About This Role
This Actuary role serves as a subject matter expert responsible for the design, administration, funding, and ongoing compliance of Defined Benefit and Cash Balance retirement plans. The position provides actuarial expertise to plan sponsors and internal teams, performs and reviews actuarial valuations, and ensures retirement plans are administered in accordance with IRS regulations, ERISA requirements, and applicable actuarial standards of practice. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with exceptional analytical, communication, and client service skills.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the design, implementation, administration, amendment, and termination of Defined Benefit and Cash Balance retirement plans
- Perform and review actuarial valuations, compliance testing, and funding calculations while ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance
- Maintain responsibility for a limited client portfolio while providing technical oversight and review of actuarial work completed by other team members
- Interpret retirement plan provisions and applicable regulations to provide accurate guidance to clients and internal stakeholders
- Communicate complex actuarial concepts and retirement plan information clearly to clients, advisors, and internal partners
- Review actuarial reports, funding recommendations, and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness
- Ensure compliance with company policies, professional standards, and applicable regulatory requirements
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, or a related field
- 5-10 years of actuarial experience supporting qualified retirement plans
- Advanced knowledge of Defined Benefit and Cash Balance retirement plan design, funding, and administration
- One or more of the following professional credentials is required: Enrolled Actuary (EA), Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA), Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA), Member of the American Academy of Actuaries (MAAA), Member of the Society of Enrolled Actuaries (MSEA), or Fellow of the Society of Enrolled Actuaries (FSEA)
- Thorough understanding of IRS regulations, ERISA requirements, Pension Protection Act provisions, and applicable actuarial standards of practice
- Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to perform and review actuarial valuations and funding calculations
- Excellent research skills with the ability to interpret regulatory guidance and apply complex technical concepts
- Ability to communicate highly technical information effectively to clients with varying levels of actuarial knowledge
- Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Must be authorized to work in the US
Benefits
- Remote-first work culture with in-office options
- Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, disability)
- 401(k) with company match + HSA with company contribution
- Generous PTO for parental leave, vacation, and holiday time
- Support for certifications, association dues, and professional development
- A collaborative and inclusive company culture: happy hours, social events, employee-led committees, and volunteer opportunities
Important Details
- Work format: remote-first with in-office options in VA, MD, OH, CA, MN
About the Company
Blue Ridge Associates is a leading professional services firm specializing in third-party administration of Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs) and retirement plans, including 401(k), 403(b), cash balance, pension, and other qualified retirement plans. Its client base spans the country, while its teams are located internationally across seven offices in the United States and two offices abroad, including Charlottesville, VA; Columbia, MD; Columbus, OH; Monrovia, CA; Riverside, CA; Maple Grove, MN; and Baxter, MN, as well as remote locations.
