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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$96K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading audit engagements, validating controls, and enhancing risk assessment strategies. Collaborate with teams to identify weaknesses and deliver actionable insights, ensuring hi...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$96K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to assess and validate audit processes, ensuring effective internal controls and risk management. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify weaknesses and deliver high-quality audi...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $410K *

Seeking a strategic leader to enhance operational efficiency in life, annuity, and group benefits sectors. Drive client engagements, mentor teams, and implement innovative solutions to meet evolving m...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$71K - $110K *

Lead a high-performing team of claims specialists, ensuring quality service and compliance with regulations. Drive productivity and provide guidance on complex claims while supporting strategic initia...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $127K *

Empower financial excellence by leading analysis and governance for Quality operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive insights, manage budgets, and enhance financial processes in a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $127K *

Drive financial excellence by leading budgeting, forecasting, and analysis for Quality programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide insights and governance, ensuring compliance and ope...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $127K *

Unlock potential by leading financial strategies for quality initiatives, driving operational excellence, and providing data-driven insights to influence key decisions across cross-functional teams in...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $95K *

Empower customer success through strategic account management and relationship building. Collaborate closely with clients to ensure satisfaction and retention, while driving revenue and addressing uni...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $126K *

Manage complex HEDIS audit workstreams and ensure compliance with regulations. Provide expert guidance on audit readiness, interpret regulatory requirements, and develop controls to support accurate s...

Missouri, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$149K - $262K *

Elevate P&C capital performance by leveraging analytics to inform business decisions. Collaborate across teams to enhance frameworks, set targets, and translate complex data into actionable insights f...

Columbus, OHRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as a Compliance Associate, supporting the Private Alternatives Compliance program. Collaborate with investment teams and stakeholders to identify compliance risks, enhance processe...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining financial operations by optimizing processes, enhancing cash flow management, and driving strategic improvements to support business growth and customer satisfaction...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to enhance compensation strategies and support UCSF leaders in attracting and retaining top talent through effective analysis, consultation, and program administration in a dynamic HR...

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

$136K - $204K *

Engage in strategic M&A activities and manage private equity investments, collaborating with leaders to evaluate opportunities, execute transactions, and support portfolio value creation while develop...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$64K - $120K *

Unlock potential as you collaborate with clients and producers to craft tailored commercial insurance solutions, manage renewals, and drive new business opportunities while fostering strong relationsh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $210K *

Transform your career by driving profitable business with enterprise clients. Leverage your underwriting expertise to manage complex accounts, mentor peers, and shape portfolio strategies while foster...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Champion client relationships by providing innovative risk solutions and expert guidance in business insurance. Leverage extensive experience to manage larger accounts and support clients with tailore...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as you build client relationships and provide innovative risk solutions in a dynamic insurance environment, guiding marketing and servicing for larger accounts while leveraging y...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Drive client relationships and deliver innovative risk solutions as you manage larger accounts, assess risks, and guide marketing efforts in a dynamic insurance environment. Your expertise will shape...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Empower your career by building strong client relationships and providing innovative risk solutions. Leverage your expertise in Loss Sensitive and Captive programs to guide marketing and servicing for...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $115K *

Champion financial accuracy and operational efficiency by leading expense allocation processes, collaborating with finance teams, and enhancing data tools to support strategic decision-making and comp...

St. John's, NLIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $115K *

Contribute to financial controls and expense allocation by analyzing data, collaborating with teams, and enhancing operational efficiency using Oracle tools. Drive process improvements and ensure comp...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Manage complex Commercial Lines insurance accounts, providing expert support and guidance. Oversee marketing, renewals, and client negotiations while collaborating with Sales Executives and Account Re...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$102K - $148K *

Drive strategic partnerships and revenue growth by managing executive-level relationships, developing joint business plans, and coordinating cross-functional initiatives to achieve business objectives...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$102K - $148K *

Lead the charge in managing executive-level relationships and driving revenue growth within travel insurance partnerships. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver strategic initiatives and enhance p...

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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.