Actuary Resume Example and Template
Actuary resumes demonstrate technical mastery of actuarial science, statistical modeling, and risk assessment. Show actuarial exams passed, experience modeling specific risk types (mortality, morbidity, expense), and real-world applications of actuarial analysis to pricing or reserve decisions.
Actuarial managers seek candidates with strong foundational exam performance, proven ability to build and validate actuarial models independently, and clear communication of complex assumptions and results to non-technical stakeholders.
Also searched as
Senior Actuarial Analyst, Actuarial Analyst, Junior Actuarial Analyst
Kevin Liu: Actuary
Columbus, United States
Summary
Actuary with 6 years of experience modeling insurance risk and developing pricing and reserve strategies for life and health insurers. Passed all 7 actuarial exams, designated Associate of the Society of Actuaries. Built mortality, morbidity, and lapser models informing $400M+ in premium pricing and reserve recommendations.
Work Experience
Senior Actuarial Analyst, Heartland Life Insurance
Apr 2021 – Present. Regional life and health insurance company, 240 employees
- Develop and validate actuarial models for individual and group life and health insurance products, modeling mortality, morbidity, expense, and lapse assumptions.
- Support pricing of $140M annual premium volume through actuarial analysis, model development, and assumption recommendations for 12+ product lines.
- Build reserve models for quarterly and annual financial reporting, developing present value of future profits calculations and reserve adequacy analysis.
- Present actuarial analysis and recommendations to product management and CFO, communicating model results, assumption sensitivity, and risk implications.
Actuarial Analyst, Midwest Insurance Services
Sep 2018 – Mar 2021. Life insurance carrier, 180 employees
- Developed actuarial models for life and annuity product pricing and reserve analysis, modeling mortality, expense, and lapse experience.
- Analyzed historical claims and lapse data to develop and validate actuarial assumptions, supporting pricing decisions on $260M premium volume.
- Built Excel-based actuarial models and automated assumption management systems, improving model accuracy and reducing calculation time by 35%.
- Participated in product development projects, providing actuarial analysis on product design and pricing implications.
Junior Actuarial Analyst, Pioneer Insurance Group
Jan 2017 – Aug 2018. Insurance carrier, 95 employees
- Supported senior actuaries with data analysis, model development, and assumption testing for life insurance products.
- Analyzed claims data and developed experience studies supporting actuarial assumptions.
- Assisted with pricing and reserve analysis under supervision.
Education
Ohio State University
Bachelor of Science, Actuarial Science. Aug 2013 – May 2017
Skills
Actuarial modeling, Pricing analysis, Reserve modeling, Mortality modeling, Morbidity modeling, Lapse modeling, Excel, VBA, Python, Statistical analysis, Assumption development, Product development support
Languages
English, Mandarin Chinese
Certificates and Awards
- Associate of the Society of Actuaries, Society of Actuaries, 2021
- Passed Actuarial Exams FM, ASM, IFM, LTAM, STAM, PA, FAP, Society of Actuaries, 2021
Why this look works
Actuaries are technical specialists in a conservative profession. Professional navy or charcoal with precise formatting convey both mathematical rigor and analytical seriousness. Your format should reflect the disciplined, evidence-based thinking the profession values.
Resume tips for this job
- Prominently display actuarial exam progress and designations. Listing all exams passed and ASA or FSA designation signals qualification level immediately.
- Detail modeling experience with specific risk types. Saying you've built mortality, morbidity, and lapse models is more specific than generic actuarial modeling.
- Show quantified business impact. If your models informed $400M+ in premium pricing or improved reserve adequacy, say it.
- Highlight technical tool proficiency. Excel VBA, Python, Prophet, or other actuarial software matter. Strong technical skills differentiate experienced actuaries.
Common questions
How many actuarial exams do I need to pass to be hired as an actuarial analyst?
Most entry-level analyst roles require at least 1-2 exams passed, though some will hire exam candidates (passed ASM and FM exams). Passing 3-4 exams by mid-career is typical. Full designation (ASA or FSA) usually takes 5-7 years and requires continuing professional development beyond exams.
Is a degree in actuarial science required to become an actuary?
Not required, but it accelerates your path. A degree in math, statistics, or physics is sufficient. Actuarial science programs prepare you better for exams, but disciplined self-study is sufficient. Focus on passing exams; that's the credential that matters most.
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