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At MassMutual, actuaries play a key role in the company’s strategic decision-making. They support our expanding client base by developing innovative products, identifying new market opportunities, and driving initiatives that fuel business growth.
Our actuarial team draws intellectually curious individuals who want to work somewhere where they’re empowered to make change. At MassMutual you’ll find challenging and impactful work, a culture of recognition, and a supportive growth environment.
Job Description
The Opportunity
As the Actuary for Financial Projection Modeling, you’ll join the Modeling Center of Excellence (COE)—the team powering enterprise-wide insights across FP&A, ALM, ERM, Treasury, and Capital Management. You’ll take ownership of the projection models leaders rely on, shaping financial outcomes across GAAP, Statutory, and economic bases. Your work will influence how risk is evaluated, capital is deployed, and strategy is set. This is a high-visibility, high-impact role for an actuary ready to make a real mark at enterprise scale.
The Team
The team operates as a high-impact Modeling Center of Excellence, bringing together advanced modeling expertise, strong business partnership, and technical innovation. The team collaborates closely across finance, actuarial, and enterprise stakeholders to translate complex challenges into scalable, data-driven solutions. Known for blending deep quantitative rigor with practical application, the group sets consistent modeling standards while continuously evolving methodologies. Team members are empowered to influence enterprise decisions through thoughtful analysis and forward-looking insights. This environment is ideal for professionals who thrive at the intersection of technical excellence, collaboration, and strategic impact.
The Impact
As the Actuary for Financial Projection Modeling, you will play a critical role on a highly visible and innovative team. This role is ideal for a results-driven actuary who thrives as a subject-matter expert in actuarial modeling platforms such as FIS Prophet (and/or GGY AXIS). You will have deep, hands-on ownership of model development, execution, and governance, directly influence key financial projections and decision-making. Leveraging your technical expertise and leadership mindset, you will help strengthen modeling capabilities, consistency, and scalability across the organization. This is a unique opportunity to combine technical mastery with meaningful business impact in a fast-evolving modeling environment.
Actuarial Modeling & Execution
- Serve as the SME for Prophet or GGY Axis actuarial models, including architecture, coding standards, assumptions implementation, and performance optimization.
- Design, build, and enhance actuarial projection models supporting forecasting, capital planning, ALM, stress testing, and management reporting.
- Execute model runs across GAAP, Statutory, and economic bases; validate results and investigate drivers and variances.
- Troubleshoot complex modeling issues and support post-production and ad-hoc model requests.
Governance & Controls
- Implement and maintain modeling governance standards including documentation, version control, testing, audit trails, and reproducible execution.
- Partner with Assumptions and Experience Studies teams to implement approved assumption changes and quantify impacts.
- Perform model testing, regression testing, UAT support, and model validation activities.
- Support model governance and model risk management, including documentation of methodologies, controls and limitations.
Collaboration & Technology
- Collaborate with FP&A, Valuation, ERM, Treasury, Investment Management, and Technology teams to translate business needs into modeling solutions.
- Act as a trusted advisor on model capabilities, limitations, and appropriate use of outputs.
- Partner with Enterprise Technology teams on Prophet system maintenance, access, infrastructure, and scalability initiatives.
The Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Finance, Computer/Data Science, or a related discipline
- 5+ years of progressive actuarial experience within insurance, risk, or financial services
- ASA Designation
- 2+ years using actuarial projection platforms such as FIS Prophet, GGY AXIS, or comparable tools
- 3+ years of experience supporting life insurance or annuity products
- 2+ years of experience producing, validating, and analyzing projections across GAAP, Statutory, and economic bases
- 2+ years’ experience in programming languages such as Python, R or Java
The Ideal Qualifications
- FSA designation
- Experience with C++
- Exposure to actuarial projection methodologies
- Experience supporting enterprise use cases such as forecasting, capital planning, ALM, or ERM
- Familiarity with modeling governance frameworks, model risk management, and audit expectations
- Experience with cloud-based or high-performance actuarial computing environments
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within a matrixed, cross-functional team environment
What You Can Expect at MassMutual
MassMutual offers the opportunity to do meaningful work within a purpose-driven organization that values long-term impact over short-term outcomes. In this role, you can expect:
- Clear areas of ownership and accountability, with work that connects directly to company and customer outcomes
- A collaborative environment where perspectives are welcomed
- Access to learning, development, and internal networks that support continuous growth and skill-building over time
- Employee-led communities and forums that foster connection, learning, and inclusion across the organization
- A culture grounded in integrity, responsibility, and stewardship—supported by a company with a strong legacy and a future-focused mindset
LI-ST1
MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply.
