Actuarial Services Director: Pricing & Leadership

Highmark Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 287,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Inc., based in Des Moines, IA, seeks an experienced actuarial leader to manage a staff and oversee pricing and rate development. You will guide policies, supervise projects, and collaborate with underwriting, product management and sales to ensure financial objectives are met.

The role requires a strong actuarial background, ASA/ACAS and ongoing pursuit of FSA/FCAS, with a focus on accuracy and strategic pricing across large and small group products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in actuarial science, math or statistics is required.
• Minimum 8 years in an actuarial role with leadership experience.
• ASA/ACAS designation and pursuing FSA/FCAS; MAAA membership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage actuarial staff and projects, setting priorities and directing work.
• Oversee rate filings and develop pricing strategies across products.
• Provide advanced support for reserve processes and pricing development.

Skills

Actuarial methods

Supervisory

Communication

Project management

Pricing strategies

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Actuarial Science/Math/Statistics

Job description

Highmark Inc., based in Des Moines, IA, seeks an experienced actuarial leader to manage a staff and oversee pricing and rate development. You will guide policies, supervise projects, and collaborate with underwriting, product management and sales to ensure financial objectives are met.

The role requires a strong actuarial background, ASA/ACAS and ongoing pursuit of FSA/FCAS, with a focus on accuracy and strategic pricing across large and small group products.