[Remote] Senior Analyst, Annuity Product Development

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management and insurance solutions. The Senior Analyst, Annuity Product Development will be a key part of the Individual Market Team, responsible for developing and pricing new annuity products to achieve competitive advantage and support sales growth.ResponsibilitiesPerform timely research, development, and robust product pricing of new solutionsUse MG-ALFA or other modeling actuarial projection software to develop disciplined, robust pricing models and risks analysis for new product design ideas and modifications to current productsEffectively balance competitive and pricing objectives to achieve overall company objectivesImplement best practices in pricing methods, automation, organization, and documentation to improve overall efficiency and quality of product development effortsCollaborate with the Product Implementation team during the implementation of new productsCollaborate with the Pricing team to set rates on new products and effectively incorporate new products into the product management processesSupport product development needs related to state & prospectus filing, admin system testing, operations, marketing, and sales illustrationCommunicate with peers in product, risk management, investments, marketing, legal & operationsSupport product approval by ensuring product risks are mitigated and documentedDevelop and maintain industry knowledge including economic, regulatory, and competitive environments to support development of new productsSkillsBachelor's degree (or higher) in Actuarial Science and two years of experience in the annuity/life insurance industry is preferred, product development experience a plusSuccessfully completed 2+ actuarial exams, Actuarial Mathematics exam(s) strongly preferredPrior experience with actuarial software considered a plusPrior annuity product development experience considered a plusOwnership - Takes personal accountability for the execution of their goals and objectives. Strong organization and delivery of resultsInnovative - Able to participate in the generation of new and unique ideas. Forward thinking and tenacious. Flexible in navigating changing business environmentsAnalytical Skills - Possess strong analytical skills necessary to price products, ability to trouble-shoot and work to find solutions independentlyCommunication - Able to communicate effectively – verbal, written and listeningTeamwork - Has positive attitude necessary to be part of a strong performing team. Strong interpersonal skills for relationship building and engagementMust be able to travel occasionally to other offices (i.e. Des Moines, Hartford, New York, Wayne (PA))Company OverviewKKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. It was founded in 1976, and is headquartered in Hudson, New York, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.kkr.com.