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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$88K - $184K *

Help us drive impactful client projects as an Associate Actuary, leveraging your analytical skills and expertise in R. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality work while mentoring junior staff...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$195K *

Champion service excellence by leading a high-performing team, optimizing workflows, and driving client satisfaction while aligning strategies with growth objectives and operational efficiency...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$76K - $115K *

Empower the Workers Comp Actuarial team by driving state rate change recommendations, enhancing filing processes, and collaborating with cross-functional partners to optimize product strategies and im...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Elevate the pricing strategy for Individual Life and Critical Illness portfolios by enhancing models, analyzing profitability, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver timely, quality actuarial...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$81K - $117K *

Elevate your career by ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with GAAP and statutory standards. Collaborate across business units, analyze key financial trends, and manage audit prepara...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$157K - $197K *

Shape strategic relationships and drive the execution of advice methodologies, collaborating with senior stakeholders to enhance financial planning solutions and align with regulatory standards, ensur...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $171K *

Support life insurance audits by performing actuarial analyses, developing models, and collaborating with teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance in a dynamic environment...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $193K *

Lead the design and oversight of complex actuarial models to enhance pricing and risk strategies in health care. Collaborate on bid submissions and mentor junior staff while analyzing trends to drive...

Minnetonka, MNRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $139K *

Engage with mid-large clients to analyze and optimize health benefit programs. Execute actuarial valuations, develop premium rates, and ensure compliance with regulations while providing strategic ins...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $139K *

Empower clients by analyzing health benefit programs, performing actuarial valuations, and advising on compliance. Collaborate with teams to develop innovative solutions and enhance client relationshi...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $139K *

Empower clients by delivering expert actuarial valuations and analyses for health benefit programs. Collaborate with teams to optimize plan designs and ensure compliance, while driving innovative solu...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $139K *

Champion innovative health benefit solutions for mid-large clients, leveraging actuarial expertise to analyze and optimize health programs, ensuring compliance and delivering high-quality client servi...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $177K *

Shape the future of P&C Programs by leveraging actuarial expertise to enhance pricing strategies, drive profitability, and ensure compliance while collaborating across teams and engaging with external...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $177K *

Optimize pricing strategies and portfolio management by leveraging actuarial expertise to enhance profitability and compliance across P&C programs, while collaborating with cross-functional teams and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $140K *

Collaborate with us to enhance Pension Outsourcing client delivery, managing a team while translating business needs into effective operational solutions and fostering strong client relationships to m...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $140K *

Champion system solutions by managing a team to deliver high-quality Pension Outsourcing services, translating client needs into effective strategies and fostering process improvements within a collab...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $140K *

Lead the delivery of Pension Outsourcing solutions by translating client needs into actionable system requirements while managing a team of analysts to ensure quality outcomes within project constrain...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $140K *

Partner with us to enhance Pension Outsourcing delivery by translating complex client needs into system solutions, managing teams, and ensuring high-quality project outcomes within budget and timeline...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $140K *

Analyze client needs and transform them into system requirements, ensuring high-quality delivery within budget and timelines. Lead a team of analysts, collaborate across functions, and drive process i...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $140K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative solutions for Pension Outsourcing, managing a skilled team while enhancing client relationships and operational efficiencies through technology-driven insights...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $140K *

Join us to lead the delivery of Pension Outsourcing solutions by translating client needs into effective system and operational strategies. Manage a team to ensure quality outcomes and continuous impr...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $140K *

Join our dynamic team to analyze business needs and lead a small group of analysts. You will transform complex requirements into effective solutions, ensuring client satisfaction through quality deliv...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $140K *

Join our team to empower clients by translating business needs into impactful system solutions. Lead a skilled team to enhance user experience, drive quality, and ensure timely delivery within budget...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $140K *

Unlock the potential of pension outsourcing by managing client delivery, overseeing analysis, and ensuring quality outcomes while guiding a team to meet business needs and project objectives with effi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$69K - $121K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on M&A and financial risk management. Collaborate on complex projects, leveraging your analytical skills to drive impactful solutions in the insuranc...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.