Alison Langer
Pricing Analyst
Barkhamsted,CT
Summary
Detail-oriented insurance professional with demonstrated experience supporting compliance-driven operations through rigorous contract analysis, research, and quality-focused execution. Known for providing accurate, well-researched guidance on complex policy provisions, contractual requirements, and regulatory considerations while managing time-sensitive deliverables in a highly regulated environment. Brings strong analytical and organizational skills, a proactive service mindset, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners to ensure accurate product, contract, and operational outcomes aligned with client and regulatory expectations.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Pricing Analyst
Talcott Resolution Life Insurance
08.2021 - Current
- Perform and review complex defined benefit pension calculations for retirement, termination, and death events using plan documents and specialized calculation systems.
- Ensure accurate, consistent benefit quotes through detailed validation and quality review of contractual and administrative outputs.
- Provide technical guidance to clients, participants, and internal partners; prepare and deliver benefit quote packages.
- Execute time-sensitive deliverables with precision, including COLA calculations, monthly balancing for a $3M contract, and weekly death reporting.
- Reconcile participant and plan data with plan administrators to ensure compliance, data integrity, and operational accuracy.
Sr. Business Analyst - Non IT
Talcott Resolution Life Insurance
06.2018 - 08.2021
- Perform complex pension calculations, including present value and death benefit calculations completed outside core administration systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Apply strong mathematical skills to calculate rates, percentages, and benefit values, validating results and identifying discrepancies as needed.
- Utilize Microsoft Excel to support calculation review, reconciliation, tracking, and documentation of pension-related data.
- Ensure compliance with governing retirement plan regulations by applying working knowledge of ERISA, IRS, and Department of Labor (DOL) requirements.
- Exercise strong attention to detail and judgment when interpreting plan provisions and regulatory guidance impacting benefit calculations.
Sr. Business Analyst - Non-IT
The Hartford Life Insurance
04.2014 - 06.2018
- Manage annuitant expectations through clear, timely communication aligned with defined benefit quoting deliverables and business objectives.
- Partner with actuarial teams to support cohesive business analysis and defined benefit initiatives.
- Deliver standard and ad-hoc reporting to support actuarial needs, reconciliation, and leadership decision-making.
- Mentor coworkers on business analysis best practices, strengthening team capability.
Service Consultant
The Hartford Life Insurance
01.2004 - 05.2018
- Support compliance-driven insurance operations through contract analysis and regulatory research.
- Deliver clear, accurate guidance on complex policy provisions in highly regulated environments.
- Manage time-sensitive deliverables with precision while partnering cross-functionally to ensure compliant outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Keene State College
Keene, NHSkills
Skilled in Microsoft Office tools
Excel proficiency
Proficient in Microsoft Word
Personal accountability
Responsive to evolving challenges
Excellent Verbal and written communication
Team collaboration
Organizational skills
Attention to detail
Professionalism
Reliability
Constant improvement
Timeline
Pricing Analyst
Talcott Resolution Life Insurance
08.2021 - Current
Sr. Business Analyst - Non IT
Talcott Resolution Life Insurance
06.2018 - 08.2021
Sr. Business Analyst - Non-IT
The Hartford Life Insurance
04.2014 - 06.2018
Service Consultant
The Hartford Life Insurance
01.2004 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Keene State College