Principal Actuary - Corporate Development - Ares Insurance Solutions

Principal Actuary – Corporate Development – Ares Insurance Solutions

Undergraduate and / or advanced degrees
FSA designation or career ASA, or equivalent, preferred
10-20 years of actuarial experience
Insurance product knowledge required; annuities products preferred, life insurance product knowledge helpful
Self-starter with intellectual curiosity and the ability to seek a path forward without perfect information
Excellent communication skills to articulate complex actuarial concepts to diverse stakeholders
Understanding of accounting, regulatory, risk management, and strategic frameworks under which insurers operate is highly desirable
Experience with reinsurance structuring and knowledge of different forms of reinsurance is a plus
Strong problem-solving abilities and experience in understanding and solving complex issues
High level of integrity, enabling the candidate to become a trusted partner to clients and peers
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, making informed decisions under pressure

Collaborate with team members to assess, price & structure M&A and reinsurance transactions (block & flow) to help the Aspida Re platform grow inorganically
Analyze due diligence materials, including actuarial appraisals, CIM, policy forms, CFT memos, and insurance liability cashflows
Utilize insurance knowledge (US NAIC, Bermuda BMA, Cayman), accounting (GAAP and Statutory), and liability expertise
Develop transaction or investment committee memos documenting targets, assets, liabilities, diligence findings, and pricing results for senior management, investors, and the Board of Directors
Clearly communicate business and mathematical concepts embedded in quantitative models and provide thorough model documentation
Maintain strong relationships with Ares insurance and investment professionals, as well as insurance professionals within Aspida
Take external and internal meetings, effectively communicating results and methodologies

Direct M&A and reinsurance experience, either sell-side or buy-side, preferred
Mentor and provide guidance to the actuarial team, supporting their professional development and technical expertise