Actuary Jobs in Illinois

Actuary jobs in Illinois are concentrated in one of the most active insurance and financial services markets in the country, with consistent demand at the entry, credentialed, and fellowship levels. Chicago anchors most of the hiring, supported by Schaumburg and Bloomington, where major insurers like State Farm, Allstate, and Zurich North America maintain large actuarial staffs. The most sought-after specialties are property and casualty pricing, health and benefits consulting, and enterprise risk management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles19
Top employerPryor Associates
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring5
Work type83% Hybrid
Top industryInsurance

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Lead Actuary
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Lead Actuary
Alliant Insurance Services
Chicago, Illinois
Business Analysis
Strategy & Corporate Development
Project & Program Management
Consulting & Professional Services
Finance
Accounting
Business Strategy
$168k - $240k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Lead Actuary - Employee Benefits
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Lead Actuary - Employee Benefits
Alliant Insurance Services
Chicago, Illinois
Business Strategy
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Strategy & Corporate Development
$168k - $240k/yr
Bachelor's degree in statistics
1,001-5,000

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Managing Actuary
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Managing Actuary
Health Care Service Corporation
Chicago, Illinois
Business Strategy
Corporate Development & M&A
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Partnerships & Business Development
$102k - $184k/yr
Hybrid
Managed care

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Staff Actuary
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Staff Actuary
Health Care Service Corporation
Chicago, Illinois
Business Analysis
Business Analyst
Project Management
$93k - $168k/yr
Hybrid
Managed care

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Medicare Actuary
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Medicare Actuary
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Chicago, Illinois
Business Operations
Product Management
Project Management
$128k - $185k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Actuary Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Naperville
1 job
Schaumburg
1 job
Des Plaines
1 job
Rolling Meadows
1 job

Actuary Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Pryor Associates4 open roles
Health Care Service Corporation3 open roles
The Hartford2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Technology & Software

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in actuary jobs across Illinois.

  • Associateship or Fellowship credential from the Casualty Actuarial Society or Society of Actuaries
  • Progress toward actuarial exams with at least two to four passed at the time of hire
  • Bachelor's degree in actuarial science, mathematics, statistics, or a related quantitative field
  • Proficiency in SAS, R, Python, or Excel for actuarial modeling and data analysis
  • Experience with insurance reserving, pricing, or financial reporting in a regulated environment
  • Strong written communication skills for presenting findings to non-actuarial stakeholders

Actuary Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a actuary in Illinois?

Becoming an actuary in Illinois starts with a bachelor's degree in actuarial science, mathematics, or statistics, followed by passing the preliminary exams administered by the Society of Actuaries or the Casualty Actuarial Society. Illinois does not require a separate state license to work as an actuary, but employers expect documented exam progress and, for senior roles, full Associateship or Fellowship credentialing through those professional bodies.

Which companies hire actuarys in Illinois?

Employers hiring actuarys in Illinois right now include Pryor Associates, Health Care Service Corporation, and The Hartford, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Illinois's concentration of insurance headquarters and large consulting firms makes it one of the deepest actuarial hiring markets outside the Northeast.

Which Illinois cities have the most actuary jobs?

The cities with the most actuary openings in Illinois are Chicago, Illinois, and Naperville. Chicago dominates because it is home to major insurance carriers, benefits consulting firms, and financial institutions, while Schaumburg and Bloomington draw significant hiring from the regional headquarters of large property and casualty insurers that maintain full actuarial departments outside the city.

Are there remote actuary jobs in Illinois?

Yes, and more than most fields, since actuarial work is almost entirely analytical and computer-based with no requirement to be on-site. About 83% of actuary openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how well the role adapts to distributed work. Pricing, reserving, and modeling roles tend to be the most fully remote, while roles involving direct client advisory work are more commonly hybrid.

How can I get hired as a actuary in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an actuarial analyst or intern role at one of Illinois's large insurance carriers or consulting firms, where passing one or two exams before applying is the primary signal employers use to screen new graduates. Companies like State Farm and Allstate run structured actuarial development programs for candidates who are exam-eligible but have no prior industry experience. Adjacent roles in data analysis or financial reporting at insurance or benefits firms can also serve as a bridge into an actuarial team, especially when paired with active exam progress.

Where can I find and apply to actuary jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to actuary jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to Illinois employers. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and exam level, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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