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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$150K - $180K *

Drive impactful HR strategies in a dynamic global environment, collaborating with senior leaders to align people initiatives with business goals. Contribute to a newly forming team focused on growth a...

Cambridge, MARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $121K *

Help us drive impactful reserving strategies by leveraging actuarial expertise and analytical skills. Collaborate with management and partners to execute projects that enhance business goals through e...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $220K *

Lead the charge in driving growth for our Guidewire InsuranceNow practice by developing strategic relationships, generating new business opportunities, and executing revenue strategies across the US i...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $121K *

Join a team that's dedicated to promoting compliance while leading project initiatives. Collaborate across departments as a functional expert to establish policies and monitor compliance with regulato...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of healthcare technology by leading product management efforts. Drive innovation and strategy while mentoring a team to enhance software solutions that improve patient outcomes and op...

Georgia, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $142K *

Lead advanced accounting functions, ensuring compliance with GAAP and SAP. Prepare complex financial reports and analyses while collaborating with auditors. Drive financial accuracy and support manage...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $130K *

Champion the property accounting function by leading a remote team, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and enhancing processes across a diverse portfolio. Collaborate closely with operations to dr...

Roanoke, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $130K *

Champion the property accounting function by leading a remote team, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and enhancing processes across a diverse portfolio. Collaborate closely with operations to dr...

Knoxville, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $130K *

Manage our property accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting and controls while leading a team. Collaborate closely with operations to enhance processes and maintain compliance acros...

Greensboro, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in expanding business through independent agencies in your territory. Build relationships, drive adoption of quoting tools, and achieve production targets while providing valuable insi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $170K *

Elevate enterprise sales by leading full-cycle engagements with large insurance carriers, leveraging consultative selling and technical fluency to drive value through innovative solutions and strategi...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Lead client engagements by leveraging tax expertise to drive revenue growth, manage complex planning discussions, and enhance client relationships while ensuring strategic alignment across teams for o...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K *

Lead the charge in building and scaling AI Data Operations, transforming emerging opportunities into commercially viable solutions. Drive strategy, partnerships, and operational excellence to support...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $150K *

Lead the operations of a Special Investigations Unit, managing a team of investigators to enhance fraud detection and prevention. Drive compliance, collaborate with stakeholders, and shape strategies...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$298K *

Drive strategic financial planning and forecasting for global subscription services. Collaborate with leaders to enhance decision-making, improve processes, and mentor junior staff, ensuring alignment...

San Mateo, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to financial excellence, supporting project teams in clinical trials. You'll analyze budgets, manage general ledger functions, and ensure accurate financial reporting whil...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Develop and execute comprehensive tax strategies to optimize cash flow, ensure compliance, and support acquisition-driven growth. Lead a high-performing tax organization while advising executive leade...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $151K *

Elevate your career by representing the organization in claims-related legal matters. Provide expert legal counsel, manage litigation costs, and develop effective strategies to ensure compliance and e...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing month-end and year-end closes, ensuring accurate financial reporting across multiple entities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and enhance...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Transform OEM partnerships by driving strategic growth and innovative solutions. Leverage market insights and relationship-building skills to negotiate impactful deals and collaborate with senior lead...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $200K *

Drive transformative initiatives that enhance business growth and efficiency. Collaborate with senior leaders to identify high-impact opportunities, orchestrate cross-functional teams, and implement i...

RemoteRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$182K - $247K *

Drive innovative clinical operations to enhance member care and outcomes. Collaborate across teams to implement strategies, optimize processes, and scale programs, ensuring seamless coordination and e...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform talent acquisition by leading strategic initiatives that foster growth. Develop and optimize recruitment processes while creating a culture of inclusion and innovation to attract top talent...

Atlanta, GARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $153K *

Drive revenue growth and strategic partnerships in Property & Casualty insurance. Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, leveraging industry expertise to enhance underwriting performance and risk mana...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $165K *

Champion compliance excellence by guiding employee benefit consultants on laws affecting health and welfare plans. Collaborate with teams to ensure adherence to regulations while providing clear commu...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.