Actuarial Jobs in Iowa

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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Actuarial Assistant

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 4 days ago

Organization The Actuarial Assistant will be a part of F&G's Actuarial Student Rotation Program and support various actuarial teams for F&G Annuities & Life....

Actuary

  • Algona, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Algona, IA
  • 5 days ago

Understand principles and practices of insurance underwriting. Interpret premium algorithms and coverage nuances. General understanding of insurance accounting and Company financial statements....

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Predictive Modeler - P&C Commercial Actuarial Consultant

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 12 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 12 days ago

Reporting Relationships: Reports to Risk/Actuarial leader....

Actuarial Specialist, Surety

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 12 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 12 days ago

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: General knowledge of actuarial business functions, statistical methods of analysis, actuarial models, actuarial software and databases....

Internship - Investment Actuary

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 13 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 13 days ago

Qualifications: College student pursuing degree in Mathematics, Actuarial Sciences, Finance or Computer Science at the junior to graduate level Commitment to pursue an actuarial credential demonstrated...

Actuary - Life Valuation

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 13 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 13 days ago

laws, regulations, the Actuarial Standards of Practice promulgated by the Actuarial Standards Board, and the Code of Professional Conduct of the AAA and the SoA is required Basic knowledge of financial...

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Actuarial Consultant - General Liability Pricing

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 16 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 16 days ago

Senior Actuarial Consultant - General Liability Pricing Position Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Actuarial Consultant to join our General Liability/Umbrella/Inland Marine commercial...

Actuary, Annuity & RPS Strategic Modeling (Remote Consideration)

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 17 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 17 days ago

What we're looking for Must have: Actuarial modeling and/or projection experience in GGY-AXIS 7-10 years of actuarial experience, with substantial annuity experience Strong understanding of regulatory...

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Senior Actuarial Reserving Analyst

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 18 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 18 days ago

Ally Senior Actuarial Reserving Analyst in Des Moines , Iowa General information Ref # 19474 Remote?...

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Actuarial Consultant, Commercial Lines Indications

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 18 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 18 days ago

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Detailed knowledge of actuarial business functions, statistical methods of analysis, actuarial models, actuarial software and databases....

Actuarial Consultant, Businessowner Pricing

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 18 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 18 days ago

Introduce new perspectives and innovative ideas to enhance actuarial services. Analyze results and present findings to internal product, actuarial, and underwriting teams....

Senior Analyst - Actuarial Reporting

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 19 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 19 days ago

the life/annuity insurance industry is required....

Sr Mgr,Actuarial

  • IA
  • 27 days ago
  • IA
  • 27 days ago

Collaboration with Underwriting: Work closely with the underwriting team to develop and integrate pricing strategies that reflect the organization's objectives....

Associate Actuary / Assistant Financial Director - Principal International

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 26 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 26 days ago

balances for retirement and annuity products Collaboration with accounting, reporting and member company finance teams, to research and problem solve Operating at the intersection of financial services...

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AVP & Actuary - Life Product Development (Remote Consideration)

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 28 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 28 days ago

As of Dec. 31, 2023, approximately 17 million customers trust our guidance and solutions across four core businesses - annuities, life insurance, group protection and retirement plan services....

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Salary for Actuarial Jobs in Iowa

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

Highest Education Level

Actuarials in Iowa 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 Iowa
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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