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The Actuarial Analyst is an entry-level actuarial role designed for individuals who have demonstrated strong analytical aptitude and a foundational understanding of actuarial concepts through academic achievement, actuarial examination progress, or related experience. This position is ideal for candidates who are highly motivated, intellectually curious, and eager to develop their actuarial expertise within a collaborative environment.
The Actuarial Analyst is responsible for analyzing dental experience data and supporting a variety of actuarial reporting and analytical initiatives. This role requires strong quantitative and analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to transform complex data into meaningful business insights.
Responsibilities- Perform comprehensive actuarial analyses ranging from client-specific evaluations to broader book-of-business reporting using datasets of low to moderate complexity.
- Analyze dental experience data and identify trends, patterns, and key findings to support business decision-making.
- Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation that communicate analytical results to internal stakeholders.
- Support the development and maintenance of actuarial reports, models, and analytical tools.
- Provide guidance and support to internal partners regarding actuarial reporting and analysis.
- Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of data, calculations, and reporting deliverables.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address business questions and support operational and strategic initiatives.
- Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Finance, or a related quantitative field.
- 2 or more years of related analytical or actuarial experience preferred.
- Candidates with less professional experience may be considered if they have demonstrated actuarial potential through successful completion of actuarial examinations.
- Completion of at least one actuarial examination is required for candidates without relevant work experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Intermediate written and verbal communication skills.
- Advanced mathematical and analytical skills.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Foundational SQL knowledge or the ability to learn quickly.
- Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage a high-volume, queue-based workload while maintaining accuracy and quality.
- Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across teams.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while seeking guidance when appropriate.
Base Pay Information
The national base pay range at the end is a good-faith estimate of what Delta Dental may pay for new hires. Actual pay may vary based on Delta Dental’s assessment of the candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs), related experience, education, certifications, and ability to meet required minimum job qualifications. Other factors impacting pay include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity.
Pay Grade 18. $57,500 - $120,000.
- Competitive base and incentive pay
- 401(k) with robust matching and non-matching contributions
- Rich medical & pharmacy benefits
- 100% employer-paid dental and vision benefits
- Holistic wellbeing program with deep financial incentives
- Generous paid time off plus 12 paid holidays and your birthday off
- Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
- Family support: adoption assistance, fertility treatment, child, elder & pet care assistance
- Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
- Employee discount program
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Finance, or a related quantitative field
- Completion of at least one actuarial examination
- 2 or more years of related analytical or actuarial experience
Delta Dental Insurance Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Delta Dental Insurance Company and has not been reviewed or approved by Delta Dental Insurance Company.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a standout element, including a sizable automatic 401(k) contribution plus additional matching. This boosts overall total-rewards value even when base pay is viewed as only mid-market in some areas.
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Affordable Benefits — Core coverage is framed as unusually low-cost to employees, including fully employer-paid dental and vision and low employee contribution medical options. This creates meaningful take-home value beyond cash compensation.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are described as generous, including broad PTO/holidays and additional paid leave features such as parental leave. These policies increase perceived rewards and help balance workload demands.
Delta Dental Insurance Company Insights
What We Do
At Delta Dental, we’re behind millions of smiles and counting. For over 68 years, we’ve served our communities by increasing access to affordable, quality care – but that commitment to care extends beyond the people we serve, to the dedicated employees who make those smiles genuine. We've come this far by building programs that offer opportunities for advancement, create meaningful connections, and improve the lives of our employees and their families. Because we know that when we take exceptional care of each other, we can make a positive impact for all. We champion an inspirational workplace through our commitment to trust, service, excellence and innovation. Joining us means working for a company that offers stability and balance, opportunities for leadership at all levels, and a work environment. Delta Dental of California, Delta Dental of New York, Inc., Delta Dental of Pennsylvania, and Delta Dental Insurance Company are members, or affiliates of members, of the Delta Dental Plans Association, a network of 39 Delta Dental companies throughout the country. Together with our affiliate companies, form one of the nation’s largest dental benefits delivery systems, covering over 31 million enrollees. Headquartered in San Francisco, we are members of the Delta Dental Plans Association, a network of companies that provides dental coverage to 80 million people. Delta Dental provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Delta Dental complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
