Entry Level Senior Actuarial Analyst Jobs
New grad senior actuarial analyst jobs attract recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship record or demonstrated exam progress can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid roles across Insurance, Consulting & Professional Services, and Technology & Software, with employers like Kuvare Holdings, AIG, and Centene hiring at this level now.
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Position Purpose: Assist in financial analysis, forecasting, pricing, and risk assessment activities that support Medicare Advantage financial performance.
Key Details: Fully remote within the Continental U.S. Requires actuarial experience and progress toward an actuarial credential, meeting the Rule of 5 (combined years of actuarial experience and actuarial exams passed must equal at least 5). Highly preferred experience includes Medicare Advantage forecasting, financial performance, Medicare FFS medical costs, savings initiatives, and provider risk-sharing arrangements. Intermediate to advanced Excel skills and data analytics experience required; basic query/SQL knowledge required, and AI/Copilot experience is a plus.
In this Sr. Actuarial Analyst role, you will:
- Apply principles of mathematics, probability, statistics, finance, and business to analyze Medicare FFS claims, savings initiatives, and provider risk-sharing arrangements.
- Develop and maintain quarterly forecasts for Medicare fee-for-service (FFS) medical costs, savings initiatives, and provider risk-sharing arrangements, identifying key trends, assumptions, and forecast variances.
- Develop and run data reports to identify emerging trends and gaps.
- Prepare financial and analytical exhibits and effectively communicate findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Collaborate with internal business partners to support forecasting, reporting, and financial analysis needs.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience. Combination of years of experience and number of actuarial exams passed equals or exceeds 5 (Rule of 5). For example, 2 years of actuarial experience and 3 passed actuarial exams.
License/Certification:
Combination of years of experience and number of actuarial exams passed equals or exceeds 5 (Rule of 5). For example, 2 years of actuarial experience and 3 passed actuarial exams.
Pay Range: $70,100.00 - $126,200.00 per year
At Centene, we connect people to the care they need to live healthier lives — and the work you do here makes that impact real every day. You’ll take on meaningful challenges that directly support individuals, families, and communities, building your skills while making healthcare more accessible and effective. It’s work with a purpose you can see, backed by a team committed to improving lives well beyond the workday.
Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.
Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
Position Purpose: Assist in financial analysis, forecasting, pricing, and risk assessment activities that support Medicare Advantage financial performance.
Key Details: Fully remote within the Continental U.S. Requires actuarial experience and progress toward an actuarial credential, meeting the Rule of 5 (combined years of actuarial experience and actuarial exams passed must equal at least 5). Highly preferred experience includes Medicare Advantage forecasting, financial performance, Medicare FFS medical costs, savings initiatives, and provider risk-sharing arrangements. Intermediate to advanced Excel skills and data analytics experience required; basic query/SQL knowledge required, and AI/Copilot experience is a plus.
In this Sr. Actuarial Analyst role, you will:
- Apply principles of mathematics, probability, statistics, finance, and business to analyze Medicare FFS claims, savings initiatives, and provider risk-sharing arrangements.
- Develop and maintain quarterly forecasts for Medicare fee-for-service (FFS) medical costs, savings initiatives, and provider risk-sharing arrangements, identifying key trends, assumptions, and forecast variances.
- Develop and run data reports to identify emerging trends and gaps.
- Prepare financial and analytical exhibits and effectively communicate findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Collaborate with internal business partners to support forecasting, reporting, and financial analysis needs.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience. Combination of years of experience and number of actuarial exams passed equals or exceeds 5 (Rule of 5). For example, 2 years of actuarial experience and 3 passed actuarial exams.
License/Certification:
Combination of years of experience and number of actuarial exams passed equals or exceeds 5 (Rule of 5). For example, 2 years of actuarial experience and 3 passed actuarial exams.
Pay Range: $70,100.00 - $126,200.00 per year
At Centene, we connect people to the care they need to live healthier lives — and the work you do here makes that impact real every day. You’ll take on meaningful challenges that directly support individuals, families, and communities, building your skills while making healthcare more accessible and effective. It’s work with a purpose you can see, backed by a team committed to improving lives well beyond the workday.
Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including: competitive pay, health insurance, 401K and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law, including full-time or part-time status. Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.
Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
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Entry Level Senior Actuarial Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level senior actuarial analyst job?
Employers hiring entry level senior actuarial analysts look for candidates who have passed at least one or two actuarial exams, completed relevant internships or coursework in statistics, mathematics, or finance, and can demonstrate proficiency in tools like Excel, R, or Python. A strong academic record in a quantitative field and any hands-on modeling or data analysis experience give candidates a clear edge at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level senior actuarial analysts?
Companies hiring entry level senior actuarial analysts right now include Kuvare Holdings, AIG, and Centene, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Insurers, consulting firms, and financial services companies tend to be the most active employers at this level, often hiring new talent into structured analyst development programs.
Are there remote entry level senior actuarial analyst jobs?
Yes, though on-site and hybrid arrangements are still common at this career stage. About 33% of entry level senior actuarial analyst openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, so candidates who prefer flexible arrangements will find options, particularly at larger insurers and consulting firms with distributed teams.
Are these new grad senior actuarial analyst jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates with zero to two years of experience. A new grad friendly posting typically accepts internship experience or a strong exam record in place of full-time work history, making them accessible to candidates coming directly from university or an actuarial science program.
Which industries hire the most entry level senior actuarial analysts?
Entry Level senior actuarial analyst roles concentrate in Insurance, Consulting & Professional Services, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely heavily on risk modeling, pricing analysis, and reserving work that suits candidates who are early in their exam progression and building practical experience.