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Actuarial Consultant roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because they require at minimum a bachelor's degree in actuarial science, mathematics, or statistics. Employers in insurance, consulting, and financial services regularly sponsor H-1B petitions for this role, and the position's SOC-defined wage levels mean prevailing wage compliance is straightforward to document.
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The Actuarial Consultant is responsible for the initiation, organization and analysis of non-routine actuarial research used for analysis including but not limited to valuations, financial reporting and forecasting, trend analytics, and pricing.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Utilize advanced actuarial concepts to design and perform complex analysis, conduct research and make recommendations to leadership.
- Ensure completeness, accuracy and appropriateness of all insurance data used in the production of outputs; recommend improvements to data as needed.
- Independently recommend specific course of action; consider internal, external and customer impacts. Independently communicate to stakeholders.
- Define scope of major projects and coordinate completion.
- Assess and implement efficiency enhancing processes where available.
- Respond to requests from internal departments; prioritize and review work of peers for actuarial soundness.
- Drive key department processes. May provide technical guidance to and coordinate work less experienced team members.
- Remain current on actuarial techniques, seek development and improvement opportunities and understand corporate/cross-functional objectives and cultural beliefs.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in actuarial science or related area.
- Four (4) years related actuarial experience. Preference to have at least one year of BCN/BCBSM actuarial experience or comparable experience at another company.
- Earned at least six (6) exam components (exam, validation by educational experience, modules, final assessment) toward the attainment of the ASA designation and plans to continue making timely progress to obtain ASA credential.
- Knowledge of actuarial methods and practices.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Can effectively utilize email, presentations and verbal communication to convey the intent and methodology of their work, and the broader implications of results to actuarial and non-actuarial audiences.
- Ability to apply appropriate planning and prioritization techniques.
Other related skills and/or abilities may be required to perform this job.
Additional Department Information
Candidate will be responsible for monitoring and evaluating vendor program performance including performance settlements with vendors, connecting actual results to original expectations and broader enterprise strategies.
Responsibilities will also include making recommendations on contract terms and supporting questions from internal and external stakeholders.
Must be proficient in data management, including data extraction, data analysis and drawing conclusions.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other grounds, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.
INTRODUCTION
The Actuarial Consultant is responsible for the initiation, organization and analysis of non-routine actuarial research used for analysis including but not limited to valuations, financial reporting and forecasting, trend analytics, and pricing.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Utilize advanced actuarial concepts to design and perform complex analysis, conduct research and make recommendations to leadership.
- Ensure completeness, accuracy and appropriateness of all insurance data used in the production of outputs; recommend improvements to data as needed.
- Independently recommend specific course of action; consider internal, external and customer impacts. Independently communicate to stakeholders.
- Define scope of major projects and coordinate completion.
- Assess and implement efficiency enhancing processes where available.
- Respond to requests from internal departments; prioritize and review work of peers for actuarial soundness.
- Drive key department processes. May provide technical guidance to and coordinate work less experienced team members.
- Remain current on actuarial techniques, seek development and improvement opportunities and understand corporate/cross-functional objectives and cultural beliefs.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in actuarial science or related area.
- Four (4) years related actuarial experience. Preference to have at least one year of BCN/BCBSM actuarial experience or comparable experience at another company.
- Earned at least six (6) exam components (exam, validation by educational experience, modules, final assessment) toward the attainment of the ASA designation and plans to continue making timely progress to obtain ASA credential.
- Knowledge of actuarial methods and practices.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Can effectively utilize email, presentations and verbal communication to convey the intent and methodology of their work, and the broader implications of results to actuarial and non-actuarial audiences.
- Ability to apply appropriate planning and prioritization techniques.
Other related skills and/or abilities may be required to perform this job.
Additional Department Information
Candidate will be responsible for monitoring and evaluating vendor program performance including performance settlements with vendors, connecting actual results to original expectations and broader enterprise strategies.
Responsibilities will also include making recommendations on contract terms and supporting questions from internal and external stakeholders.
Must be proficient in data management, including data extraction, data analysis and drawing conclusions.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other grounds, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Actuarial Consultant
Verify your credentials meet specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to actuarial work. A mathematics or statistics degree qualifies cleanly, but a general business degree may draw an RFE. Check the O*NET profile for the accepted education requirements before applying.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search the OFLC Wage Search to confirm a prospective employer has filed Labor Condition Applications for actuarial roles. Employers with recent LCA history have an established H-1B process, which reduces delays after you receive an offer.
Use Migrate Mate to filter verified sponsoring employers
Filter Migrate Mate's job board by actuarial roles to surface employers with documented H-1B filing history. This saves you from applying to firms that list actuarial positions but have never sponsored a work visa.
Sit professional exams before your H-1B filing date
Actuarial Consultant roles at most insurers and consulting firms expect progress through the Society of Actuaries or Casualty Actuarial Society exam tracks. Passed exams strengthen your specialty occupation documentation and signal to USCIS that your work requires specialized expertise.
Confirm your SOC code matches your actual duties
DOL assigns prevailing wages by SOC code, and actuarial work spans multiple codes depending on the industry. Ask your employer to confirm which SOC code they'll use on the LCA so your offered salary meets the correct wage level before filing.
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Find Actuarial Consultant JobsActuarial Consultant H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Actuarial Consultant role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Actuarial Consultant positions require at minimum a bachelor's degree in actuarial science, mathematics, statistics, or a directly related field, which satisfies the USCIS specialty occupation standard. The role's analytical and technical nature means USCIS generally accepts it without extensive additional documentation, though your specific job duties and the degree-to-job relationship still need to be clearly stated in the petition.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Actuarial Consultants?
Insurance carriers, reinsurance firms, actuarial consulting practices, and large financial services companies are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for this role. Consulting firms that serve multiple insurance clients tend to file in higher volumes because they hire actuarial staff across multiple client engagements. You can identify active sponsors by searching employer LCA filing history, or by browsing verified listings on Migrate Mate.
How does the prevailing wage requirement work for Actuarial Consultant H-1B petitions?
Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL before submitting the H-1B petition, certifying that your offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your role, SOC code, and work location. Prevailing wages vary significantly by geography, so a salary that satisfies DOL requirements in one city may fall short in a higher-cost metro. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the applicable wage level for your specific work location.
Can I change employers while on an H-1B as an Actuarial Consultant?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new I-129 petition on your behalf, without waiting for approval, as long as your current H-1B has been approved for at least 180 days. The new employer must file a fresh LCA for your role and location. Your actuarial credentials and exam progress transfer with you and do not need to be resubmitted.
Do actuarial exam credentials strengthen an H-1B petition for this role?
Yes. Progress through the Society of Actuaries or Casualty Actuarial Society exam tracks provides concrete evidence that your work requires specialized knowledge beyond a general bachelor's degree. USCIS looks for documentation that your duties are complex and require expertise specific to the field. Passed exams, combined with your degree transcripts, create a stronger specialty occupation argument and reduce the likelihood of a Request for Evidence.
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