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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$83K - $97K *

Join a team that's dedicated to financial excellence and innovation. As a Senior Financial Analyst, you'll lead analysis, mentor peers, and drive operational improvements while collaborating with dive...

Guelph, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining casualty claims management by leading strategic initiatives and enhancing team performance, while overseeing high-stakes litigated matters with significant autonomy and a...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

$75K - $90K *

Partner with us to enhance our enterprise risk management framework, ensuring compliance and efficiency across retail, small business, and commercial lending. Collaborate with teams to identify risks...

Burlington, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $115K *

Shape the future of financial analysis by driving expense allocation and enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate with teams to ensure accuracy and compliance while leveraging advanced tools for...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $275K *

Lead the charge in bridging broking and analytics, leveraging 10-15 years of credit expertise to deliver actionable insights and client-ready analysis, while fostering strong relationships and driving...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $275K *

Join a team that's redefining client analytics by bridging broking and quantitative credit analysis. Leverage your expertise to deliver actionable insights, support business development, and enhance c...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $210K *

Transform client relationships by providing strategic rating advisory and analytics. Lead capital management strategies, analyze financial data, and collaborate across teams to optimize credit ratings...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $210K *

Transform client relationships by providing strategic rating advisory and analytics. Lead capital management strategies, analyze financial data, and collaborate across teams to optimize credit ratings...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $170K *

Champion innovative risk engineering solutions by leveraging AI and broker relationships to enhance management and professional liability insurance products, driving underwriting performance and marke...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $170K *

Lead innovative risk analysis and premium production, driving collaboration across teams to enhance management and professional liability insurance products that resonate with brokers and clients alik...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Manage complex workers' compensation claims with minimal supervision, utilizing advanced negotiation and investigative skills. Collaborate with experts to ensure compliance and optimal outcomes while...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$111K - $207K *

Transform the future of retirement solutions by leveraging your expertise in defined benefit plans and Pension Risk Transfer. Collaborate across functions to develop innovative products and strategies...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$103K - $153K *

Advance your career by managing the General Ledger and investment accounting. Collaborate with Finance and IT teams to ensure accuracy in reporting and compliance while driving process improvements an...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $115K *

Analyze complex Accident Benefit claims, ensuring fair entitlements while mentoring team members. Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve issues and enhance service delivery in a hybrid work environm...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$141K - $191K *

Elevate quantitative equity investment strategies by developing robust models and data management processes. Collaborate with portfolio managers to enhance investment outcomes through innovative resea...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$141K - $191K *

Advance your career by developing quantitative equity investment models that drive real asset and liquid alternative portfolios. Collaborate with teams to enhance data management, support portfolio im...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$141K - $191K *

Unlock potential by joining our Asset Allocation team to develop quantitative equity investment models. This role combines research, data management, and portfolio support, focusing on sector rotation...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $127K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing high-level executive support and operational excellence. This hybrid role involves managing complex priorities, coordinating leadership activities, and enhanc...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $127K *

Transform executive support by managing complex priorities and enhancing organizational effectiveness for a global leadership team. This hybrid role requires proactive coordination, communication, and...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $127K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Executive Administrative Assistant, providing high-level support to leadership. Manage complex calendars, coordinate travel, and enhance organizational effectiveness wh...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$94K - $142K *

Lead the development of innovative broker compensation programs, providing insights and governance to support distribution strategies. Collaborate with various teams to enhance financial decision-maki...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $142K *

Grow your career by managing complex broker compensation programs, collaborating with corporate leaders to provide financial insights and enhance strategic planning in a dynamic insurance environment...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $142K *

Join us to manage and enhance complex broker compensation programs, offering financial insights and strategic support. Collaborate with leadership across multiple departments to drive effective compen...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic accounting team focused on GAAP compliance and financial oversight. This hands-on role offers exposure to multi-entity accounting and self-funded insurance ope...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.