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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$110K - $130K *

Oversee financial operations, ensuring compliance with GAAP and driving strategic decision-making through data analysis. Elevate revenue management and ensure regulatory adherence while supervising bi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$150K - $210K *

Champion strategic initiatives across functions to drive growth and alignment. Lead complex projects from planning to execution, ensuring executive priorities translate into actionable plans while fos...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $210K *

Join a team that's driving strategic initiatives and cross-functional projects to support long-term growth. Leverage your expertise in corporate planning and project management to translate executive...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Optimize tax strategies by preparing and reviewing complex individual and small-business tax returns. Leverage advanced tax knowledge to guide team members and ensure compliance while delivering excep...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$163K - $215K *

Unlock potential by leading our FP&A efforts, driving budgeting, forecasts, and financial insights to enhance performance. Collaborate with senior leadership and manage high-performing teams, ensuring...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic underwriting role focused on risk selection, agency management, and achieving profit goals. Collaborate with agencies to enhance business performance and drive market s...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Advance your career by supporting complex global insurance placements. Collaborate with teams to develop and implement risk strategies, ensuring optimal coverage and client satisfaction in a dynamic...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Empower our multinational client management team by advising on global risk strategies, structuring complex insurance programs, and enhancing client relationships. Drive effective solutions for divers...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing global risk strategies for clients. As a Global Specialist, you'll advise on complex international programs, ensuring effective communication and implementat...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Drive global risk strategies by managing complex international programs, advising clients on optimal coverage, and coordinating with brokerage teams to enhance service delivery and client satisfaction...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Analyze complex global insurance placements and advise clients on risk strategies. Collaborate with teams to implement tailored solutions, ensuring effective communication and management of multinatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Champion global risk strategies by advising clients on complex insurance placements, managing multinational programs, and ensuring optimal coverage through effective communication and data analysis...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Join a team that's redefining global risk management by advising clients on complex international insurance programs, ensuring optimal coverage and compliance while managing a diverse multinational cl...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$179K - $243K *

Champion strategic growth and profitability as you lead financial processes, drive outcomes, and develop high-performing teams in the Benefits & Protection segment, ensuring quality service and contin...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $154K *

Transform the life and annuity product landscape by leading a team of actuarial systems analysts. Drive innovation and operational excellence while ensuring seamless integration and management of poli...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $154K *

Join a team that's redefining life and annuity solutions by leading innovative product design and implementation. Drive operational excellence while mentoring a high-performing team in a fast-paced en...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $92K *

Unlock your potential as a key player in financial reporting, collaborating across teams to deliver insights and enhance processes. This role offers visibility with leadership and the chance to drive...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing insurance data standards and analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex business challenges while supporting customers in statistical...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $259K *

Innovate the future of underwriting by leading strategic initiatives, mentoring talent, and driving excellence in complex risk evaluation. Collaborate across departments to enhance profitability and m...

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4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$183K - $229K *

Drive operational excellence as a senior leader, overseeing market performance, managing physician and payer partnerships, and executing strategic plans to achieve financial and clinical targets in a...

Ohio, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of insurance finance. Lead diverse projects, develop talent, and drive business growth in a rapidly expanding practice. Your entrepreneurial spirit will help rede...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Transform financial insights into actionable strategies by analyzing expenses, supporting budgeting, and enhancing reporting processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive efficiency and accuracy i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $110K *

Shape the future of life product development by performing complex actuarial calculations, modeling, and compliance functions. Collaborate across teams to ensure accurate implementation and provide cr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $110K *

Shape the future of life product development by performing complex actuarial calculations, modeling, and compliance functions. Collaborate across teams to ensure accurate implementation and provide cr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$128K - $220K *

Lead the charge in driving successful integration initiatives across functions, translating business goals into strategic plans, managing risks, and fostering collaboration to achieve operational exce...

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  •   8 - 10 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.