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  • Government Health Actuary Consultant
    Deloitte    Tempe, AZ 85282
     Posted about 17 hours    

    Are you interested in working in a dynamic environment that offers opportunities for professional growth and new responsibilities? Are you interested in helping clients drive alignment with their business, improve organizational and human resource performance and establish a culture focused on adding business value? That is what the new generation of human resource transformation is all about. If you are seeking a role that offers you the opportunity to advise Government and Public Services (GPS) clients through critical and complex issues, while allowing you to develop personally and professionally, consider a career in Deloitte's Human Capital practice.

    Work you'll do

    As a Government Health Actuary - Consultant in Deloitte's Human Capital Actuarial and Insurance Solutions Practice, you will assist Deloitte Managers, Senior Managers, and Partners in providing strategic and technical consulting services to Federal and State governments, employer groups, and other public entities.

    At Deloitte, you can be a part of the transformation of the health care sector. Deloitte's health actuaries are participating in the development of evidence-based medicine, social drivers of health, and the transition of payments from paying for what is done to paying for the value provided. These types of problems require actuaries who are not only technically strong, but also can be innovative, capable of addressing ill defined, complex problems and have a business orientation.

    The team

    Deloitte's Government and Public Services (GPS) practice - our people, ideas, technology and outcomes-is designed for impact. Serving federal, state, & local government clients as well as public higher education institutions, our team of over 15,000+ professionals brings fresh perspective to help clients anticipate disruption, reimagine the possible, and fulfill their mission promise.

    The Organization Transformation offering (OT) focuses on transforming the organization (and the providers that serve them) to support its business strategy. This includes changing the organization's culture, modernizing specific functions and re-designing the structure of an organization. Organization Transformation can occur at the enterprise, business unit, or functional level, involves both employers and providers across the Human Capital ecosystem, and requires a combination of change management actions to execute the transformation.

    Qualifications

    Required:

    + 3 + years of health actuary experience and consulting and/or health plan/insurance company experience

    + 1 + years' experience with Medicaid managed care capitation rate development and/or fee-for-service rate development

    + Ability to travel 25%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve

    + Bachelor's Degree Required

    + Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future

    Preferred:

    + Experience leading and/or working with teams

    + Experience with Medicaid waivers (i.e., 1115, 1915 b/c, 1332)

    + Experience with risk adjustment mechanisms

    + Experience with health care reform and working knowledge of the individual medical and small group markets

    + Experience with Medicare products, including Medicare Advantage or Medicare Supplement products for various enrollee types

    + Experience with product design and/or product strategy

    + Experience with reimbursement models including value based care/ACO modeling

    + Ability to program using SQL

    + ASA with progression to FSA, FSA, or career ASA designation

    The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $80,550 to $134,250.

    You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

    Information for applicants with a need for accommodation: https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/careers/articles/join-deloitte-assistance-for-disabled-applicants.html

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Government Health Actuary Senior Consultant
    Deloitte    Tempe, AZ 85282
     Posted about 17 hours    

    Are you interested in working in a dynamic environment that offers opportunities for professional growth and new responsibilities? Are you interested in helping clients drive alignment with their business, improve organizational and human resource performance and establish a culture focused on adding business value? That is what the new generation of human resource transformation is all about. If you are seeking a role that offers you the opportunity to advise Government and Public Services (GPS) clients through critical and complex issues, while allowing you to develop personally and professionally, consider a career in Deloitte's Human Capital practice.

    The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $108,000 to $188,000.

    You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

    Work you'll do

    As a Government Health Actuary - Senior Consultant in Deloitte's Human Capital Actuarial and Insurance Solutions Practice, you will assist Deloitte Managers, Senior Managers, and Partners in providing strategic and technical consulting services to Federal and State governments, employer groups, and other public entities.

    At Deloitte, you can be a part of the transformation of the health care sector. Deloitte's health actuaries are participating in the development of evidence-based medicine, social drivers of health, and the transition of payments from paying for what is done to paying for the value provided. These types of problems require actuaries who are not only technically strong, but also can be innovative, capable of addressing ill defined, complex problems and have a business orientation.

