Actuarial Pricing Lead - Commercial Property

We are seeking an Actuarial Pricing Leader to lead the actuarial pricing function for a newly expanding Commercial Property business, build the infrastructure required for long-term success, and help shape the future direction of the product. This is a highly visible opportunity for an actuarial leader who enjoys building in a dynamic environment, establishing frameworks and processes, and partnering closely with underwriting, product, and claims teams to drive profitable growth.

**Please note the position will be filled at a level (AVP or VP) appropriate to the candidate's experience and qualifications.

AVP Level:

• Lead pricing analyses, portfolio monitoring, and profitability assessments to support the commercial property business.
• Develop pricing recommendations and partner closely with underwriting, product, finance, and claims teams to drive informed business decisions.
• Implement and enhance pricing frameworks, governance processes, reporting capabilities, and analytical tools.
• Evaluate portfolio performance and identify opportunities to improve profitability, growth, and risk selection.
• Manage projects and priorities independently while mentoring and developing actuarial talent.
• Influence business decisions through data-driven insights, technical expertise, and effective stakeholder collaboration.

VP Level:

• Establish the pricing strategy, governance framework, and long-term vision for the commercial property portfolio.
• Own portfolio pricing performance and accountability for profitability, growth, rate adequacy, and strategic business outcomes.
• Lead, develop, and scale the actuarial pricing function, including organizational design, talent development, and succession planning.
• Partner with executive leadership to shape business strategy, risk appetite, portfolio management, and growth initiatives.
• Define pricing standards, decision-making frameworks, and analytical capabilities that support consistent, disciplined execution across the portfolio.
• Influence enterprise-level decisions and drive organizational capabilities in support of a growing and evolving business.

The successful candidate will:

• Bring deep commercial property pricing expertise.
• Be comfortable operating in an evolving environment with limited established processes.
• Enjoy building new capabilities and influencing business strategy.
• Balance analytical rigor with practical business decision-making.
• Be energized by helping grow a new commercial property franchise.

AVP Level:

• ACAS or FCAS required 
• 7-10 years of actuarial experience, including significant commercial property pricing expertise

VP Level:

• ACAS or FCAS required; FCAS strongly preferred
• 10-15+ years of actuarial experience and a demonstrated track record leading commercial property pricing and portfolio management strategies

General Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in actuarial science, mathematics, statistics, or another field with a rigorous mathematics background.
• Results-oriented with the ability to multi-task and adjust priorities when necessary.
• Experience managing a team of direct reports
• Significant commercial property pricing experience, including individual risk, portfolio management, or product pricing responsibilities.
• Experience supporting a new product launch, entering a new market segment, or building pricing processes from the ground up strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to influence business partners and senior leadership on strategic decisions.
• Experience working closely with underwriting and product leaders in a fast-paced commercial insurance environment.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship

Salary Range:

In addition to base salary, this role will be eligible for a short-term incentive plan (performance-based bonus), subject to individual and company performance. 

The annual base salary range posted represents a broad range of salaries around the U.S. and is subject to many factors including but not limited to credentials, education, experience, geographic location, job responsibilities, performance, skills and/or training.

This role may be based out of any of our office locations, including:

New York City Metropolitan Area, Greater Philadelphia Area, Greater Phoenix Area

The successful candidate is expected to work in one of our offices 3 days per week and also be available for travel as required

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