Associate Director Actuarial Services - Remote

UnitedHealth Group; Hopkins (MN); Remote; USD 106,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Director of Actuarial Services to lead impactful actuarial efforts. This role involves preparing Medicare Advantage bids, conducting data analysis, and developing pricing methodologies. You'll work collaboratively with various teams to drive strategic decisions that improve health care outcomes. The position offers the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere in the U.S., allowing you to tackle challenging projects while making a difference in the lives of millions. If you are passionate about using your actuarial expertise to shape the future of health care, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Qualifications

• Lead actuarial efforts including data analysis and Excel modeling.
• Conduct and evaluate studies on pricing, utilization, and health care costs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Medicare Advantage bids submitted to CMS annually.
• Analyze forecasts and trends to help leaders make decisions.

Skills

Actuarial Analysis

Data Analysis

Excel Modeling

Forecasting

Statistical Analysis

Education

ASA Credential

5+ years of Actuarial experience

Tools

MS Excel

SAS

SQL

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 equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S as you take on some tough challenges.

As an Associate Director Actuarial Services within UHC M&R, you will lead actuarial efforts including data analysis, Excel modeling, and other actuarial analytics in support of the Medicare Advantage bid process. You will have the opportunity to lead special projects in coordination with other functional teams across the broader organization.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Prepare Medicare Advantage bids submitted to CMS annually
• Conduct data analysis and prepare reports for Medicare Advantage submissions
• Understand and interpret the key drivers of health care trends; projecting expected revenue and cost
• Develop pricing methodologies and assumptions
• Conduct and evaluate studies on pricing, utilization and health care costs
• Perform mathematical analyses and actuarial modeling to provide management with statistical findings and conclusions
• Perform quantitative analysis of actuarial, financial, utilization and costs data
• Analyze forecasts and trends to help leaders make decisions

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:

• ASA Credential or greater
• 5+ years of Actuarial experience
• Experience with Medicare Advantage
• Advanced or higher level of proficiency with MS Excel (expertise with large tables of data, formulas, and calculations)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in the finance-related field of the health care industry
• Basic or higher level of proficiency with SAS (Statistical Analysis System) and/or SQL (Structured Query Language)

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

The salary range for this role is $106,800 to $194,200 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

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.