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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$91K - $120K *

Lead the charge in financial reporting as you analyze complex data, prepare reports, and support audit requests. Your expertise will drive informed decision-making and enhance operational efficiency i...

California, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $107K *

Transform operations by providing analytical support, enhancing KPIs, and driving budget efficiency. Collaborate across teams to implement strategic initiatives and foster continuous improvement for o...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $110K *

Innovate solutions for complex life and health claims, providing expert analysis and guidance. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate adjudication and resolution of high-risk claims while ma...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $135K *

Elevate your career by supporting the Credit team in managing $11 billion in corporate bonds, building credit models, and contributing to portfolio discussions with insightful analysis and trade ideas...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Lead the charge in financial accuracy and reporting as a Senior Accountant, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure compliance and efficiency in accounting practices while supporting organizational...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving impactful digital strategies and partnerships. You'll lead the vision for web content, working closely with diverse teams to achieve exceptional outcomes for cl...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Play a key role in ensuring financial accuracy and integrity through effective reporting, reconciliations, and collaboration with cross-functional teams, while supporting growth initiatives and optimi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Elevate the effectiveness of risk management and governance processes by leading audit reviews, engaging with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while fostering continuous...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $179K *

Unlock potential by leveraging advanced analytics to assess and mitigate risks, translating complex data into actionable insights that support strategic decision-making and enhance organizational resi...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $179K *

Unlock potential by leveraging advanced analytics to assess and mitigate risks, translating complex data into actionable insights that support strategic decision-making and enhance organizational resi...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $179K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on quantitative risk analysis, utilizing advanced analytics to identify and mitigate risks while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance strat...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $133K *

Champion partner success by managing relationships, driving program enhancements, and ensuring operational excellence across diverse teams. Leverage analytical skills to identify growth opportunities...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$98K - $102K *

Lead the charge in investment accounting, ensuring accurate transaction processing and compliance. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to maintain financial controls and support stra...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Lead the Insurance Programs' underwriting function while overseeing operations, enhancing team capabilities and fostering key relationships to drive innovation and performance across the portfolio...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Support global Portfolio Management teams by ensuring efficient implementation of fixed income trades, managing cash balances, and enhancing operational processes for improved client service and risk...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer experiences while managing key accounts. This role involves onboarding, growing relationships, and leveraging data to drive success with major buyers...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$195K - $230K *

Reimagine claims leadership by shaping strategy, driving innovation, and fostering engagement within a high-performing team to enhance operational effectiveness and customer experience across diverse...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$226K - $347K *

Shape the future of claims management by leading a dynamic team in the Commercial space, driving best practices, and fostering a culture of positivity and inclusion while ensuring optimal outcomes for...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $140K *

Analyze and support catastrophe modeling efforts to enhance risk assessment and data integrity for property portfolios, collaborating with underwriters and management to drive informed decision-making...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $140K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic Catastrophe Modeling team, where you'll analyze property data, support underwriters, and enhance modeling efficiency to mitigate risks from climate-related eve...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $140K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic Catastrophe Modeling team, where you'll analyze property data, support underwriters, and enhance modeling efficiency to mitigate risks from climate-related eve...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of catastrophe modeling in insurance. Leverage your analytical skills to support underwriters and enhance data integrity while managing property portfolios and mi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $91K *

Contribute to portfolio analytics and reporting, focusing on automation and data quality. Leverage Python, SQL, and AI tools to enhance processes and build dashboards, ensuring accurate and timely inf...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $125K *

Transform complex commercial casualty claims management by leveraging your expertise in construction-related exposures and litigation. Collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver exceptional outcomes...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$96K - $172K *

Unlock potential by providing operational support and data analysis for application stability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues, enhance processes, and ensure alignment with b...

1 week ago

  •   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.