Senior Actuarial Analyst

Palomar

Senior Actuarial Analyst at Palomar working on actuarial pricing and data analysis. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance pricing models and mentor junior analysts.

Posted 6/23/2026full-timeLa Jolla • California, Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $112,500 - $172,500 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQLVBA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and enhance actuarial pricing models, tools, and methodologies to support informed underwriting decisions
Perform account- and portfolio-level pricing analyses using actuarial techniques, rating plans, and loss experience—initially focused on Casualty, with opportunities to expand into other lines.
Partner with Underwriting, Finance, Claims, and Reinsurance teams to evaluate programs, structure deals, and analyze portfolios—delivering clear insights and recommendations to stakeholders.
Lead special initiatives such as onboarding new programs, improving models, and conducting ad hoc portfolio analyses to ensure rate adequacy and operational efficiency.
Mentor junior analysts by sharing expertise, reviewing work, and supporting their development through the actuarial student program.
Contribute to monitoring portfolio performance, profitability, and emerging trends to inform business decisions and product strategies.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Typically 5–8 years of experience in an actuarial role with a focus on pricing.
Strong understanding of actuarial pricing techniques and data analytics within the property & casualty industry.
Proficiency in SQL and Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with programming languages such as Python, VBA, or R is a plus.
Minimum of 5 actuarial exams passed; ACAS or FCAS designation preferred.
Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to present findings and recommendations effectively to cross-functional teams.
Demonstrated interest in mentoring and contributing to process improvement and innovation.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full Suite of Medical Benefits
Long Term Financial Incentives – STOCK!
401k with 3.5% Automatic Fully Vested Employer Contributions
Competitive PTO + Holiday Program
Lifestyle Spending Account
Professional Development Assistance
Career Exploration Opportunities
Regular company-wide social events (even virtually!)

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Hard Skills & Tools

actuarial pricing modelspricing analysesactuarial techniquesdata analyticsSQLMicrosoft Office SuitePythonVBARportfolio performance monitoring

Soft Skills

communication skillsorganizational skillsmentoringprocess improvementinnovationstakeholder engagementanalytical thinkingteam collaborationpresentation skillsleadership

Certifications

ACASFCAS