Hybrid Health Actuarial Analyst

Marsh; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercer seeks a driven student to join its Health Actuarial and Financial Group in a hybrid role requiring three days in the office weekly. You will analyze health care data, assist in client communications, and help develop pricing for plan designs under supervision.

This is a growth-focused opportunity for actuarial-track students aiming for SOA designation. The role offers exposure to health economics, data analytics, and actuarial software, with mentorship from seasoned professionals and a

Qualifications

• Progress towards a bachelor’s degree in actuarial science, math, statistics, economics, engineering or other related fields
• Status as a currently enrolled student; expect graduation Fall 2025 or Spring 2026
• Record of top academic achievement (GPA 3.0/4.0 or higher)
• Commitment to pursuing SOA designation
• Legal work authorization in the U.S. on a permanent basis without sponsorship now or in the future

Responsibilities

• Perform responsibilities comparable to full‑time analysts with support from experienced colleagues
• Complete comprehensive analysis of health care data using spreadsheet and database management software
• Assist in the development of client communications, proposals, reports, spreadsheets, and presentations
• Perform basic cost projections using client cost and enrollment data with Mercer’s valuation model
• Price medical & prescription drug plan designs using Mercer tools
• Assist in developing customized pricing through scenario modeling of plan designs and employee contributions
• Develop basic underwriting and actuarial skills and familiarity with health care plan design and tools
• Work in a fast-paced consulting environment with colleagues across organizational levels

Job description

Mercer seeks a driven student to join its Health Actuarial and Financial Group in a hybrid role requiring three days in the office weekly. You will analyze health care data, assist in client communications, and help develop pricing for plan designs under supervision.

This is a growth-focused opportunity for actuarial-track students aiming for SOA designation. The role offers exposure to health economics, data analytics, and actuarial software, with mentorship from seasoned professionals and a