If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need.
California residents: For detailed information about your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please visit our California Consumer Privacy Act Disclosures page. MassMutual will accept applications on an ongoing basis until such time as a candidate has been offered employment. The job description includes the main duties of this position, which may evolve over time. You may be required to perform other duties not listed.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.
Salary Range: $144,800-$190,000
Award-Winning Culture
MassMutual is guided by a single purpose: We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As a company operated for the benefit of our members and participating policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to provide financial well-being for all Americans. It’s more than our company structure — it’s our way of life. We are a company of people protecting people. Our company exists because people are willing to share risk and resources and rely on each other when it counts.
We strive to build a thriving community where everyone is valued, included, and feels that they belong.
At MassMutual, we Live Mutual.
How We Work
MassMutual’s flexible workplace approach combines the importance of connecting in person and the flexibility of working remotely. Our hybrid model puts collaboration first with employees coming in at least three days per week to our spectacular campus settings and also enjoying the flexibility of remote Fridays, company-wide remote weeks, and a bank of flexible remote weeks to use throughout the year.
Benefits for the whole you (and your loved ones)
There’s more to your life than your job and there’s more to your aspirations than a paycheck. We take a holistic view of compensation and benefits that provides the flexibility to create a healthy balance in your life for work, family, and community. We offer the benefits you’d expect, like medical, dental, 401(k), and generous vacation time, but we also offer ones you might not expect, like three paid days for volunteering, a $1,250 annual Well-Being Wallet, and up to 320 hours of caregiver leave.
Explore some of our offerings below.
Paid Time Off
- In addition to generous vacation time, paid holidays, and flexible holidays, MassMutual offers 'take care' time to care for yourself or someone you love—whether for physical illness or mental health.
Health & Well-Being
In addition to top-line medical and dental coverage, personalized mental health solutions, on-site and virtual health coaching, and much more, MassMutual reimburses employees up to $1,250 per year for eligible expenses supporting mental, physical, and financial well-being.
Financial Well-Being
In addition to competitive salaries and bonuses, educational assistance programs, and much more, MassMutual offers up to a 10% total 401(k) benefit, consisting of a 5% company match and a 5% annual contribution.
Taking Care
MassMutual offers generous maternity and parental leaves, as well as bereavement leave to mourn the loss of a loved one (and the employee defines 'loved one'). In addition, we offer up to 320 hours of caregiver leave to help employees support loved ones in times of need.
Giving Back
MassMutual offers three paid days for employees to volunteer with eligible nonprofits of their choice, and the MassMutual Foundation matches employee donation dollars to eligible nonprofit organizations up to $5,000 annually.
Commuter Benefits
MassMutual offers a Qualified Commuter Program through which eligible employees can pay qualified workplace commuting expenses with before-tax dollars, as well as a commuter wallet option for employees based at Boston and NYC campuses.
Overview
At MassMutual, actuaries play a key role in the company’s strategic decision-making. They support our expanding client base by developing innovative products, identifying new market opportunities, and driving initiatives that fuel business growth.
Our actuarial team draws intellectually curious individuals who want to work somewhere where they’re empowered to make change. At MassMutual you’ll find challenging and impactful work, a culture of recognition, and a supportive growth environment.
Job Description
The Opportunity
As the Actuary for Financial Projection Modeling, you’ll join the Modeling Center of Excellence (COE)—the team powering enterprise-wide insights across FP&A, ALM, ERM, Treasury, and Capital Management. You’ll take ownership of the projection models leaders rely on, shaping financial outcomes across GAAP, Statutory, and economic bases. Your work will influence how risk is evaluated, capital is deployed, and strategy is set. This is a high-visibility, high-impact role for an actuary ready to make a real mark at enterprise scale.
The Team
The team operates as a high-impact Modeling Center of Excellence, bringing together advanced modeling expertise, strong business partnership, and technical innovation. The team collaborates closely across finance, actuarial, and enterprise stakeholders to translate complex challenges into scalable, data-driven solutions. Known for blending deep quantitative rigor with practical application, the group sets consistent modeling standards while continuously evolving methodologies. Team members are empowered to influence enterprise decisions through thoughtful analysis and forward-looking insights. This environment is ideal for professionals who thrive at the intersection of technical excellence, collaboration, and strategic impact.
