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They also help people and organizations plan for the future and protect themselves from loss and hardships.  \nFor example, actuaries:  \n• Assess various characteristics to determine how much an insurance company should charge for auto insurance.  \n• Develop life insurance products so people can  \nfeel secure that their families will be cared for in  \n“I enjoy the actuarial profession for its complex math challenges, competitive compensation, and well-respected brand!”  \nCarlo Lahura, FCAS, Actuarial Consultant, Ernst & Young  \nthe event of an accident.  \n• Create companies’ retirement plans so their employees can retire comfortably.  \nActuaries are leading professionals who manage today’s complex risks using a combination of strong analytical skills, business knowledge, and understanding of human behavior.  \nAn entry level actuary with 1-2 exams passed will draw a starting salary of $60K–$80K (USD) depending on region and industry. Experienced Fellows have the potential to earn upwards of $250K annually.  \nA TOP-RANKED JOB  \nA career as an Actuary is hard to beat in almost every category: work environment, employment outlook, job security, growth opportunity, salary, and much more.  \nWe have the satisfaction of solving relevant problems that have an impact on society. Actuaries are well-compensated and earn while they learn. We enjoy a great work/life balance, low stress, and our work is intellectually stimulating.  \nIt only makes sense that Actuary is consistently rated as one of the best jobs in the U.S.  \n“As actuaries, our work helps society better face foreseen and unforeseen risks – we develop and maintain financial structures that allow people to navigate an uncertain future.”  \nKezia Charles, FSA, Director, Retirement, Willis Towers Watson  \nWHERE DO ACTUARIES WORK?  \nInsurance companies can’t function without actuaries, but you can also find actuaries  \nin:  \n• Consulting  \n• Government  \n• Technology companies  \n• Colleges and universities  \n• Banks and investment firms  \n• Accounting firms  \nFun fact: actuaries work in key analytical roles at technology companies like Uber, Google, and Expedia, to name a few!  \nACTUARIAL EXAMINATIONS  \nActuaries in the U.S. and Canada achieve professional status by passing a set of examinations and completing other requirements prescribed by the Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS) or the Society of Actuaries (SOA) . Most employers prefer to hire candidates who have already passed at least one or two exams.  \n”I enjoy explaining complex things in a clear manner through the ecosystem we call the insurance industry – to me, an actuary is an engineer of financial wellness.”  \nCarlos Orozco, FSA, Director and Actuary, Prudential Financial  \nActuarial candidates receive on-the-job training while completing the examination process. 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