Senior Actuarial Analyst - Remote

UnitedHealth Group•Eden Prairie, MN

15h•Remote

About The Position

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. We all know that there’s a lot more to come in the changes sweeping through the health care industry. But if change is going to shape our world, it’s comforting to know that we’re shaping the change. As a Senior Actuarial Analyst ALDP, you will be part of UnitedHealth Group’s elite actuarial team committed to changing health care through outstanding service, valuable products, measurable savings, and health care plans designed to fit members’ lives, year after year. You’ll find an accelerated actuarial development path to support you in your continuing post-graduate education and certification. You should be ready to face several demanding, diverse, and complex challenges in the actuarial space. You will need a high level of creativity to solve complex actuarial problems while also developing your leadership and project management skills. 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. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Finance or related field
On the Actuarial exam track, having passed 2 or more Actuarial exams
2+ years of Actuarial experience, with a focus on technical skill development
Intermediate or higher level of proficiency with Excel and SQL (Structured Query Language)
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

Nice To Haves

Experience working in the finance-related field of the health care industry
Basic or higher level of proficiency with SAS (Statistical Analysis System)

Responsibilities

Build and maintain actuarial models used for forecasting and tracking performance risks associated with Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans
Understand and interpret the key drivers of health care trends, projecting expected revenue and cost
Perform mathematical analyses and actuarial modeling to provide management with statistical findings and conclusions
Perform quantitative analysis of actuarial, financial, utilization and costs data
Communicate the results of your work in a meaningful way to internal stakeholders