Actuarial Associate - Actuarial Leadership Development Program

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 MassMutual offers the opportunity to do meaningful work within a purpose-driven organization that values long-term impact over short-term outcomes. In this role, you can expect:

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

MassMutual is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome all persons to apply.

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