    The team

    Deloitte's Government and Public Services (GPS) practice - our people, ideas, technology and outcomes-is designed for impact. Serving federal, state, & local government clients as well as public higher education institutions, our team of over 15,000+ professionals brings fresh perspective to help clients anticipate disruption, reimagine the possible, and fulfill their mission promise.

    The Organization Transformation offering (OT) focuses on transforming the organization (and the providers that serve them) to support its business strategy. This includes changing the organization's culture, modernizing specific functions and re-designing the structure of an organization. Organization Transformation can occur at the enterprise, business unit, or functional level, involves both employers and providers across the Human Capital ecosystem, and requires a combination of change management actions to execute the transformation.

    Qualifications

    Required:

    + 4 + years of health actuary experience and consulting and/or health plan/insurance company experience

    + 1 years' experience with Medicaid managed care capitation rate development and/or fee-for-service rate development

    + ASA with progression to FSA, FSA, or career ASA designation

    + Bachelors Degree required

    + Ability to travel up to 25%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve

    + Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future

    Preferred:

    + Experience leading team

    + Experience with Medicaid waivers (i.e., 1115, 1915 b/c, 1332)

    + Experience with risk adjustment mechanisms

    + Experience with health care reform and working knowledge of the individual medical and small group markets

    + Experience with Medicare products, including Medicare Advantage or Medicare Supplement products for various enrollee types

    + Familiarity with group insurance products including disability, long term care, etc.

    + Experience with product design and/or product strategy

    + Experience with reimbursement models including value based care/ACO modeling

    + Ability to program using SQL

    Information for applicants with a need for accommodation: https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/careers/articles/join-deloitte-assistance-for-disabled-applicants.html

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Actuarial Products & Platforms Configuration Insurance Manager - Location Negotiable
    Accenture    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted about 17 hours    

    Attention life insurance actuaries! Accenture is delivering on the promise of technology and human ingenuity that can help our leading insurance carrier clients drive greater sustained value from the Accenture Life Insurance & Annuity Platform (ALIP).

    We Are

    Transforming the insurance industry of yesterday. We apply some of today’s latest technologies in AI, data analytics, and automation. Our team of over 675 life and annuity industry professionals is helping some of the most recognized insurance brands drive growth with digital innovation, platform modernization, improved product distribution, and personalized customer experiences. Through an ecosystem of top insurtech partners, we’re expanding the ALIP platform’s capabilities to provide even greater opportunity for our clients to differentiate and scale business growth.

    You Are

    An experienced Life Insurance and Annuity professional who has years of experience in the industry. You have a good understanding of the industry products and business processes. You have experience working with software which supports insurance products. As a Product Configuration Lead you will support design and configuration of software implementations for life and annuity products in the Accenture Life Insurance & Annuity Platform (ALIP). You will interact with client companies to understand their products and recommend the best way to implement them in ALIP. To be successful in this role, you need to understand client product requirements and be able to translate them into ALIP configuration designs. You need to be able to work across the implementation team and ensure that the product configuration supports the business processes and integration needs. You will support development and testing teams during the project.

    The Work

    The ideal candidate will have a solid working knowledge of individual life insurance and annuity products, with experience implementing these products in administrative or illustration systems. We are open to candidates with product development experience for these types of products, provided they also have some technical expertise. Specifically, candidates should have experience in L&A Product Design and Configuration, feel comfortable working directly with clients’ product teams, and enjoy collaborating in a team environment.

    As a Product Configuration Manager, you will be responsible for:

    + Requirement gathering and analysis, configuration design, build, and test using ALIP Product Configuration to meet business process and application requirements.

    + Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and deploy ALIP and surrounding solutions.

    + Manage product configuration development using Product Development Management methodologies.

    + Ensure the quality and integrity of the application by conducting detailed analysis and testing.