The Impact
As the Actuary for Financial Projection Modeling, you will play a critical role on a highly visible and innovative team. This role is ideal for a results-driven actuary who thrives as a subject-matter expert in actuarial modeling platforms such as FIS Prophet (and/or GGY AXIS). You will have deep, hands-on ownership of model development, execution, and governance, directly influence key financial projections and decision-making. Leveraging your technical expertise and leadership mindset, you will help strengthen modeling capabilities, consistency, and scalability across the organization. This is a unique opportunity to combine technical mastery with meaningful business impact in a fast-evolving modeling environment.
Actuarial Modeling & Execution
- Serve as the SME for Prophet or GGY Axis actuarial models, including architecture, coding standards, assumptions implementation, and performance optimization.
- Design, build, and enhance actuarial projection models supporting forecasting, capital planning, ALM, stress testing, and management reporting.
- Execute model runs across GAAP, Statutory, and economic bases; validate results and investigate drivers and variances.
- Troubleshoot complex modeling issues and support post-production and ad-hoc model requests.
Governance & Controls
- Implement and maintain modeling governance standards including documentation, version control, testing, audit trails, and reproducible execution.
- Partner with Assumptions and Experience Studies teams to implement approved assumption changes and quantify impacts.
- Perform model testing, regression testing, UAT support, and model validation activities.
- Support model governance and model risk management, including documentation of methodologies, controls and limitations.
Collaboration & Technology
- Collaborate with FP&A, Valuation, ERM, Treasury, Investment Management, and Technology teams to translate business needs into modeling solutions.
- Act as a trusted advisor on model capabilities, limitations, and appropriate use of outputs.
- Partner with Enterprise Technology teams on Prophet system maintenance, access, infrastructure, and scalability initiatives.
The Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Finance, Computer/Data Science, or a related discipline
- 5+ years of progressive actuarial experience within insurance, risk, or financial services
- ASA Designation
- 2+ years using actuarial projection platforms such as FIS Prophet, GGY AXIS, or comparable tools
- 3+ years of experience supporting life insurance or annuity products
- 2+ years of experience producing, validating, and analyzing projections across GAAP, Statutory, and economic bases
- 2+ years’ experience in programming languages such as Python, R or Java
The Ideal Qualifications
- FSA designation
- Experience with C++
- Exposure to actuarial projection methodologies
- Experience supporting enterprise use cases such as forecasting, capital planning, ALM, or ERM
- Familiarity with modeling governance frameworks, model risk management, and audit expectations
- Experience with cloud-based or high-performance actuarial computing environments
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within a matrixed, cross-functional team environment
What You Can Expect at MassMutual
MassMutual offers the opportunity to do meaningful work within a purpose-driven organization that values long-term impact over short-term outcomes. In this role, you can expect:
- Clear areas of ownership and accountability, with work that connects directly to company and customer outcomes
- A collaborative environment where perspectives are welcomed
- Access to learning, development, and internal networks that support continuous growth and skill-building over time
- Employee-led communities and forums that foster connection, learning, and inclusion across the organization
- A culture grounded in integrity, responsibility, and stewardship—supported by a company with a strong legacy and a future-focused mindset
LI-ST1
MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply.
If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need.
California residents: For detailed information about your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), please visit our California Consumer Privacy Act Disclosures page. MassMutual will accept applications on an ongoing basis until such time as a candidate has been offered employment. The job description includes the main duties of this position, which may evolve over time. You may be required to perform other duties not listed.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.
Salary Range: $144,800-$190,000
Award-Winning Culture
MassMutual is guided by a single purpose: We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As a company operated for the benefit of our members and participating policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to provide financial well-being for all Americans. It’s more than our company structure — it’s our way of life. We are a company of people protecting people. Our company exists because people are willing to share risk and resources and rely on each other when it counts.
We strive to build a thriving community where everyone is valued, included, and feels that they belong.
At MassMutual, we Live Mutual.
How We Work
MassMutual’s flexible workplace approach combines the importance of connecting in person and the flexibility of working remotely. Our hybrid model puts collaboration first with employees coming in at least three days per week to our spectacular campus settings and also enjoying the flexibility of remote Fridays, company-wide remote weeks, and a bank of flexible remote weeks to use throughout the year.
