Many students entering the workforce today are unfamiliar with the role of executive recruiters. We have surveyed a number of actuarial recruiting firms and asked them to answer some typical questions that entry-level candidates ask about recruiters and the role they play in filling open positions in the actuarial profession. Recruiters stay in regular touch with candidates to make them aware of any open actuarial positions that exist that match their skills and interests. Recruiters make the client aware of the appropriate candidates for their position, assuming that the candidate has granted permission to do so.
Recruiters provide candidates with assistance with the job search at all stages of the process.
For example, should an interview situation arise, recruiters can provide the candidate with helpful interview tips and perhaps company information. In addition, recruiters can provide career-counseling advice and address any concerns candidates have, such as concerns about relocation and salary. The recruiters we surveyed place candidates in entry-level jobs for employers nationwide. Below are their answers to our survey questions, which provide useful information to those considering a career as an actuary. The current job market is extremely strong, enough so that we have established a separate entry-level practice and also a company that handles college recruiting for clients.