Explore Assistant Actuary Jobs

Assistant actuaries help organizations understand and manage financial risk. They analyze data, build and validate models, and contribute to pricing, forecasting, reserving, and reporting. Explore Assistant Actuary opportunities on Ladders, where job seekers can find vetted professional roles that pay $100,000 or more.

What Does an Assistant Actuary Do?

Responsibilities vary by employer and specialty. Assistant actuaries may assess insurance claims and liabilities, support product pricing, forecast financial outcomes, monitor risk exposure, and prepare analysis for business leaders and regulators. The role often involves working with large datasets and explaining complex findings clearly.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills, along with proficiency in spreadsheets, statistical techniques, and programming or actuarial software. A degree in actuarial science, mathematics, statistics, economics, or a related field is often preferred. Progress toward professional actuarial credentials can be an important qualification; specific exam and experience requirements depend on the position and employer.

Where Assistant Actuaries Work

Assistant actuaries work across life, health, property and casualty insurance, reinsurance, consulting, and financial services. Teams may focus on pricing, reserving, valuations, employee benefits, enterprise risk, or predictive analytics. The right opportunity depends on your expertise, credential progress, and preferred industry.

Find Your Next Assistant Actuary Role

Use Ladders to explore vetted Assistant Actuary job openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then tailor your application to highlight relevant analytical work, industry knowledge, and exam progress.

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$106K - $177K *

Elevate your career by leveraging data to drive actuarial insights and product development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance pricing strategies and improve processes, while utilizing...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform quality assurance processes by leveraging your expertise in Agile testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions, ensuring effective testing and...

Livonia, MIRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Advance progress at construction firms by leading assurance engagements, overseeing teams, and ensuring compliance. Leverage 8+ years of public accounting expertise to deliver high-quality financial r...

Hunt Valley, MDRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$171K - $265K *

Empower our data and actuarial technology strategy, leading modernization and operational excellence. Drive innovation and collaboration across teams to enhance data-driven decision-making and ensure...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$171K - $265K *

Elevate your career by leading the strategy and modernization of data and actuarial technology. Drive operational performance and deliver impactful solutions that enhance data-driven decision-making a...

Richmond, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Underwriter, Excess Casualty, driving growth and profitability through strategic risk assessment and relationship management while overseeing a diverse portfolio and co...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing complex client relationships and delivering tailored risk management solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive innovative insurance programs and ensure exceptiona...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing complex client relationships, delivering tailored risk management solutions, and driving strategic initiatives within a dynamic, collaborative team environment. Engage with...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Partner with us to enhance client financial strategies by building and amending comprehensive financial plans. Collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver exceptional service and support clients in a...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$128K - $156K *

Lead a dynamic team of analysts in driving data-driven pricing strategies. Collaborate across functions to enhance portfolio performance and profitability while developing your leadership skills in a...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$128K - $156K *

Lead the charge in developing a high-performing actuarial team, driving data-driven pricing strategies and fostering collaboration across departments to enhance portfolio performance and profitability...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$61K - $102K *

Elevate your career by leading assurance and advisory engagements, applying data analytics to enhance audit insights, and mentoring junior staff while collaborating across business areas to identify r...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $159K *

Lead and develop a high-performing underwriting support team, driving goal achievement and operational compliance while leveraging AI technologies to enhance productivity and collaboration across the...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing investment operations through data governance and operational excellence. Lead initiatives that ensure data accuracy and support cross-functional collaboratio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$220K - $240K *

Lead the development of client data strategies and actuarial studies, ensuring accurate financial projections and effective communication with clients. Collaborate with teams to optimize health benefi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as you leverage your expertise in Commercial Property and Casualty Insurance to enhance client relationships, drive strategic initiatives, and deliver exceptional service while max...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Join us to enhance client relationships and deliver exceptional service in Commercial Property and Casualty Insurance. Collaborate with teams to strategize, retain business, and drive profitability wh...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing client relationships and delivering exceptional service in Commercial Property and Casualty Insurance. You'll play a pivotal role in strategy development, cli...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance client relationships and drive strategic insurance solutions. Leverage your expertise in Commercial Property and Casualty Insurance to deliver exceptional service and su...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Join us to enhance client relationships and drive exceptional service in Commercial Property and Casualty Insurance. You'll support strategic planning, manage client engagements, and collaborate with...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing client relationships and delivering exceptional service in Commercial Property and Casualty Insurance. Drive strategic planning and support client retention w...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Elevate client engagement by managing relationships and delivering tailored insurance solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure exceptional service and retention, while driving strategic in...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Elevate client engagement by leveraging your expertise in Commercial Property and Casualty Insurance. Drive strategic planning, enhance client relationships, and ensure exceptional service delivery wh...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Champion exceptional client experiences by managing relationships, strategizing insurance solutions, and collaborating with internal teams to drive retention and profitability in a dynamic environment...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Drive exceptional client experiences by managing relationships and delivering tailored insurance solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance service delivery and support strategic planning...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Assistant Actuary do?question toggle

    An Assistant Actuary supports the measurement and management of financial risk. Typical work includes analyzing data, developing or reviewing models, assisting with pricing and forecasts, and preparing reports for internal or external stakeholders.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Assistant Actuary jobs?question toggle

    Many employers prefer a degree in actuarial science, mathematics, statistics, economics, or a related discipline. They may also look for quantitative and communication skills, technical proficiency, and progress toward relevant actuarial exams or credentials.

  • Where can Assistant Actuaries work?question toggle

    Assistant Actuaries may work for insurers, reinsurers, consulting firms, and financial services organizations. Common areas include life, health, and property and casualty insurance, as well as pricing, reserving, valuations, and risk management.

  • Do Assistant Actuary jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Some Assistant Actuary positions meet or exceed $100,000, depending on factors such as employer, location, experience, specialization, and credentials. Ladders features vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation details.

  • How can I stand out when applying for Assistant Actuary roles?question toggle

    Highlight relevant modeling and analytical experience, industry knowledge, technical tools, clear communication, and actuarial exam or credential progress. Tailor your resume to the responsibilities and qualifications listed in each posting.