    Travel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 0 to 100% depending on business need and client requirements.

    Here’s What You Need

    + Minimum 3 years’ experience with individual life insurance and annuity product design

    + Minimum 3 years’ experience implementing individual life insurance and/or annuity products in administrative or illustration systems

    + Minimum 1 year past experience with any US-based life insurance and/or annuity administration system like ALIP or working on the product team of a US carrier

    + Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience. (If Associate’s Degree, must have minimum 6 years work experience)

    Bonus Points If

    + You have a minimum 3 years’ experience in business consulting or technical consulting

    + You completed one or more actuarial exams

    + Familiarity with group insurance

    Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York or Washington as set forth below.We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

    Information on benefits is here. (https://www.accenture.com/us-en/careers/local/total-rewards)

    Role Location Annual Salary Range

    California $94,400 to $266,300

    Colorado $94,400 to $230,000

    District of Columbia $100,500 to $245,000

    Illinois $87,400 to $230,000

    Minnesota $94,400 to $230,000

    Maryland $87,400 to $213,000

    New York $87,400 to $266,300

    Washington $100,500 to $245,000

    What We Believe

    We have an unwavering commitment to diversity with the aim that every one of our people has a full sense of belonging within our organization. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture has the responsibility to create and sustain an inclusive environment.

    Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to our culture and core values. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. Read more here (https://www.accenture.com/us-en/about/inclusion-diversity/us-workforce)

    Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

    Accenture is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion or sexual orientation.

    All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

    Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.

    For details, view a copy of the Accenture Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy Statement (https://www.accenture.com/content/dam/accenture/final/accenture-com/document/Annual-Policy-Statement-Regarding-EEO-2023-Applicant.pdf#zoom=50) .

    Requesting An Accommodation

    Accenture is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.

    If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with Accenture and have accommodation needs for a disability or religious observance, please call us toll free at 1 (877) 889-9009, send us an email (https://www.accenture.com/us-en/about/contact-us) or speak with your recruiter.

    Other Employment Statements

    Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

    Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration.

    Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.

    The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Healthcare Actuary
    The Cigna Group    Scottsdale, AZ 85258
     Posted 1 day    

    This position will provide external actuarial analytics support within the regulated Medicare market and Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) Healthplan space.

    The Actuarial Strategy role is designed to provide a designated full time support to Express-Script’s external client’s Medicare Part D business. This role will matrix with internal leadership within trend, formulary, clinical, knowledge solutions, sales & account management, and supply teams. The role will assist in development of actuarial analyses for Medicare Part D business, including but not limited to; special CMS programs, drug expense analyses and projections, financial forecasts, actuarial modeling, pharmacy network optimization strategies, manufacturer rebates optimization, regulatory impact assessment, and ad hoc actuarial analyses as needed.

    The position requires an experienced strategic viewpoint in wide variety of actuarial prescription drug subjects within the enterprise, industry, and regulatory environments.

    **The Essential Responsibilities of the Role include:**

    Product Support / Development

    + Co-lead development of Actuarial analytics products for Express Scripts existing Part D Plans

    + Perform financial analyses of proposed regulatory changes, demonstration programs, and other special programs by CMS to determine financial impact on various entities within the drug supply chain

    + Develop actuarial models to aid in prospective projections of Medicare Part D Plan client’s plan liability and premium impact sensitivities

    + Build actuarial models and project management functions to accelerate and safeguard improvements in the development of analytics tools to identify gaps in the Medicare Part D market

    + Lead studies to aid in identification of gaps in the Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Health market to aid in development of strategies to help close identified gaps

    Analytics Support to Part D Plans

    + Drive strategic discussion to develop analytics road map to optimize Part-D revenue optimization and cost-reduction strategies for Medicare Part D Health Plans: PDP, MAPD, and Special Needs Program (SNPs)

    + Review Medicare Part D Plan bid assumptions for Regulated Medicare Part D Health Plans

