Senior Level Actuary Jobs

Senior level actuary jobs put experienced professionals in charge of complex risk modeling, reserving frameworks, and the analytical teams or cross-functional projects that drive those outcomes. Openings are concentrated in Insurance, Consulting & Professional Services, and Technology & Software, with 61% offering remote or hybrid arrangements and employers like Milliman, Pacific Life, and Alliant Insurance Services hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles23
Top stateIllinois
Top employerMilliman
Top cityChicago, IL
Work type43% 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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Actuary
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Actuary
Alliant Insurance Services
Texas
Business Analysis
Project & Program Management
Consulting & Professional Services
Finance
Accounting
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Actuary
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Actuary
Alliant Insurance Services
Pennsylvania
Business Analysis
Project & Program Management
Consulting & Professional Services
Finance
Accounting
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Vice President, Chief Actuary
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Vice President, Chief Actuary
Protective
Remote
Security & Protective Services
$275k - $350k/yr
Remote (US)
Other
1,001-5,000

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Senior Level Actuary Job Market

Who's Hiring

Milliman4 open roles
Pacific Life3 open roles
Alliant Insurance Services3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance19
  • Consulting & Professional Services4
  • Technology & Software3

Senior Level Actuary Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a senior level actuary job?

Employers hiring at this level look for candidates who can own analytical workstreams end to end, not just execute tasks assigned by others. Fellowship credentials from the Society of Actuaries or Casualty Actuarial Society are typically expected. Demonstrating experience leading projects, mentoring junior staff, and communicating results to non-technical stakeholders gives candidates a measurable edge over equally credentialed peers.

Which companies hire senior level actuarys?

Companies hiring senior level actuarys right now include Milliman, Pacific Life, and Alliant Insurance Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level covers large insurers, consulting firms, and financial services organizations that need experienced professionals to lead pricing, reserving, or risk management functions.

Are there remote senior level actuary jobs?

Yes, though availability varies by employer and function. About 61% of senior level actuary openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong demand for experienced actuaries who can lead teams and deliver results without requiring full on-site presence. Consulting and financial services roles tend to offer the most scheduling flexibility at this level.

What makes a actuary role senior level?

Senior level actuary roles are defined by ownership of outcomes rather than execution of assigned tasks. Responsibilities typically include setting modeling methodology, owning a line of business or functional area, guiding junior and mid-level staff, and presenting findings directly to business leaders. The distinction from mid-level is scope, accountability, and the expectation that you operate with minimal technical oversight.

Which industries hire the most senior level actuarys?

Senior Level actuary roles concentrate in Insurance, Consulting & Professional Services, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive demand because they carry large, complex risk portfolios that require experienced actuaries to model, price, and communicate risk at a strategic level rather than as a support function.