How does this role benefit the work of the organization and the profession?
This role supports the education and credential activities of the SOA, in particular the question writing and grading for the Individual Life and Annuities (ILA) FSA track exams.
Responsibilities & Duties
The SOA is looking for actuaries with experience in Individual Life and Annuities (ILA) or related areas to write questions for any of the following ILA exams:
- Life Pricing Exam
- Life Risk Management Exam
- Life Finance and Valuation Exam (both US and Canada versions)
Responsibilities and duties include:
- Participate in drafting and reviewing questions for examinations
- Participate in grading and/or sorting of written examinations
- Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the SOA Education Confidentiality Agreement
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Time Commitment
- 21 to 40 hours
- Approximately 20 hours per year plus additional travel time to meetings
Experience Required
- Must be FSA
- Experience with at least part of the ILA exam syllabus preferred
Opportunity Location
U.S. and Canada
Travel Required
Attend approximately two to four on-site meetings per year in North America.
SOA Training Required
Must attend one in-person Item Writer Training, held every February and August.