Benefits for the whole you (and your loved ones)
There’s more to your life than your job and there’s more to your aspirations than a paycheck. We take a holistic view of compensation and benefits that provides the flexibility to create a healthy balance in your life for work, family, and community. We offer the benefits you’d expect, like medical, dental, 401(k), and generous vacation time, but we also offer ones you might not expect, like three paid days for volunteering, a $1,250 annual Well-Being Wallet, and up to 320 hours of caregiver leave.
Explore some of our offerings below.
Paid Time Off
- In addition to generous vacation time, paid holidays, and flexible holidays, MassMutual offers 'take care' time to care for yourself or someone you love—whether for physical illness or mental health.
Health & Well-Being
In addition to top-line medical and dental coverage, personalized mental health solutions, on-site and virtual health coaching, and much more, MassMutual reimburses employees up to $1,250 per year for eligible expenses supporting mental, physical, and financial well-being.
Financial Well-Being
In addition to competitive salaries and bonuses, educational assistance programs, and much more, MassMutual offers up to a 10% total 401(k) benefit, consisting of a 5% company match and a 5% annual contribution.
Taking Care
MassMutual offers generous maternity and parental leaves, as well as bereavement leave to mourn the loss of a loved one (and the employee defines 'loved one'). In addition, we offer up to 320 hours of caregiver leave to help employees support loved ones in times of need.
Giving Back
MassMutual offers three paid days for employees to volunteer with eligible nonprofits of their choice, and the MassMutual Foundation matches employee donation dollars to eligible nonprofit organizations up to $5,000 annually.
Commuter Benefits
MassMutual offers a Qualified Commuter Program through which eligible employees can pay qualified workplace commuting expenses with before-tax dollars, as well as a commuter wallet option for employees based at Boston and NYC campuses.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as an Actuary
Verify your credential equivalency before applying
Australian three-year actuarial degrees are generally accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees for E-3 purposes, but bring your transcript and any ANZIIF or Institute and Faculty of Actuaries credentials to document the equivalency clearly.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search the DOL's OFLC disclosure database for actuarial LCA filings to identify insurers, consulting firms, and financial institutions that have already navigated E-3 or H-1B visa sponsorship. These employers understand the process and are less likely to withdraw offers over paperwork concerns.
Frame sponsorship around the LCA timeline
When an employer asks about E-3 timing, explain that DOL certifies the LCA within seven working days and no I-129 petition is required. This separates E-3 sponsorship from the months-long H-1B process most U.S. hiring managers assume applies to all work visas.
Align your exam progress with role requirements
U.S. actuarial roles typically expect progress through SOA or CAS exams. Your Australian exam history under the Actuaries Institute maps partially to these, so document which exams transfer and which you still need to sit before targeting senior-level positions.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the LCA step
The LCA must be filed with the DOL before your consulate appointment, and errors in wage level classification are a common delay for actuarial roles. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork so the filing is accurate from the start.
Negotiate a contingent start date tied to visa approval
Ask your employer to set your start date four to six weeks after the expected consulate appointment, not the offer date. This protects both sides if the consulate schedules later than expected or requests additional documentation about your specialty occupation status.
E-3 Visa Actuary: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find actuary jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. You can filter actuary positions by employers with verified sponsorship history, which removes the guesswork of cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with the E-3 process. Most actuarial openings at major insurers and consulting firms qualify, but confirming sponsorship intent upfront saves significant time.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an actuary role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. Actuary positions consistently meet the E-3 specialty occupation standard because they require at minimum a bachelor's degree in mathematics, statistics, or actuarial science and involve the theoretical and practical application of a highly specialized body of knowledge. USCIS and DOL both recognize the role's degree requirement as a defining characteristic, so qualifying your position is rarely contested.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for actuaries in the U.S.?
The E-3 is available only to Australian citizens and has no annual lottery, meaning you can apply any time of year once you have a job offer. The H-1B is subject to an annual cap and a random lottery with roughly a one-in-four selection rate. For actuaries, the E-3 also skips the I-129 petition entirely, reducing employer costs and processing time substantially.
What happens to my E-3 status if I change actuarial employers in the U.S.?
You need to restart the E-3 process with your new employer. That means a fresh LCA filed by the new employer with the DOL, a new DS-160, and a new consulate appointment. Unlike the H-1B, there is no portability provision that lets you begin working before the new visa is approved, so timing your transition carefully around your approval is essential.