Actuarial Director Jobs

Explore Actuarial Director opportunities on Ladders, the career site for vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Actuarial Directors lead teams that use mathematics, statistics, and business insight to assess uncertainty and guide high-impact decisions. Roles are available across insurance, financial services, consulting, and other industries where accurate risk analysis matters.

What Actuarial Directors Do

Actuarial Directors set analytical priorities, oversee actuarial models and assumptions, and translate complex findings into clear recommendations for senior leaders. Depending on the organization, they may lead work in pricing, reserving, forecasting, capital management, product development, or enterprise risk. They also help ensure that analyses meet regulatory requirements and reflect sound professional practices.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek extensive actuarial experience, strong quantitative and analytical skills, and a record of leading teams or major projects. Professional actuarial credentials, such as fellowship or associate designations, may be required or preferred depending on the role and employer. Communication, strategic thinking, stakeholder management, and expertise with data, modeling, or programming tools can also be important.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Actuarial Director titles and responsibilities vary by company, business line, and location. Some positions focus on a specific discipline, such as life, health, or property and casualty insurance, while others oversee broader actuarial functions. Ladders features vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover senior actuarial leadership opportunities.

Find Actuarial Director Jobs on Ladders

Search Actuarial Director openings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details. Review each listing for the employer’s specific requirements, location, and work arrangement, then apply to roles that fit your experience and career goals.

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$127K - $171K *

Engage with our Enterprise Risk Management team to enhance risk practices across business functions. As a trusted advisor, you'll lead initiatives, assess risks, and influence strategies to balance ri...

Des Moines, IARemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $170K *

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Lansing, MIRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$154K - $290K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $165K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $151K *

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$300K - $325K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Actuarial Director do?question toggle

    An Actuarial Director leads actuarial teams and oversees analyses that help organizations evaluate risk, set prices and reserves, forecast results, and make strategic or regulatory decisions.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Actuarial Director jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for substantial actuarial experience, leadership ability, strong quantitative skills, and relevant professional credentials. Some roles also require expertise in a specific insurance line, modeling platform, or regulatory area.

  • Where do Actuarial Directors work?question toggle

    Actuarial Directors work in sectors such as insurance, financial services, consulting, and other organizations that rely on risk measurement and quantitative analysis.

  • What areas may an Actuarial Director oversee?question toggle

    Responsibilities may include pricing, reserving, forecasting, capital management, product development, enterprise risk, or actuarial reporting, depending on the employer and role.

  • How can I find Actuarial Director jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Actuarial Director listings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Check each listing for its compensation range and qualifications.