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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Actuary (ASA) - EB Consulting

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 11 hours ago

and casualty insurance....

Senior Manager Actuarial Analytics Remote

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago

The Senior Manager Actuarial Analytics functions as a technical resource and as a mentor to all within the Actuarial department....

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Senior Actuarial Analyst

  • Westlake Village, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Westlake Village, CA
  • 3 days ago

We are looking for a Senior Actuarial Analyst or Actuary to join us at INSHUR!...

Director of Actuarial Data

  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 4 days ago

As a Director of Actuarial Data, youll move Pacific Lifeand your careerforward by leading the delivery of data solutions for the Actuarial and Reinsurance data domains....

Senior Actuarial Analyst

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

About the Role We're seeking a Senior Actuarial Analyst to play a key role in advancing our actuarial and financial analytics capabilities....

Insurance Analytics Specialist (Actuary)- Technology Risk

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago

validation methodologies Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets and identify meaningful patterns Preferred Qualifications Insurance industry certifications such as ACAS, CPCU...

Actuarial Consultant, Pricing (Umbrella & Excess)

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 4 days ago

This is a great developmental opportunity for those looking to move from personal lines to commercial, or reserving to pricing, or those that want the ability to dive in deeper on an over 1 billion...

Assoc Actuary

  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 4 days ago

Pacific Life Insurance Co., a leading life insurance, annuities, and mutual funds company has opening in Newport Beach, CA: Assoc Actuary (Req #G011)....

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Actuary, Auto Mobility Analytics

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days ago

Sound knowledge of actuarial techniques and standards, as well as other business operations including financial, underwriting, legal, statistics, claims, sales, etc....

Remote Work

Senior Actuary - Prophet Modeler

  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 8 days ago

The experience you bring: Bachelors in actuarial science, computer science, finance, mathematics or related field. 4+ years actuarial experience. 6+ years experience in actuarial modeling and coding...

Senior Actuarial Analyst Remote

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 8 days ago

Senior Actuarial Analyst *Remote* Providence Health & Services life insurance, parental leave, 401(k), remote work United States, California, Los Angeles Jun 04, 2025 Description Senior Actuarial Analyst...

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Healthcare Financial/Actuarial Director

  • Irvine, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 8 days ago

engagements + Develops and delivers the financial/actuarial strategy for a portfolio of Medium and/or Large clients + Drives revenue growth through client sales of additional actuarial, financial,...

Risk Modeling Services Life - Actuarial Manager

  • Irvine, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 8 days ago

Industry/Sector 82200 Life Insurance Specialism Actuarial Services Management Level Manager Job Description & Summary A career in our Risk Modeling Services practice will provide you with the opportunity...

Senior Actuary - Enterprise Projects

  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 9 days ago

The experience you bring: Bachelors in actuarial science, finance, mathematics, or related field, or equivalent work experience. FSA with 6+ years of actuarial experience....

Senior Actuarial Consultant, Pricing (Small Business)

  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • 9 days ago

CNA is seeking an Actuarial Senior Consultant that develops and recommends actuarial pricing and rating plans of a complex nature for CNA's proprietary Small Commercial Business Owners' product....

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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
53.4%
Master's Degree
22.4%
High School or GED
6.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.2%
Associate's Degree
6.1%
Doctorate Degree
3.6%
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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