US Actuarial Director

About the job

🚕 Are you keen to work somewhere that's stimulating and friendly, with loads of opportunities for growth and plenty of freedom to make a real impact? This could be the place for you!

We are looking for a US Actuarial Director to join us at INSHUR! We're based in New York City 🗽, Westlake, CA ⛰️ and Dallas, TX ⭐ and our company embraces a hybrid working model, allowing you to thrive in both collaborative office settings and the comfort of your own home 🏠. You'll have the opportunity to work remotely while also connecting with your colleagues at our New York or Westlake office at least 2 days a week fostering a dynamic and supportive environment.

Supported by (and reporting to) the Business Director, you'll be joining a growing global insurance team who believe in delivering highly innovative, data-led, sustainable insurance products by challenging everything they know about insurance.

What you'll do

The US Actuarial Director will lead a team of actuaries to develop and maintain pricing models, ensuring regulatory compliance and profitability. They will analyze data, collaborate with various teams, and communicate effectively with stakeholders, while staying abreast of industry trends and emerging risks. Additionally, the Director will oversee reserving and loss ratio analysis, particularly for commercial auto lines.

You'll be working on:

🎯 We don't have a definite checklist of skills - our hiring process is much more about aptitude and passion than ticking boxes. So don't worry if you haven't used a particular tool or checked off all the listed skills and experience.

You'll love it here if you:

💡 Thrive navigating ambiguity and finding clarity in uncertain situations.

👏 Take pride in being accountable and owning your responsibilities.

🚀 Enjoy in a fast-paced environment where change happens quickly.

🔧 Are solutions-focused and driven to overcome challenges.

💪 Embrace resilience and adapt to setbacks with a positive attitude.

You may not enjoy working here if:

⏳ Prefer a more structured, slow-moving environment.

📝 Feel most comfortable when tasks and processes are clearly defined from the start.

🤔 Struggle with handling multiple challenges at once or adapting to frequent changes.

What to expect from the process:

Screen & Intro:First Interview: 60-minute video call with the Business Director and People Ops Partner, including technical questions, team fit and an opportunity for you to ask questions.

Case Study:

A brief take-home task followed by a 45-60 minute in-person interview with the Business Director and UK Head of Pricing to review the case study and technical fit.

Final Interview:

What we offerOur budget for this role is $200,000-250,000 and we will take into account any previous experience and location of work when agreeing on the final offer.

🌴 25 days of holiday (+5 days after 5 years), 5 sick days and 8 federal holidays

🩺 Medical, dental and vision health insurance plans

🛡️ Life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits

🍼 13 weeks fully paid parental leave for all new parents, regardless of your gender

💵 401(k) with 4% company match

🚉 Commuter Benefits

🕐 Flexible working hours to fit your lifestyle

📚 $650 annual training allowance & learning opportunities

🧘‍♀️ $50 monthly wellbeing and home setup allowance

About Us

🚕 INSHUR is the fastest-growing global provider of insurance for the on-demand economy, making coverage fair and accessible for drivers.

💡Cutting edge technology & deep insurance know-how underpins our revolutionary offering for on-demand drivers, keeping premiums affordable and delivering results for partners. With a focus on embedded insurance solutions, and complementary technology integrations for digital platform providers such as Uber, Amazon, Bolt, FREENOW and OLA, we've been helping drivers stay on the road since 2016 through our data, technology and in-house insurance expertise.

🤝 Generosity, inclusivity, open-mindedness, and diversity

🏆 Delivering great results and learning in the open

🎯 Freedom to make long-term, high-impact decisions

Equal opportunities

🌈 At INSHUR, we believe that having a diverse team where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work is key to our success. We're passionate about creating equal opportunities and making the tech industry a better place for all and we don't discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, marital status, disability, or age.

🌍 As of July 2024, our team consists of 43% women, 26% from BAME or BIPOC backgrounds, and 13% LGBTQ+ 🌈. We proudly represent 30+ nationalities and span multiple generations, including Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z. We're proud to have been recognised for Diversity and Inclusion by the British Insurance Awards 🏆.

🏢 We recognise that early-stage companies often hire people similar to the existing team—something we've worked hard to overcome. We follow a structured hiring process and ensure our interview teams are trained to foster inclusivity and equity.

⏰ While this position is advertised as full-time, we're flexible on specific arrangements and happy to discuss options like part-time, job-sharing, or other flexible work setups for the right candidate.

🛠️ If you need any adjustments during the interview process, please let us know, and we'll do our best to accommodate your needs.