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How much do director model validation jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for director model validation in the United States is $21.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Model Validation vs Model Validation Analyst?

AspectDirector Model ValidationModel Validation Analyst
CredentialsAdvanced degrees (e.g., Master’s, PhD), professional certifications (e.g., CFA, FRM)Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, relevant certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentLeadership roles overseeing teams, strategic planning, cross-department collaborationHands-on analysis, testing models, preparing reports
Industry UsageSenior-level positions in banking, finance, risk managementEntry to mid-level roles supporting validation processes

The main difference is that the Director Model Validation leads and manages validation teams, focusing on strategy and oversight, while the Model Validation Analyst performs detailed testing and analysis under supervision. The director role requires more experience, leadership skills, and higher credentials, whereas the analyst role is more technical and execution-focused.

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Infographic showing various Director Model Validation job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,648 per year, or $21.5 per hour.
Associate Actuary - Model Validation - Hybrid

Associate Actuary - Model Validation - Hybrid

D.W. Simpson

West Chester, PA • On-site

$138/hr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago


Job description

Job Description
This role could be a major step up in your career. This individual will be responsible for Variable Annuity model validation and transaction review projects. Additional responsibilities include performing User Acceptance Testing (UAT), identifying modeling improvements, and presenting findings to senior management. The successful candidate will have an ASA or FSA designation and 5+ years of experience in the financial or insurance industry, including experience validating and documenting model changes. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel, SQL, R, VBA and/or Python are required. Prior consulting and/or related M&A experience is strongly preferred. (#57687)
Compensation:
  • Salary range of $138-150K
Location:
  • West Chester, PA / Hybrid

Meet Your Recruiter
Arturo Aguilera
Director, Social Media & Marketing
Arturo joined DW Simpson in 2017 and is currently the Social Media Specialist. He is in charge of running and maintaining DW Simpson's social media presence, increasing brand awareness and improving marketing efforts.
Arturo attended Columbia College Chicago where he graduated with a BFA in Advertising Art Direction. He enjoys attending concerts, dive bars, and art museums.
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We have offices all over the United States and place professionals globally. Our expertise includes property & casualty, life, health, pension, and increasingly non-traditional areas such as risk management, catastrophe modeling, predictive modeling, financial modeling, and data analytics. Mission Our mission is to be the premier executive recruiting firm specializing in the placement of actuaries and analytics professionals; to be recognized for the best service, integrity and forthrightness that the firm brings to each business relationship; and to be willing at all times to sacrifice short-term gain for the long-term good and prosperity of our clients, our candidates and, as a result, our organization as well. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement We are dedicated to hiring and retaining diverse talent and ensuring that we treat everyone with respect and support. We embrace diversity and strive to create conditions that provide everyone with an equal opportunity to thrive. Our employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Chicago, IL, US

Year founded

1989