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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Transform revenue accounting for a dynamic consumer business by standardizing processes, automating workflows, and leading a high-performing team. Drive accuracy in reporting and contribute to strateg...
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Join a team that leads and develops licensed advisors to enhance member financial security through Health, Life, and Retirement solutions. Drive operational improvements and achieve acquisition goals...
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Executive Compensation Manager
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Lead the administration and enhancement of executive compensation programs, ensuring compliance and competitiveness. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence strategic decisions and manage...
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Executive Compensation Manager
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Champion executive compensation strategies by leading program execution, managing analyses, and collaborating with key stakeholders to ensure competitive and compliant compensation practices aligned w...
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Lead the charge in evaluating and pricing risk for self-funded health plans, ensuring profitability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver effective underwriting decisions and main...
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Advance underwriting excellence by evaluating and pricing risk for self-funded health plans. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure profitability and competitive positioning while mentoring...
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Shape the future of employer-sponsored health plans by evaluating and pricing risk for self-funded stop loss coverage. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure profitability while maintaining...
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Optimize claims processes by leading automation and technology initiatives, ensuring operational excellence and scalable growth. Foster a culture of innovation and high-quality service while collabora...
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Drive optimization and automation in claims processes, ensuring scalable growth and operational excellence through technology and innovation. Lead, mentor, and develop teams while collaborating across...
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Transform coverage litigation management by leading complex claims strategies, collaborating with internal and external partners, and driving effective resolutions in diverse casualty practice areas...
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Lead a team managing complex casualty claims, focusing on litigation and coverage issues. Oversee outside counsel, develop strategies, and ensure effective resolution in high-exposure cases. Collabora...
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Manage complex casualty claims and coverage litigation, ensuring effective strategies and oversight. Collaborate with outside counsel and navigate high-exposure issues while delivering exceptional ser...
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Transform the landscape of complex casualty claims management by leading coverage litigation and strategy development. Leverage your expertise to navigate high-stakes disputes and ensure effective res...
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Drive the management of complex casualty claims, ensuring effective litigation strategies and oversight of coverage disputes while collaborating with clients and external counsel to achieve optimal re...
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Drive complex coverage litigation and arbitration strategies while managing outside counsel and collaborating with internal partners. Leverage your expertise in casualty practice areas to navigate and...
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Unlock your potential by managing complex coverage litigation and arbitrations. Collaborate with internal and external partners to develop strategies and drive results in various casualty practice are...
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Oversee complex coverage litigation and arbitration, managing outside counsel and developing strategies. Collaborate with internal partners to address trends and provide expert guidance in casualty pr...
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Director, Claims Program Management, Occupational Risk, Remote
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Empower your career by leading the Occupational Risk Claims Program, driving strategy, governance, and performance across diverse specialty coverages while managing a high-performing team and collabor...
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Director, Claims Program Management, Occupational Risk, Remote
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Transform the Occupational Risk Claims Program through strategic leadership, ensuring operational excellence and compliance while fostering a high-performing team to drive program success...
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Regional Underwriting Specialist
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Innovate in risk management by analyzing complex property and casualty underwriting submissions. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to build strong relationships and manage a portfolio, ensuring ex...
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Executive Director of Transitions and Relationship Management
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Transform healthcare delivery by leading home care coordination and discharge planning initiatives. Collaborate with hospitals and community agencies to enhance patient outcomes, streamline processes...
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Analyze and optimize underwriting processes for Liability and Workers' Compensation, ensuring accurate policy management and risk assessment while supporting departmental projects and maintaining high...
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Provide support across Liability and Workers' Compensation departments, analyzing driver histories and managing policy quality control. Collaborate with team members to ensure accurate underwriting an...
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Take ownership of the treasury function, leading cash management, banking relationships, and investment oversight. Drive process improvements and ensure compliance while partnering with finance leader...
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Director Financial Services Programs 1, SG-31 - Insurance Data
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Optimize data governance initiatives within the Insurance Division, enhancing reporting processes and automating tasks. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effective data management and support en...
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What does an Actuarial Director do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.