About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

This entry-level Actuarial Analyst role is part of a consultative actuarial team supporting client engagements across industries. You will apply quantitative methods and modeling to help clients measure and manage risk, support decision-making, and deliver client-ready analysis.

• Work in a dynamic, fast-paced consulting environment engaging with clients across industries, disciplines, and geographies.
• Collaborate with engagement teams to build financial and mathematical models that support business decisions.
• Analyze and interpret large datasets using statistical methods to quantify risk and recommend solutions.
• Contribute to work in one or more actuarial practice areas such as Health, Property & Casualty, Life, Rewards & Wellbeing, or Mergers & Acquisitions.
• Prepare clear written analyses, slide decks, and presentations for internal teams and client stakeholders.
• Use Microsoft Excel and other tools to manipulate data, create models, and document assumptions.
• Support project tasks independently and as part of cross-functional teams; adapt quickly to changing client needs.

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The Team

You’ll join a consulting-focused actuarial team that embeds technical and technology-driven insights into client problems. Engagement teams balance delivering client value with mentoring and developing talent and contributing to the broader community.

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Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and expected to graduate by Spring/Summer 2027 with a bachelor’s degree or higher in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a closely related field.
• Strong academic performance (3.0 cumulative GPA required; 3.2 cumulative GPA preferred).
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.
• Able to travel up to 50% on average, depending on client needs.
• Must be at least 18 years of age at time of employment.
• Reside within a commutable distance of the assigned office (example: ~100-mile radius) with the ability to commute daily if required upon start.
• Solid proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; familiarity with Windows-based systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and an ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of at least one exam offered by the Society of Actuaries (SOA), Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS), or comparable organization prior to July 1, 2027.
• Prior internship or project experience with actuarial modeling, statistical analysis, or related consulting work is a plus.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to learn new concepts, frameworks, and technologies quickly.

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Compensation & Employment Details

• Employment type: Full-time, Permanent.
• Location: Chicago, IL (onsite or commutable to assigned office as required).
• Recruiting for this role ends on 11/01/2026.
• Salary: The source provides a reasonable estimate of $95,000 (this is an estimate and final compensation will depend on experience, skills, certifications, and business needs).

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Keywords & Role Fit (for candidates)

This role is a good fit for early-career candidates aiming to build actuarial consulting skills—particularly those focused on modeling, risk analysis, statistical methods, and client-facing consulting. Applicants with SOA/CAS exam progress, strong Excel skills, and an interest in one of the actuarial practice areas listed above should apply.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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