[Hiring] Senior Actuarial Analyst @Palomar

Role Description

We are seeking a driven and curious Senior Actuarial Analyst with a strong foundation in pricing to join our growing actuarial team. Reporting to the VP, Actuarial, this role contributes directly to pricing decisions across multiple business lines while developing leadership skills through mentoring, project ownership, and cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate combines technical expertise in actuarial pricing and data analysis with creativity in problem-solving, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to communicate actionable insights that drive profitable business decisions.

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Requirements

• Build strong relationships through transparency, trust, and respect for each other.
• Work in an agile environment, with a resilient mindset to find creative solutions to challenges.
• Collaborate and celebrate diverse perspectives, promoting inclusivity and equality.
• Do the right thing with strong conviction and integrity.
• Be bold and innovative to help make an impact.
• Demonstrable track record of working autonomously and driving progress.
• Be intellectually curious, think creatively, and pragmatic.

Benefits

• 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!).

Company Description

At Palomar, we are committed to diversity, equality and inclusion in all facets of the organization. We have built an open culture that celebrates the diversity of our workforce, while actively championing equality and inclusion practices that make us a company people want to work with and work for.

We believe that diversity, equality and inclusion yields greater organizational creativity and productivity, which helps us serve our customers and partners more effectively. Delivering on our diversity commitment returns greater value to our shareholders and ultimately makes a positive impact to the communities in which we do business and to the people who live in them.