Associate Actuarial Director - Remote

UnitedHealth Group; Minnetonka (MN); Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking an Associate Actuarial Director to lead actuarial analytics and data-driven strategy across health care programs. The role partners with multiple teams to influence pricing, utilization analyses, and product proposals, translating complex data into actionable insights for leadership.

The position requires 5+ years in actuarial science or related fields, ASA/FSA designation, and strong proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, SQL, and AI-driven decision making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• ASA or FSA designation.
• 5+ years of experience in actuarial science, data science, predictive analytics, or related quantitative disciplines.
• Experience gathering, analyzing, and applying competitive intelligence to support business strategy.
• Experience applying AI and large language models to solve complex business problems.
• Experience presenting technical information to leadership and non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to translate emerging technologies into practical, scalable solutions for business users.
• Proven excellent collaboration, communication, and change leadership skills.
• Advanced or higher proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint and SQL.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret key drivers of health care trends and network competitive positioning.
• Conduct and evaluate studies on pricing, utilization and health care costs; determine impact on pricing, guarantees, and health product proposals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create actionable insights and reporting.
• Perform mathematical analyses and actuarial modeling to provide management with statistical findings.
• Develop and present strategic analyses and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Collaborate with external industry partners and consultants.
• Design and run complex data programs for actuarial, financial, utilization, and cost data.

Skills

Actuarial analytics

Data science

AI in business problems

Excel

PowerPoint

SQL

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

ASA or FSA designation

Tools

SAS

Tableau

R

Python

Job description

At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and optimized. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together

Turn complex health care data into strategies that shape smarter decisions and better outcomes. As an Associate Actuarial Director, you'll use your actuarial expertise, analytics, and leadership to the forefront, supporting ASO strategy, and partnering across the business to influence results. If you're ready for high-visibility work with meaningful impact, this is your opportunity to help shape the future of health care.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.

Travel for this role will be less than 10% per year, meeting with Consultants around the country.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Analyze and interpret the key drivers of health care trends and network competitive positioning
• Conduct and evaluate studies on pricing, utilization and health care costs; determine the impact on pricing, guarantees, and health product proposals
• Collaborate with Healthcare Economics, Consultant Relations, Network, Client Management, and Client Development teams to create actionable insights and reporting
• Perform mathematical analyses and actuarial modeling to provide management with statistical findings and conclusions
• Develop and present strategic analyses and recommendations to senior leadership teams
• Collaborate with external industry business partners and consultants
• Design and run complex data programs as you perform quantitative analysis of actuarial, financial, utilization, and cost data

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• ASA (Associate of the Society of Actuaries) or FSA (Fellow of the Society of Actuaries) designation
• 5+ years of experience in actuarial science, data science, predictive analytics, or related quantitative disciplines
• Experience gathering, analyzing, and applying competitive intelligence to support business strategy
• Experience applying AI and large language models (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude) to solve complex business problems
• Experience presenting technical information to leadership and non-technical audiences
• Proven ability to translate emerging technologies into practical, scalable solutions for business users
• Proven excellent collaboration, communication, and change leadership skills
• Advanced or higher proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint and SQL

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency with SAS (Statistical Analysis System)
• Experience in health care consulting, payer, or employer-sponsored health plan environments
• Basic proficiency with Tableau and/or R and/or Python

Key Competencies:

• Anticipates business needs and proactively develops solutions to address them
• Solves complex problems through innovative and data-driven approaches
• Performs advanced analytical and conceptual evaluations to support decision-making
• Influences cross-functional stakeholders and business outcomes through insight and expertise
• Translate complex analytical findings into clear, actionable recommendations for leadership
• May lead projects, strategic initiatives, or cross-functional workgroups
• Build solid partnerships and collaborate effectively across the organization

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $112,700 to $193,200 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.