Actuarial Associate - Actuarial Leadership Development Program

Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Networking lunches with senior actuari

Executive speaker series

Internal development programs

Job summary

MassMutual's Actuarial Leadership Development Program (ALDP) in Boston or Springfield offers a rotational path, designed to prepare you for leadership roles while you advance actuarial exams. As a participant you receive mentorship, work on meaningful projects, attend executive speaker series, networking lunches, and internal development programs within a Fortune 100 company.

The program starts December 2026, emphasizing collaboration, integrity, and service to customers, with community

Qualifications

• BA/BS in a quantitative field is required or preferred.
• Must have passed at least 4 actuarial exams.
• Must have at least 3 years of actuarial-related professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Rotations across actuarial functions within MassMutual.
• Mentorship from senior actuaries to guide career and exam progress.
• Participation in meaningful projects and high-profile initiatives.
• Engagement in networking events and executive speaker series to develop leadership.
• Opportunities for internal development and community involvement.

Skills

Actuarial exams passed

Leadership potential

Analytical thinking

Education

BA/BS in a quantitative field

Tools

Prophet

Excel

VBA

Job description

Actuarial Associate

Actuarial Leadership Development Program

Boston, MA or Springfield, MA

We are hiring for a start date of December 2026.

The Opportunity

MassMutual values Actuaries and their key leadership role in helping MassMutual achieve its strategic goals. The Actuarial Leadership Development Program (ALDP) provides you with all the benefits needed to not only successfully pass actuarial exams, but to prepare you for leadership roles throughout the organization. The rotational design of the program exposes students to a broad breadth of experiences as well as technical and industry knowledge. You will experience working in a diverse and established Fortune 100 Company while having fun and building relationships that will last a lifetime.

The Team

We have a current opening in the ALDP for an experienced Actuarial Associate to join our rotational program.

The Impact

As a participant in the ALDP, you will experience the following:

• Rotations: Engage in meaningful work that supports the success of the company as you are exposed to various business lines and actuarial functions through our rotational program.
• Mentors: Learn from a mentor who will work closely with you to provide career and exam guidance, development, coaching and support.
• Meaningful Projects: Apply your knowledge and skills by participating in high profile projects in a respected and highly rated company.
• Networking Lunches with Senior Actuaries: Attend networking lunches that allow you to interact with senior actuaries at MassMutual, including the Chief Actuary and Chief Investment Officer.
• Executive Speaker Series: Attend education forums presented by company leaders that will educate you on a variety of possible topics, including industry issues, line of business initiatives, and major projects. Past speakers have included the President & CEO, the CFO, and leaders of various lines of business.
• External Seminars & Meetings: Attend actuarial seminars and meetings to enhance your understanding of industry issues and network with other industry professionals.
• Corporate Learning & Development Programs: Participate in internal programs that allow you to develop leadership competencies in areas such as interpersonal relations, presentation skills, business acumen, and the like.
• Community Volunteer Opportunities: Embrace the regular opportunities to give back to the local community alongside other MassMutual employees.
• Social & Networking Events: Attend actuarial networking events with other students and company actuaries, such as mini-golf, bowling, softball, and exam recognition nights

The Minimum Qualifications

• BA or BS with a quantitative focus (e.g., Mathematics, Actuarial, Finance, Economics or related major)
• Must have passed at least 4 or more actuarial exams
• Must have at least 3 years of professional experience in an actuarial related position

The Ideal Qualifications

• Commitment to pursue Fellowship in the Society of Actuaries
• Demonstrated leadership skills from either school or work
• Strong analytical skills with hands-on experience using actuarial modeling platforms
• Experience in annuities, especially variable annuity and/or index-linked annuity, is a plus
• Experience in Prophet is a plus
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
• Strong technical skills using Excel, VBA
• Cross collaboration experience working across multiple stakeholder groups

What You Can Expect at MassMutual

• Clear areas of ownership and accountability, with work that connects directly to company and customer outcomes
• A collaborative environment where perspectives are welcomed
• Access to learning, development, and internal networks that support continuous growth and skill-building over time
• Employee-led communities and forums that foster connection, learning, and inclusion across the organization
• A culture grounded in integrity, responsibility, and stewardship—supported by a company with a strong legacy and a future-focused mindset

Salary Range:

$115,900-$152,100

At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair equitable pay, by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees.Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component.

Why Join Us.

We’ve been around since 1851. During our history, we’ve learned a few things about making sure our customers are our top priority. In order to meet and exceed their expectations, we must have the best people providing the best thinking, products and services. To accomplish this, we celebrate an inclusive, vibrant and diverse culture that encourages growth, openness and opportunities for everyone. A career with MassMutual means you will be part of a strong, stable and ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits. And your voice will always be heard.

We help people secure their future and protect the ones they love. As a company owned by our policyowners, we are defined by mutuality and our vision to put customers first. It’s more than our company structure – it’s our way of life. We are a company of people protecting people. Our company exists because people are willing to share risk and resources, and rely on each other when it counts.