    + Create analytics for Medicare Part D Bids substantiation for Desk Review and Medicare Part D audits

    + Utilize independent judgement and discretion to perform complex customized actuarial analyses for Part D Health Plans

    Cross-Functional Financial Support

    + Collaborate with internal Express-Scripts business partners and external vendors to determine operation feasibility and financial ramifications of special programs

    + Apply distinct Part D subject matter expertise (SME) to facilitate analytics capabilities, measure performance and aid in problem solving, and creation of actionable insights for technical teams within Express-Scripts enterprise

    + Cross-functional collaboration within Express-Scripts enterprise Medicare Part D financial and operational strategy development. Examples include:

    + Advanced trend analytics

    + Medical Loss Ratio (MLR) / member profitability projections

    + Formulary Strategy

    + Clinical Analytics around prescription drugs pipeline products

    + Out of Pocket Cost

    + Member risk score analysis / benchmarking

    + Quantification of impact of regulatory proposals and changes

    + Regulated Part D Health Plan Financial Reconciliation Support

    + Assimilate macro and micro trends, develop benchmarks, gather competitive intelligence to develop market competitive strategies

    + Train and educate non-actuarial internal teams on Medicare Part D market financial and analytics components

    **Qualifications**

    + Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science, Economics, Statistics, Finance or other quantitative field strongly preferred

    + 5+ years of actuarial experience or 3+ years of consulting experience

    + ASA (or near ASA) strongly preferred; FSA preferred

    + Part D Prescription Drug or Part D bid development consulting experience preferred

    + Regulated Markets Medicare Part D Experience Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) / Healthcare / pharmaceutical experience preferred; consulting experience strongly preferred

    + Track record of managing multiple projects and teams that deliver client driven growth, insightful actions

    + Proven capabilities in modeling, forecasting, and predictive analytics

    + Strong communication and presentation skills; written/ verbal proficiency

    + Strong leadership skills

    + Coding skills in either SQL, R, SAS, or Python strongly preferred

    + Preferred: Extensive understanding of US Prescription drug supply chain and Medicare knowledge, with specific acumen in Part D, including but not limited to:

    + Part D Bid Development, Desk Review & Audits

    + CMS Regulatory Compliance / Reporting

    + Financial Reconciliation Modeling

    + Trend Analyses

    + Formulary Modeling Experience

    + Network Optimization Modeling

    + Rebates Modeling

    + Market Landscape analytics

    + Risk Score Modeling

    + Ability to gather and analyze information, execute a map and execute strategies designed to aid in growth of existing business and building of new businesses preferred

    + Ability to structure ambiguous actuarial and financial analyses, and synthesize and communicate complex analyses in simple and digestible data driven takeaways to internal and external senior leadership teams preferred

    If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.

    For this position, we anticipate offering an annual salary of 109,400 - 182,300 USD / yearly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location.

    This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.

    We want you to be healthy, balanced, and feel secure. That’s why you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year and paid holidays. For more details on our employee benefits programs, visit Life at Cigna Group .

    **About Evernorth Health Services**

    Evernorth Health Services, a division of The Cigna Group, creates pharmacy, care and benefit solutions to improve health and increase vitality. We relentlessly innovate to make the prediction, prevention and treatment of illness and disease more accessible to millions of people. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.

    _Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws._

    _If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process, please email:_ [email protected]_ _for support. Do not email_ [email protected]_ _for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response._

    _The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State._

    _Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances._


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Life Actuarial Solutions Analyst Senior - Life Company
    USAA    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 3 days    

    **Why USAA?**

    Let’s do something that really matters.

    At USAA, we have an important mission: facilitating the financial security of millions of U.S. military members and their families. Not all of our employees served in our nation’s military, but we all share in the mission to give back to those who did. We’re working as one to build a great experience and make a real impact for our members.

    We believe in our core values of honesty, integrity, loyalty and service. They’re what guides everything we do – from how we treat our members to how we treat each other. Come be a part of what makes us so special!

