Actuarial Jobs in New Jersey

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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VP & Actuary, Claims Actuarial Insights

  • Whitehouse Station, NJ
  • 12 hours ago
  • Whitehouse Station, NJ
  • 12 hours ago

Claims Actuarial Insights strives to empower claims professionals with actionable intelligence....

Actuarial Consultant, Pricing (Medical Malpractice)

  • Warren, NJ
  • 12 hours ago
  • Warren, NJ
  • 12 hours ago

As determined by CNA and depending on the applicant's experience and/or qualifications, candidates may be hired into one of two Actuarial positions: Actuarial Analyst or Actuarial Consultant....

Manager Actuarial and Analytics - Workers Compensation Reserving

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 1 day ago

areas: Actuarial and/or research methods Advanced statistical analyses Broad business knowledge In-depth Line of Business knowledge Awareness of enterprise Actuarial & Analytics community This role...

Actuarial Analyst II

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 1 day ago

The Actuarial Analyst II completes projects and performs complex actuarial studies....

Actuary, Life Complex Reinsurance Administration & Monitoring

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 2 days ago

We focus on identifying a clear path to financial security, with products including annuities, life insurance, group protection, and retirement plan services....

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Associate Actuary

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 2 days ago

The Associate Actuary, Valuation partners with Corporate Finance for internal & statutory reporting, supports the Appointed Actuary in development of the Actuarial Opinions and Actuarial Memorandums...

AVP, Actuary

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 7 days ago

Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in the Property/Casualty Insurance industry. Public Entity sector experience preferred. Primary focus on the Pricing Practice area preferred....

Actuary, Insurance - Financial & Specialty Lines

  • Warren, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Warren, NJ
  • 7 days ago

and enhancement of rating models Planning and portfolio strategy Portfolio price and risk monitoring New product development Qualifications, Education & Experience: 5-7 years of experience in the property-casualty...

Actuarial Associate (Group Insurance) (Hybrid)

  • Newark, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 8 days ago

Job Classification: Actuarial - Actuarial At Prudential, we believe talent is key to achieving our vision....

SVP Actuary

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 9 days ago

Present analysis to clients and reinsurance markets, acting as both a client advocate and actuarial advisor. Drive internal actuarial and strategic projects with minimal supervision....

Head Actuary

  • Fort Lee, NJ
  • 13 days ago
  • Fort Lee, NJ
  • 13 days ago

Consulting Kingsley Wang Project Manager Shenzhen, China Broking/Placement Charlie (Charlotte) Garrod Wordings Analyst Ipswich, United Kingdom Service Center Laura Punzon Team Leader Madrid, Spain Actuarial...

Senior Actuary

  • Warren, NJ
  • 15 days ago
  • Warren, NJ
  • 15 days ago

New product development Qualifications, Education & Experience: 7-10 years of experience in the property-casualty insurance industry with significant commercial line pricing experience FCAS Excel expertise...

Actuarial Director, Reserving & Loss Analytics (Hybrid)

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 15 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 15 days ago

These engagements would primarily support Commercial Casualty (Auto Liability and General Liability) and Workers Compensation....

Manager, Actuarial

  • Newark, NJ
  • 16 days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 16 days ago

Job Classification: Actuarial - Actuarial At Prudential, we believe talent is key to achieving our vision....

P&C Actuary Advisor - Seasonal

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 21 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 21 days ago

Position Summary P&C Actuarial Advisor - Seasonal Position Human Capital Our Human Capital practice is at the forefront of transforming the nature of work....

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Salary for Actuarial Jobs in New Jersey

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

Highest Education Level

Actuarials in New Jersey offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.5%
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 New Jersey
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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