Insurance Industry 2026 Unemployment Outlook
The unemployment outlook for the U.S. insurance industry entering 2026 is expected to remain relatively resilient, with jobless rates generally projected to be lower than the broader national average.
US Life Actuarial Outlook for 2026
Explore key trends shaping the US life actuarial market in 2026, including talent demand, evolving skills, AI adoption, and hybrid hiring strategies.
Actuaries and Data Scientists Are in the Fast Lane: What That Means for Insurance Talent
Explore how actuaries and data scientists are racing ahead in insurance talent demand. Learn about actuarial recruitment trends and what it means for hiring top talent.
Global Insurance and Reinsurance Companies lowering their operating costs by utilizing South Africa
Acumen Group specializes in interim and recruitment services for Qualified Accountants and Actuaries, with a growing demand for staffing solutions in South Africa.
VM-22: The Next Big Shift in Annuity Valuation
The NAIC’s VM-22 goes live January 1, 2026, with a three-year phase-in period before it’s fully required for new issues in 2029. Coming out of the recent ValAct meeting in Chicago, the consistent message was that VM-22 isn’t just a valuation change.
Why Life Insurers Are Moving Quickly to Hire Underwriters
The team here at Acumen has noticed an increased demand for life insurance Underwriters of late. Below are some of our thoughts on the reasons for that resurgence. Take a look and let us know if we missed anything.
Private Equity Is Changing the Game for Life & Annuity Actuaries
A growing trend that is being felt across the industry, especially by actuaries, is the pace at which private equity firms and asset managers have been buying or backing insurance companies.
Global Insurance and Reinsurance Companies Hiring Remote Staff from South Africa
The trend of hiring remote staff from South Africa is gaining momentum among insurance, reinsurance, and other financial services companies in the US, UK, Bermuda, and Cayman Islands.
US Actuarial Hiring Trends
Actuaries are in high demand, and with near-full employment across the profession (under 1% unemployment), companies must adapt their hiring strategies to stay competitive.
What to Expect in 2025: Health Actuarial Talent
As we move into 2025, the health actuarial landscape is poised for significant transformation. With economic conditions stabilizing after a slowdown in 2024, the demand for skilled actuarial professionals is set to grow. Here’s what you can expect in the coming year: