VP & Actuary, Valuation

We are seeking a Vice President, Life Valuation to lead a critical function responsible for financial reporting across a large life insurance block of business. This role will oversee reserve calculations, financial disclosures, and reporting processes, while serving as a key subject matter expert in life valuation.

This position is available on site at our Downtown Houston or League City, TX offices.

• Lead the life valuation function, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, including reserve calculations, financial disclosures, and statutory reporting
• Serve as a subject matter expert in life valuation, bringing deep technical knowledge to guide decision‑making and best practices
• Evaluate current valuation methodologies and processes, challenging the status quo and implementing improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
• Drive enhancements in analytics and reporting to provide more meaningful insights into the performance and risks of the block of business
• Oversee and monitor a large, established block of business, ensuring ongoing financial integrity and visibility
• Partner with finance, actuarial, and senior leadership to communicate results, insights, and strategic recommendations
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and direction to the valuation team, elevating overall capability and performance
• Establish and implement best practices across valuation processes, controls, and reporting standards
• Lead and support transformation initiatives, including modernization of tools, processes, and analytics

• A Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, statistics, economics, or a related field with a strong mathematical background is required.
• Six to eight years of experience.
• Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA) or Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA).

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 an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected categories.