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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$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing complex commercial insurance claims, ensuring timely resolution and compliance with regulations. Collaborate with teams to deliver exceptional service while analyzing expos...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$195K - $215K *

Empower your career by leading AI initiatives that enhance decision-making and operational efficiency. Collaborate with business leaders and technical teams to drive AI adoption across various functio...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$195K - $215K *

Drive responsible AI adoption across operations by collaborating with leaders, translating strategic priorities into actionable roadmaps, and leading initiatives from concept to deployment, ensuring a...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$195K - $215K *

Innovate AI adoption across operations by leading cross-functional teams, translating strategic priorities into actionable roadmaps, and ensuring compliance with governance standards while enhancing d...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Empower your career by supporting client service and risk management initiatives. Gain hands-on experience in insurance brokerage while collaborating with industry professionals to deliver innovative...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Partner with us to launch your career in insurance brokerage and client service. As an entry-level Associate Client Advocate, you'll support experienced professionals while gaining valuable insights i...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$136K - $182K *

Transform commercial auto pricing by preparing analyses and leading projects. Support pricing strategies and collaborate across teams to enhance actuarial processes within a remote environment, ensuri...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$136K - $182K *

Redefine commercial pricing strategies by leveraging advanced actuarial analysis, supporting portfolio-level assessments, and mentoring junior colleagues within a dynamic, remote team of professionals...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$132K - $217K *

Elevate investment strategies by driving index and crediting agendas, collaborating with partners, and translating complex concepts into clear narratives for advisors and clients. Shape the future of...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Advance the profitability and growth of insurance products by enhancing coverage, managing filings, and collaborating with teams. Drive competitive analysis and product innovation in a fast-paced star...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career as you drive the growth and profitability of consumer products, enhancing coverage, managing rate filings, and collaborating across teams to optimize our offerings in a dynamic sta...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$98K - $196K *

Champion property risk engineering by conducting site surveys and assessments for diverse industries. Collaborate with clients and underwriting teams to enhance risk management strategies and ensure c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $115K *

Drive the execution of comprehensive internal audits, ensuring compliance and risk management while strengthening relationships with stakeholders across departments in a hybrid work environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $160K *

Lead the charge in designing and managing compliance programs for Capital Partners, ensuring regulatory adherence and effective governance across multiple adviser entities while collaborating with div...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $150K *

Transform the landscape of catastrophe modeling by delivering insights and analyses that drive strategic decisions for High-Net-Worth homeowners, enhancing portfolio management and pricing strategies...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance client relationships and manage insurance accounts. Utilize your expertise to provide tailored coverage solutions, ensuring timely service and fostering strong connectio...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Join our dynamic Finance & Accounting team to shape processes and systems as we transition from R&D to manufacturing. Take ownership of financial reporting, collaborate across departments, and drive i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $180K *

Join a team that’s redefining claims handling by managing complex Professional & Management Liability claims. Collaborate with professionals in the industry to ensure optimal outcomes while driving in...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to drive profitable business through strategic underwriting and broker partnerships. Leverage your expertise to enhance client relationships and contribute to innovative solutions...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $150K *

Lead the accounting team in ensuring precise financial practices, overseeing reporting and reconciliations, and enhancing efficiencies to support investment objectives and audit compliance. Foster col...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $155K *

Drive the development and management of innovative retail annuity products, ensuring alignment with enterprise strategies. Collaborate across teams to deliver solutions that meet customer needs and en...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $150K *

Oversee financial record keeping and reporting while leading an accomplished team. Collaborate with various departments to ensure accuracy in accounting practices and compliance with audit requirement...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $150K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of financial management, overseeing a skilled accounting team. Drive accurate reporting, ensure compliance, and enhance strategic initiatives while shaping the futu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovation in reinsurance operations by automating data workflows and enhancing reporting accuracy. Collaborate with global teams to standardize processes and deliver insightful analytics that s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$131K - $230K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic underwriting operations across the Americas. Drive cross-functional transformations, enhance efficiency through automation, and foster a culture of performance an...

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  •   Less than 5 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.