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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$101K - $146K *

Lead the charge in managing complex casualty claims, ensuring timely evaluations and settlements while collaborating with stakeholders to uphold coverage standards and compliance. Drive efficiency in...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $115K *

Unlock potential by managing a diverse credit portfolio, conducting in-depth financial analysis, and presenting strategic recommendations to senior management while fostering relationships with financ...

Baltimore, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $196K *

Champion integrated workforce strategies that enhance talent planning, drive employee growth, and strengthen leadership pipelines. Collaborate across functions to translate insights into scalable proc...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$144K - $288K *

Lead the charge in shaping strategic actuarial solutions for a dynamic healthcare portfolio. Drive team performance and collaboration to deliver impactful pricing and projections while navigating comp...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$106K - $147K *

Analyze financial and economic data to support forecasting and business decisions. Develop and maintain analytical models while ensuring data integrity and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance m...

Kentucky, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K *

Lead the charge in enhancing and monitoring statistical/ML models to detect Fraud, Waste & Abuse in high-volume prescription transactions. Collaborate with teams to drive innovation and improve busine...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$82K - $153K *

Unlock potential by driving acquisition strategies and building relationships with agency owners. Collaborate with leadership to enhance deal pipelines and support growth initiatives through effective...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $115K *

Transform your career by leading financial strategy and operations for innovative service lines. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance profitability, oversee budgeting, and drive growth initiativ...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$231K - $334K *

Lead as a national technical resource in estate, gift, and trust matters, collaborating with teams to provide expert guidance, conduct research, and develop tailored solutions for clients while enhanc...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$175K - $326K *

Lead risk and analytics for Specialty Finance, shaping frameworks and strategies to enhance risk-adjusted performance. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effective risk management and product str...

Columbus, OHRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$127K - $216K *

Champion risk adjustment initiatives by leading enterprise-wide programs, ensuring compliance and accuracy in data reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and enhance...

Tennessee, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$154K - $204K *

Champion strategic financial planning and analysis, driving enterprise-wide initiatives and insights. Lead a high-performing team, enhance reporting capabilities, and support executive decision-making...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$58K - $125K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of finance and strategy, driving cost accounting excellence and profitability analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial reporting a...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Drive excellence by leading model audits and mentoring a dynamic team. Collaborate on complex financial models, ensuring accuracy and strategic growth, while enhancing methodologies to deliver top-not...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$73K - $136K *

Champion the financial reporting process for Institutional Retirement Solutions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP and statutory requirements. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance produc...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Deliver exceptional leadership as you guide a remote team of claims adjusters, ensuring operational excellence and high-quality customer service across Montana and Southern Idaho. Drive performance, m...

Montana, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $240K *

Shape the future of enterprise security by leading vulnerability management initiatives. Drive strategy, execution, and collaboration across teams to enhance risk reduction and improve security outcom...

Charlotte, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $250K *

Optimize logistics insurance strategies by leveraging your expertise in underwriting, product development, and business growth. Collaborate with brokers and clients to enhance market presence and deli...

Washington, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $200K *

Lead financial strategy and analysis, partnering with leadership to drive growth. Own dynamic financial models, budgeting, and forecasting while mentoring a high-performing finance team in a fast-pace...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $122K *

Unlock your potential as you lead financial planning, analytics, and strategic initiatives. Collaborate closely with executives to drive performance improvements and optimize resource allocation, fost...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$152K - $283K *

Accelerate analytics governance and operations by leading initiatives that enhance decision-making processes, streamline reporting, and modernize workflows across teams, ensuring effective collaborati...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $350K *

Unlock your potential as you structure and manage reinsurance programs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure effective risk transfer and operational excellence in a dynamic environment...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $124K *

Elevate compensation strategies by transforming complex data into actionable insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage compensation programs, analyze trends, and recommend solutions that ensur...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Drive compliance excellence by leading insurance operations, optimizing processes, and mitigating risks across a commercial loan servicing portfolio while ensuring adherence to regulatory and investor...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in strategic financial planning and analysis, driving enterprise-wide budgeting, forecasting, and performance insights to optimize business outcomes and support executive decision-maki...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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.