Actuarial Jobs in California

An Actuary in the insurance industry plays a crucial role in managing risk. They use mathematics, statistics, and financial theory to study uncertain future events, especially those concerning insurance and pension programs. They help design insurance policies, pension plans, and other financial strategies by estimating the likely economic impact of various events such as sickness, accidents, natural disasters, and retirement. Actuaries are tasked with determining the potential financial risks of these events and advising companies on how to minimize such risks.

Actuaries must possess strong analytical skills, business knowledge, and an understanding of human behavior to design and implement business strategies. They typically need to have a bachelor's degree and must pass a series of exams to become certified professionals. The two primary actuarial societies in the U.S. are the Society of Actuaries (SOA) and the Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS). To become an Actuary, a person could have roles such as an Actuarial Intern or Actuarial Analyst. They might also come from a background in Data Analysis or Statistics. The progression to becoming an Actuary requires rigorous exam preparation and practical experience in the field.

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Senior Actuarial Analyst - Pricing

  • Manhattan Beach, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Manhattan Beach, CA
  • 7 hours ago

The Senior Actuarial Analyst may be expected to train, mentor, and develop entry level actuarial analysts, overseeing project responsibilities and performance management....

actuarial support to internal business partners (market leadership, underwriting, sales, product) + Develop presentation materials and communicate results to internal stakeholders You'll be rewarded...

Actuarial Analyst II

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago

The Actuarial Analyst II will be responsible for completing projects and performing complex actuarial studies....

Understanding of both fully insured and self-insured Health & Benefits programs with underwriting and claims projection experience....

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Health Actuary- Senior Associate

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago

in a major consulting firm or corporate environment, emphasizing areas that include pricing, underwriting, health plan financial reporting, data analysis, and risk adjustment; Helping companies define...

Actuary, Personal Lines Specialty

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago

Description In this role, you will be part of the team that provides full economic and analytical support and drives the profitable growth of the $2B Personal Lines Specialty Portfolio....

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Actuary Senior

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 5 days ago

Specifically, the Senior Casualty Actuary performs a wide variety of consultative and analytical assignments associated with aspects of Property and Casualty insurance rate regulation....

Actuarial Analyst II

  • Woodland Hills, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Woodland Hills, CA
  • 5 days ago

The Actuarial Analyst II will be responsible for completing projects and performing complex actuarial studies....

Senior Actuary - Experience Studies

  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 5 days ago

The experience you bring: Bachelors in actuarial science, computer science, finance, mathematics or related field. FSA designation....

Senior Actuarial Consultant - Large Account Pricing

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 6 days ago

This role supports loss-rated and loss-sensitive casualty business across Commercial, including workers compensation, general liability, and commercial auto....

Associate Actuary (ACAS) - Western Region P&C - Remote

  • Irvine, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 6 days ago

Excellent written and oral communication skills Preferred Qualifications Experience managing staff and/or projects Experience with predictive modeling, e.g. generalized linear models, claims models, underwriting...

Actuarial Analyst - Western Region P&C (remote)

  • Irvine, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 7 days ago

PowerBI, Tableau) Experience with predictive modeling e.g. generalized linear models, claims models, underwriting models, telematics, etc. Location This is a remote position....

Actuarial Manager, Pricing

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 12 days ago

Analyst, providing guidance and structure on pricing, rating, and modeling projects Collaborate with Insurance & Tech Product, Underwriting, Claims, and Decision Engine teams to deliver pricing initiatives...

Senior Actuary Pension Risk Transfer Pricing

  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 13 days ago

The experience you bring: Qualified Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA) with experience in actuarial pricing, product development, and modeling....

Health Actuary

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 14 days ago

implementation of risk/value-based agreement pricing strategies assists in compiling opportunity/risk assessments monitors financial performance maintains risk profiles assists in the development of actuarial...

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Salary for Actuarial Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireInsurance research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Actuarials in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.2%
Master's Degree
21.9%
High School or GED
6.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.5%
Associate's Degree
6.3%
Doctorate Degree
3.7%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Actuarials in California
None
34.4%
2-4 years
18.8%
Less than 1 year
15.6%
4-6 years
12.5%
10+ years
9.4%
1-2 years
6.3%
8-10 years
3.1%


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