Our Mission
Best Actuarial Consultants researches, ranks, and reviews actuarial consulting firms so buyers can compare options without relying on sales pitches. Rankings are based on a consistent scorecard that looks at factors such as service lines (pensions, insurance, health, enterprise risk), relevant credentials, client types served, geographic coverage, published thought leadership, and public signals of stability and reputation. Each firm profile summarizes what the firm does, where it tends to fit (for example, a multi-country insurer vs a mid-size employer plan), and what to watch for. The site helps readers shortlist candidates faster by putting comparable facts in one place and highlighting differences that affect cost, speed, and depth of bench. Rankings are updated quarterly to reflect mergers, leadership changes, new practice areas, and shifts in market presence. Trade-offs are made clear: large firms can bring broad teams and tooling but may cost more and feel less senior day-to-day, while smaller specialists can be more hands-on but narrower in scope. Reviews and scoring rely on public information and structured criteria, so they do not replace an RFP, reference checks, or a paid trial project. Readers can see the current rankings and methodology to judge the fit and the scoring for themselves.
Unbiased
We maintain strict editorial independence. No provider can pay to influence their ranking.
Tested
Every provider is mystery shopped to verify their customer service claims.
Verified
We check licenses, insurance, and legal standing so you don't have to.
The Ranking Factors
Verified Reviews
Credentials Check
Mystery Shopping
Pricing Transparency
Eligibility Criteria
Local Reach
Serve clients on a national or international level
Experience
A minimum of five years experience in actuarial consulting
Impact
Successfully completed a minimum of 50 projects in the previous three years