    **The Opportunity**

    USAA is seeking a talented **Life Actuarial Solutions Analyst Senior** to join the Life Company’s Modeling Operations Team. This is a diverse team that supports the complex life actuarial modeling ecosystem, which consumes data from multiple sources across USAA to support actuarial functions.

    As a Life Actuarial Solutions Analyst Senior, you will support Life/Annuity/Health actuarial work through one or more of the following activities: data extraction, data transformation, validation and analysis, and system functionality oversight and integration. Responsible for providing technical and analytical solutions for one or more of the following functions: pricing and product development, experience studies, actuarial assumption reviews, reserve calculations, financial reporting, asset liability management or competitive analysis.

    This position can work remotely in the continental U.S. with occasional business travel.

    **What you'll do:**

    + Independently extracts, integrates and transforms data from a multitude of sources, and may identify new sources.

    + Reconciles and validates data accuracy, and reasonability of actuarial or financial information.

    + Prepares reports, reserve estimates, journal entries, financial statements, industry surveys and/or special studies, analyzes data, and recommends solutions.

    + Develops comprehensive and innovative solutions that impact productivity to improve actuarial tools and processes.

    + Resolves unique and complex issues and navigates obstacles to deliver work product.

    + Develops cost benefit analysis.

    + Provides insight to management on issues and serves as a resource to team members on escalated issues of an unusual nature.

    + Leads projects related to actuarial solutions including automation, IT projects, or product development initiatives.

    + Oversees requirement development process through testing and implementation.

    + Demonstrates in depth understanding to identify and resolve issues or potential defects.

    + Maintains processes, procedures and tools, and ensures all regulatory requirements and internal controls are adhered to.

    + Works with business partners to understand key regulatory implications that impact processes and may develop processes to comply with new or changing regulations.

    + May respond to audit requests and oversees coordination of responses to internal and external audit, such as Department of Insurance examination, as well as other audit reports.

    + Anticipates and analyzes trends or deviations from forecast, plan or other projections.

    + Presents recommendations and communicates solutions to business partners and management in a clear, concise, logical and organized manner.

    + Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.

    **What you have:**

    + Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of related experience (in addition to the minimum years of experience required) may be substituted in lieu of degree. (Total of 10 years of experience without bachelor’s degree)

    + 6 or more years of technical experience as an analyst or other relevant technical work experience

    **What sets you apart:**

    + US military experience through military service or a military spouse/domestic partner

    + Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, computer science, statistics, economics, finance, actuarial science, or another similar quantitative field

    + Experience with SQL or similar programming languages.

    + Experience working in IT for a life insurance company.

    + Experience supporting projects for actuarial or modeling functions.

    + Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor the content for varying audiences.

    + Strong aptitude for problem solving and technology.

    + Quick learner, self-starter, and ability to work well autonomously and with others.

    The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

    **What we offer:**

    **Compensation:** USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. **The actual salary for this role may vary by location.** The salary range for this position is: **$93,770 - $179,240.**

    Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.

    **Benefits:** At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning, and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.

    For more details on our outstanding benefits, please visit our benefits page on USAAjobs.com.

    _Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting._

    _USAA is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic._

    **If you are an existing USAA employee, please use the internal career site in OneSource to apply.**

    **Please do not type your first and last name in all caps.**

    **_Find your purpose. Join our mission._**

    USAA is unlike any other financial services organization. The mission of the association is to facilitate the financial security of its members, associates and their families through provision of a full range of highly competitive financial products and services; in so doing, USAA seeks to be the provider of choice for the military community. We do this by upholding the highest standards and ensuring that our corporate business activities and individual employee conduct reflect good judgment and common sense, and are consistent with our core values of service, loyalty, honesty and integrity.

    USAA attributes its long-standing success to its most valuable resource: our 35,000 employees. They are the heart and soul of our member-service culture. When you join us, you'll become part of a thriving community committed to going above for those who have gone beyond: the men and women of the U.S. military, their associates and their families. In order to play a role on our team, you don't have to be connected to the military yourself – you just need to share our passion for serving our more than 13 million members.

