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Hiring Trends: Which Positions Are Still in High Demand in Insurance Roles for the Rest of 2026

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Hiring Trends: Which Positions Are Still in High Demand in Insurance Roles for the Rest of 2026

If you are looking for a job in Insurance or considering a move into this field, now is a pretty interesting time to do it. Data from several labor market research firms all point in the same direction: the insurance industry worldwide is heading into a phase of cautious but steady hiring. A survey by Aon and The Jacobson Group from early 2026 found that 93% of insurance companies plan to maintain or grow their headcount this year, with the strongest focus on Technology, Claims and Underwriting roles


Asia tells a similar story. The 2026 Insurance Industry Hiring Trends and Salary Guide, which covers Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Thailand, shows that Actuarial and Compliance vacancies are taking months to fill, with some senior roles taking three to six months to close. Thailand itself is dealing with a fairly high attrition rate, sitting between 15 and 18% according to Aon, which means insurance organizations are not just competing to find new talent; they are also fighting to keep the good people they already have


This article walks through which positions in Insurance remain in high demand for the rest of 2026 and why the market is hungry for these particular roles right now



Why Insurance Keeps Running Short on People?


Before getting into specific roles, it helps to zoom out for a moment. The insurance industry is under pressure from several directions at once. New regulatory requirements like IFRS 17 demand specialized expertise. New categories of risk such as Climate Risk and Cyber Risk are things traditional insurance operations were never built to handle. On top of that, AI and Automation are reshaping what many roles actually look like day to day

At the same time, many younger professionals still see insurance as a somewhat boring, overly corporate industry to work in, which means the pipeline of new talent coming in to replace retiring workers has not kept pace. The result is that specialized roles have become genuinely scarce, and companies are competing harder with pay and benefits to attract the people who fit the bill



Positions Still in High Demand in 2026


Actuary:

This role has consistently ranked among the hardest to fill in insurance for years running, and 2026 is no different. The main driver is the full rollout of IFRS 17, which means companies specifically want Actuaries with real hands-on experience in this area. The HRnetOne report notes that professionals with verified IFRS 17 experience are still commanding 10 to 20% above market


Beyond accounting, modern actuaries increasingly need Machine Learning and Data Modeling skills, since companies are pulling Actuaries into Enterprise Risk and Analytics work rather than keeping them siloed in traditional premium calculations. In short, if you are studying Actuarial Science right now, you are on a solid track since this profession still ranks highly for stability and pay across multiple industry rankings


Underwriter for Complex and Specialized Risk:

It is worth separating two things here. Traditional Underwriters who evaluate basic risk are gradually being displaced by AI and automation, so demand for that type of role is trending slightly downward. On the other hand, underwriters who specialize in complex risk, such as Catastrophe Modeling, natural disaster risk assessment, or high-value Commercial Property, remain in strong demand because this work requires judgment and contextual understanding that AI still cannot fully replicate


Hybrid Claims Roles:

Claims work used to be seen as routine and an easy target for automation, but today's market is more nuanced. Insurers are increasingly looking for people who can handle Claims in a hybrid way, meaning they are comfortable with digital tools but also bring genuine empathy for handling complex or sensitive situations, such as disputed claims or cases that require careful judgment calls. Automation cannot fully replace this kind of work, which is why people who combine both skill sets are becoming more sought after


Data Analyst and Data Engineer for Insurance

The rise of AI-driven Underwriting and new products like Embedded Insurance or EV insurance means companies need people who understand both data and the insurance business at the same time. Roles like Data and Pricing Analyst, which blend Statistical Modeling with actuarial techniques, have become a genuine battleground for talent since this is a hybrid skill set that traditional education pipelines have not been producing fast enough


Risk Management and Compliance

With regulatory scrutiny intensifying everywhere and new risk categories like Cyber Risk and Climate Risk expanding, professionals who can think across multiple risk disciplines and communicate clearly with senior leadership are consistently in demand. This is especially true for people with a background in Cybersecurity or ESG since insurers need to manage their own risk exposure while also underwriting risk for their clients


Senior Sales and Distribution Roles:

Even though this may look like an unchanged part of the business, proven performers in roles like Commercial Lines Producer or Employee Benefits Account Executive continue to receive strong offers. Insurance revenue still depends heavily on corporate client relationships, so people who have demonstrated they can generate sales and retain clients remain a resource companies are reluctant to let go



What This Looks Like in Thailand?


For the Thai market, the picture broadly mirrors the global trend. Actuarial and Compliance roles remain scarce and take a long time to fill. Meanwhile, salary growth in Thailand's finance and insurance sector is projected at around 4.3 to 4.8% in 2026, which is moderate compared with other countries in the region. What stands out though, is that Insurance Technology and Wealth Management skills are increasingly being flagged as in demand in the Thai market, showing that local insurers are following the same Digital Transformation path as the rest of the industry



Closing Thoughts


The overall outlook for Insurance hiring through the rest of 2026 remains open for professionals with specialized skills, whether that is an Actuary who understands IFRS 17, an Underwriter who can handle complex risk, a Claims professional who blends technology with genuine customer understanding, or a Data Analyst who can connect data work to the insurance business in a meaningful way. What all of these roles share is a combination of deep traditional expertise with modern skills like AI and Data. If you are planning a career in this industry, investing in that kind of hybrid skill set looks like a smart long-term move




Frequently Asked Questions


Which Insurance positions are in the highest demand in 2026?

Actuary, Claims and Underwriting roles remain the most in demand, along with technology and data positions, since insurers need people who can handle new regulation and new categories of risk at the same time

Why is there still a shortage of Actuaries?

The full implementation of IFRS 17 has created demand for professionals with direct hands-on experience in this standard, and the pipeline of new specialists has not kept pace with market demand

AI and Automation are replacing some routine work such as basic risk assessment or simple Claims processing, but they are not replacing work that requires complex judgment or communication with clients in sensitive situations

Start with the fundamentals of the area you are interested in, such as Actuarial Science or Risk Management, then layer on modern skills like Data Analytics and a working understanding of AI, since the roles in highest demand tend to be hybrid roles that combine both skill sets

We are currently hiring for the following positions:

- Actuary (AVP)

- Branch Manager

- Head of Claim (Miscellaneous)


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