H-1B Visa Actuarial Consultant Jobs
Actuarial Consultant roles qualify as H-1B visa 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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YOUR IMPACT
You will leverage your actuarial expertise, industry experience, and analytical skills to help clients solve some of healthcare's most complex challenges.
Working as part of client service teams, you will develop innovative capabilities, generate actionable insights, and shape recommendations that drive meaningful improvements in organizational performance, affordability, and patient outcomes.
The Actuarial team is based across offices in North America and is part of our Social, Healthcare and Public Entities (SHaPE) practice, which supports stakeholders across the healthcare industry on strategy development and execution. The team includes more than a dozen actuaries with expertise across Commercial, Medicare, Medicaid, and other business segments, supporting profitability teardowns, risk adjustment and quality analytics, cost-of-care analysis, growth strategy, and the optimization of risk-based healthcare businesses.
You will work closely with clients as part of cross-functional teams to address critical strategic priorities and transform how decisions are made. By combining actuarial rigor, advanced analytics, and strategic problem solving, you will help healthcare organizations build lasting capabilities, accelerate growth, improve quality of care, and create greater value for the populations they serve.
YOUR GROWTH
Driving lasting impact and building long-term capabilities with our clients is not easy work. You are the kind of person who thrives in a high performance/high reward culture - doing hard things, picking yourself up when you stumble, and having the resilience to try another way forward.
In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we'll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities you need to become a stronger leader faster than you ever thought possible. Your colleagues—at all levels—will invest deeply in your development, just as much as they invest in delivering exceptional results for clients. Every day, you'll receive apprenticeship, coaching, and exposure that will accelerate your growth in ways you won’t find anywhere else.
When you join us, you will have:
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Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey.
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A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You’ll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions, all while upholding our unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes.
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Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm’s diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions for our clients. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
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World-class benefits: On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to enable holistic well-being for you and your family.
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
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University degree with excellent academic record
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ASA or FSA designation
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5+ years of work experience driving business results
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Health insurance experience is highly preferred
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Experience with database coding via SQL, Teradata or Python
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Experience in segmentation analysis and world-class product pricing
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Demonstrated ability to apply analytic approaches (e.g., actuarial, statistical, data) to create meaningful and measurable business impact
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Strong project management skills; flexibility and ability to manage multiple assignments in a dynamic, complex and fast-paced environment
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Proven record of leadership
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Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment; ability to work effectively with people at all levels in an organization
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Willingness to travel (50-70%)
Please review the additional requirements regarding essential job functions of McKinsey colleagues. Our unwavering commitment to integrity drives everything we do, guiding us to always act in the best interests of our clients, our people, and the communities we serve.
LOCATION
Atlanta
Austin
Boston
Charlotte
Chicago
Cleveland
Columbus
+ 17 More
Job ID: 109550
YOUR IMPACT
You will leverage your actuarial expertise, industry experience, and analytical skills to help clients solve some of healthcare's most complex challenges.
Working as part of client service teams, you will develop innovative capabilities, generate actionable insights, and shape recommendations that drive meaningful improvements in organizational performance, affordability, and patient outcomes.
The Actuarial team is based across offices in North America and is part of our Social, Healthcare and Public Entities (SHaPE) practice, which supports stakeholders across the healthcare industry on strategy development and execution. The team includes more than a dozen actuaries with expertise across Commercial, Medicare, Medicaid, and other business segments, supporting profitability teardowns, risk adjustment and quality analytics, cost-of-care analysis, growth strategy, and the optimization of risk-based healthcare businesses.
You will work closely with clients as part of cross-functional teams to address critical strategic priorities and transform how decisions are made. By combining actuarial rigor, advanced analytics, and strategic problem solving, you will help healthcare organizations build lasting capabilities, accelerate growth, improve quality of care, and create greater value for the populations they serve.
YOUR GROWTH
Driving lasting impact and building long-term capabilities with our clients is not easy work. You are the kind of person who thrives in a high performance/high reward culture - doing hard things, picking yourself up when you stumble, and having the resilience to try another way forward.
In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we'll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities you need to become a stronger leader faster than you ever thought possible. Your colleagues—at all levels—will invest deeply in your development, just as much as they invest in delivering exceptional results for clients. Every day, you'll receive apprenticeship, coaching, and exposure that will accelerate your growth in ways you won’t find anywhere else.
When you join us, you will have:
-
Continuous learning: Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey.
-
A voice that matters: From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You’ll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions, all while upholding our unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes.
-
Global community: With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm’s diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions for our clients. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from exceptional colleagues with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
-
World-class benefits: On top of a competitive salary (based on your location, experience, and skills), we provide a comprehensive benefits package to enable holistic well-being for you and your family.
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
-
University degree with excellent academic record
-
ASA or FSA designation
-
5+ years of work experience driving business results
-
Health insurance experience is highly preferred
-
Experience with database coding via SQL, Teradata or Python
-
Experience in segmentation analysis and world-class product pricing
-
Demonstrated ability to apply analytic approaches (e.g., actuarial, statistical, data) to create meaningful and measurable business impact
-
Strong project management skills; flexibility and ability to manage multiple assignments in a dynamic, complex and fast-paced environment
-
Proven record of leadership
-
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment; ability to work effectively with people at all levels in an organization
-
Willingness to travel (50-70%)
Please review the additional requirements regarding essential job functions of McKinsey colleagues. Our unwavering commitment to integrity drives everything we do, guiding us to always act in the best interests of our clients, our people, and the communities we serve.
LOCATION
Atlanta
Austin
Boston
Charlotte
Chicago
Cleveland
Columbus
+ 17 More
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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.
Negotiate a start date that clears the cap-gap window
If you're transitioning from F-1 OPT, time your offer acceptance so your employer files the I-129 before your OPT expires. USCIS allows continuous employment during the cap-gap period, but only if the petition is filed on time.
H-1B Visa Actuarial Consultant: 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.