Actuarial Assistant

Berkshire Hathaway Guard; Village of Pelham (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Generous PTO

Medical, dental & vision

401(k), tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies is seeking an Actuarial Assistant to help develop pricing strategies and profitability analyses for workers’ compensation products. You will perform actuarial pricing analyses, support rate and regulatory filings, and collaborate with internal partners to enhance products.

The role emphasizes ongoing professional development toward actuarial exams in a fast-paced environment with strong cross‑functional collaboration and visibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, statistics, economics, actuarial science, or related field.
• 1–2 CAS exams strongly preferred. Prior internship or relevant P&C pricing experience are a plus
• Exceptional attention to detail to ensure accuracy and reliability of results
• Ability to communicate results and assumptions
• Experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data and model results
• Results-oriented with the ability to adjust priorities when necessary
• IT and statistical skills are highly valued. Knowledge of SQL is preferred; VBA & Python skills are a plus

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business partners (e.g., Claims, Underwriting, Product) to support pricing, filings, and profitability work; ask questions to understand how assigned work ties to business priorities
• Support actuarial analyses for assigned lines (e.g., workers’ compensation and/or commercial auto), including data preparation, basic rate level indication support, trend summaries, and segmentation studies.
• Support rate and regulatory filings by assembling exhibits, summaries, and supporting documentation; ensure results tie out and are review-ready
• Use actuarial techniques and available tools (e.g., Excel, data extraction/query tools, internal systems) to extract, validate, manipulate, and analyze data, with hands‑on support and review
• Complete assigned tasks accurately within established timelines; communicate questions, issues, or delays early
• Maintain clear documentation and workpapers so another analyst can understand, recreate, and review the work product
• Perform peer review of other assistant/analyst work as assigned, focusing on basic checks (reasonableness, tie‑outs, completeness, and documentation)
• Participate actively in team and department meetings by asking questions, sharing observations, and providing status updates as needed
• Pursue ongoing professional development through consistent progress toward actuarial exams

Skills

Attention to detail

Data analysis

SQL

Python

VBA

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in mathematics / statistics / economics / actuarial science / related field

1–2 CAS exams strongly preferred

Tools

Excel

SQL

Job description

Overview

Good Things Start Here.Good things are happening at Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies—an A+ (Superior) rated, nationwide Property & Casualty insurer backed by Berkshire Hathaway. With supportive leadership, collaborative teams, and opportunities to grow, GUARD is a place where people build meaningful, long‑term careers.

Good Things You Can Count On.

• Hybrid schedule: 2 days remote / 3 in‑office
• Predictable hours (no nights, weekends, or holidays)
• Competitive pay + generous PTO
• Medical, dental & vision starting day one
• 401(k), tuition reimbursement & longevity bonuses

Responsibilities

As an Actuarial Assistant, you will contribute to the development, pricing, and profitability of the organization’s workers’ compensation insurance products. This role performs actuarial pricing analyses, supports rate and regulatory filings, and participates in projects to develop or enhance products. The position works closely with internal business partners and actively monitors product performance through ongoing analysis, reporting, and profitability tracking.

The Actuarial Assistant is an active member of the department and supports continuous improvement initiatives within a fast‑paced environment. The role also supports ongoing professional development through progress toward actuarial examinations.

What You'll Do:

• Collaborate with business partners (e.g., Claims, Underwriting, Product) to support pricing, filings, and profitability work; ask questions to understand how assigned work ties to business priorities
• Support actuarial analyses for assigned lines (e.g., workers’ compensation and/or commercial auto), including data preparation, basic rate level indication support, trend summaries, and segmentation studies.
• Support rate and regulatory filings by assembling exhibits, summaries, and supporting documentation; ensure results tie out and are review-ready
• Use actuarial techniques and available tools (e.g., Excel, data extraction/query tools, internal systems) to extract, validate, manipulate, and analyze data, with hands‑on support and review
• Complete assigned tasks accurately within established timelines; communicate questions, issues, or delays early
• Maintain clear documentation and workpapers so another analyst can understand, recreate, and review the work product
• Perform peer review of other assistant/analyst work as assigned, focusing on basic checks (reasonableness, tie‑outs, completeness, and documentation)
• Participate actively in team and department meetings by asking questions, sharing observations, and providing status updates as needed
• Pursue ongoing professional development through consistent progress toward actuarial exams

Why Join GUARD?

• Meaningful work with direct impact on business results
• Collaborative and highly visible actuarial team
• Exposure to pricing, profitability, product development, and strategic initiatives
• Strong support for actuarial exam progress and professional development
• Opportunity to grow your career within a leading commercial insurance organization

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, statistics, economics, actuarial science, or related field
• At least 1-2 CAS exams are strongly preferred. Prior internship or relevant P&C pricing experience are a plus
• Exceptional attention to detail to ensure accuracy and reliability of results
• Ability to communicate results and assumptions
• Experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data and model results
• Results-oriented with the ability to adjust priorities when necessary
• IT and statistical skills are highly valued. Knowledge of SQL is preferred; VBA & Python skills are a plus

Salary Range:

$60,000-$80,000

In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws, the salary ranges listed above represent good‑faith estimates for each level. Final leveling, title, and compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, credentials, geographic location, and other considerations permitted by law.

Work Authorization:Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship requirements.

Primary Locations:New York City, NY; Conshohocken, PA; Scottsdale, AZ; Wilkes-Barre, PA

This is a hybrid role requiring three days per week in one of our offices, with travel as needed.

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