Health Actuary – Analyst III

Marsh McLennan; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 74,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

401K plan

Employee assistance program

Health and welfare benefits

Job summary

Mercer in New York is seeking a Health Actuary - Analyst III to support health benefits strategies for employer clients. You will manage client projects, build financial projections, and present deliverables with senior teams.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of consulting/insurance experience, actuarial exams, and strong analytical, communication, and project-management skills. This role offers a competitive base salary and a comprehensive rewards package.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of relevant work experience in consulting, insurance, finance, human resources or accounting
• BA/BS degree in actuarial science, math, finance, economics or related field
• Two or more actuarial exams passed preferred
• Excellent analytical skills – experience in data analysis or financial modeling
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proven project management skills and creative problem-solving abilities

Responsibilities

• The Health & Benefits actuarial consulting analyst is responsible for managing client projects that focus on employers’ health benefits strategies, including financial projections, carrier selection, plan design optimization, employee contribution setting, IBNP valuations, benchmarking, well-being initiatives, and renewal negotiations
• The actuarial consulting analyst will create client deliverables, provide direction to junior analysts, serve as a financial client contact, and present deliverables to clients in partnership with senior members of client teams

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial modeling

Written communication

Oral communication

Project management

Education

BA/BS in actuarial science, math, finance, economics or related field

Two or more actuarial exams passed

Job description

Company:

Mercer

Description:

At Mercer, we make a difference in the lives of more than 110 million people every day by advancing their health, wealth, and careers. We’re in the business of creating exciting and rewarding futures for our clients and their employees — whether we’re designing affordable health plans, securing finances for retirement or aligning employees with workforce strategy. Capitalizing on analysis and insights as catalysts for change, we anticipate and understand the impact of business decisions, now and in the future. Our holistic view and deep expertise allow us to see client’s current and future needs through a lens of innovation and impact and every idea and solution we offer.

We are seeking a Health Actuary - Analyst III which can be located in our New York Mercer office.

What can you expect?

• TheHealth & Benefits (H&B) actuarial consulting analyst is responsible for managing client projects that focus on employers’ health benefits strategies, including financial projections, carrier selection, plan design optimization, employee contribution setting, IBNP valuations, benchmarking, well-being initiatives, and renewal negotiations

• The actuarial consulting analyst will create client deliverables, provide direction to junior analysts, serve as a financial client contact, and present deliverables to clients in partnership with senior members of client teams

What’s in it for you?

• We are the globalleader in the human resources consulting.

• As part of Mercer, we offer top-notch benefits: multiple medical, dental, and vision plans with choices to fit all needs and budgets - benefits coverage starting Day 1

• In addition, Mercer has other benefits anddiscounts on products and services, and more!

What you need to have:

• 2-5 years of relevant work experience in consulting, insurance, finance, human resources or accounting

• BA/BS degree in actuarial science, math, finance, economics or related field

• Two or more actuarial exams passed preferred

• Excellent analytical skills – experience in data analysis or financial modeling

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Proven project management skills and creative problem-solving abilities

What makes you stand out:

• Work experience in actuarial consulting, especially within healthcare

• One or two exams away from earning ASA designation

• Demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple complex projects simultaneously

• Experience presenting technical concepts to a non-technical audience

Marsh is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting [e-mail].

The applicable base salary range for this role is $73,500 to $147,000.

The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance‑based incentives.

We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.

Applications will be accepted until:

November 23, 2026