more sector opportunities.

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