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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$170K - $185K *

Drive compliance by providing expert legal counsel on insurance regulations. Collaborate across departments to ensure adherence to state and federal laws while managing regulatory filings and fosterin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$106K - $138K *

Accelerate your career by transforming catastrophe modeling into actionable insights for clients. Collaborate with brokers and clients, leveraging your expertise to influence reinsurance decisions and...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Transform financial planning practices by mentoring advisors, leading cross-functional initiatives, and enhancing planning tools. Drive strategic projects and develop comprehensive plans for investors...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$195K - $351K *

Lead the charge in developing and managing competitive life, health, and annuity products. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize pricing strategies and ensure financial strength while building a h...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$195K - $351K *

Lead and optimize pricing strategies for life, health, and annuity products. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance market positioning and profitability while managing reinsurance initiatives and bu...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$240K - $360K *

Drive innovation in AI by leading the engineering function for enterprise agentic systems. Oversee technical direction, ensure operational excellence, and mentor a high-performing team to transform cl...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Advance the effectiveness of internal controls by executing a risk-based audit plan, supervising audit staff, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations while providing actionable insights to...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Empower your career by leading the design and delivery of technical claims training. Collaborate with Claims Leaders to enhance coverage analysis skills and ensure alignment with best practices across...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Lead the strategy and delivery of technical claims training, enhancing coverage analysis and professional development for Claims Professionals. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with b...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing and delivering comprehensive claims training programs, enhancing coverage analysis skills for File Handlers and Claims Leaders, while ensuring alignment with best practic...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Shape the future of claims training by leading the development and delivery of technical programs for Claims Professionals, enhancing their skills in coverage analysis, file management, and litigation...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Lead the strategy and delivery of technical claims training, enhancing coverage analysis skills for Claims Professionals. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with best practices and regu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Champion the development and delivery of technical claims training, enhancing coverage analysis and claims management skills across the organization. Collaborate with leaders to ensure alignment with...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Empower a high-performing finance team by leading operational accounting processes, enhancing internal controls, and driving continuous improvement in a dynamic environment. Foster talent development...

London, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in managing group business, enhancing processes, and fostering relationships to support growth and profitability in Personal Insurance. Collaborate across teams t...

Markham, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Empower financial success across a multi-state healthcare enterprise by overseeing operations, reporting, and analytics. Collaborate with leadership to identify financial opportunities, ensuring strat...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$157K - $197K *

Transform the claims landscape by leading teams to deliver timely, fair resolutions. Drive operational excellence and enhance customer experiences while overseeing multiple claims departments in a dyn...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming client service delivery by driving operational excellence, enhancing client relationships, and fostering high-performing teams to achieve strategic business goals and e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$124K - $193K *

Lead strategic financial planning and analysis to enhance corporate earnings models, drive forecasting, and deliver actionable insights for senior management, ensuring accuracy and collaboration acros...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K *

Empower your career by evaluating and managing insurance risks, collaborating with brokers, and driving profitability in a dynamic underwriting environment. Bring your expertise to a role that values...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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

$190K - $240K *

Lead the charge in shaping regulatory compliance strategies for financial institutions. Drive complex advisory projects, leveraging your expertise to enhance risk management and operational efficiency...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$190K - $240K *

Lead complex regulatory and compliance projects for financial institutions, driving risk management and operational excellence while building a new practice within a global consulting firm...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$190K - $240K *

Shape your career by leading complex regulatory and compliance projects in the capital markets sector. Collaborate with a team of experts to drive tangible benefits for financial institutions while bu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.