    USAA is an EEO/AA Employer - applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

    California applicants, please review our HR CCPA - Notice at Collection (https://statmcstg.usaa.com/mcontent/static\_assets/Media/enterprise\_hr\_cpra\_notice\_at\_collection.pdf) here.

    USAA is an EEO/AA Employer - applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • AVP, Actuarial (Retirement Plan Services)
    Lincoln Financial Group    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 5 days    

    **Alternate Locations:** Work from Home; Fort Wayne, IN (Indiana); Hartford, CT (Connecticut); Radnor, PA (Pennsylvania)

    **Work Arrangement:**

    Remote : Work at home employee residing outside of a commutable distance to an office location.

    **Relocation assistance:** is not available for this opportunity.

    **Requisition #:** 73581

    **The Role at a Glance**

    This position provides leadership, direction and functional expertise to ensure departmental results for our Retirement Plan Services team. You will direct and provide subject matter expertise on the design and execution of actuarial models and analysis. In addition, you will contribute to the development of Actuarial strategy and ensure the design and execution of actuarial models and associated analysis to enable and support fact-based decision making by management.

    **What you'll be doing**

    + Oversees Assumption Governance, Rate Setting, and Risk Management functions

    + Contributes to the strategy development for actuarial trends, issues and/or concerns.

    + Anticipates and provides strategies/solutions to complex actuarial problems or trends.

    + Directs actuarial projects with broad impact to the enterprise, delegating work and providing appropriate levels of support and responsibility to employees.

    + Partners effectively with various levels of management and other stakeholders to generate high-quality decisions.

    + Provides guidance on structure of actuarial models and assumption development and proper balance of precision and timeliness.

    + Monitors developments in actuarial industry and translates this information to business solutions.

    + Leads the research, design and implementation of actuarial modeling techniques and tools to support current/future business needs.

    + Directs and enhances organizational initiatives by positively influencing and supporting change management and/or departmental/enterprise initiatives.

    + Identifies and directs strategic process improvements that significantly reduce workloads or improve quality across the team, department and/or business unit.

    + Provides subject matter expertise to team members and internal/external stakeholders on complex assignments/projects.

    + Provides training and development opportunities, including stretch assignments, for team members and gives honest and open feedback to aid in the development of talent.

    + Provides strategic leadership and direction to continually improve the capability and results.

    + Directs/executes approved strategy decisions and contributes to strategy creation.

    + Ensures that top talent is hired and retained.

    **What we’re looking for**

    _Must-Haves:_

    + 4 Year/Bachelor's degree (or equivalent)

    + 10+ Years of experience years in actuarial science that directly aligns with the specific responsibilities for this position, including 3+ years of managerial, supervisory, and/or demonstrated leadership experience including influencing senior management/critical stakeholders experience

    + Upon Hire Certifications/Licensures: (FSA designation or ASA designation with additional years actuarial experience)

    _Nice-to-Haves:_

    + 2+ years Retirement Plan Services experience

    **Application Deadline**

    Applications for this position will be accepted through February 28, 2025, subject to earlier closure due to applicant volume.

    **What’s it like to work here?**

    At Lincoln Financial Group, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future.

    **What’s in it for you:**

    + Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each Lincoln leadership Attribute.

    + Leadership development and virtual training opportunities

    + PTO/parental leave

    + Competitive 401K and employee benefits (https://hrdirectdocs.lfg.com/misc/HR/Recruiting/BenefitsResourcesGuide.pdf)

    + Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program

    + Tuition assistance program

    + A leadership team that prioritizes your health and well-being; offering a remote work environment and flexible work hybrid situations

    + Effective productivity/technology tools and training

    The pay range for this position is $146,501 - $264,700 with **anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range** and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law. Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Lincoln’s total rewards package for employees. In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual. Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln’s standard benefits package.

    **About The Company**

    Lincoln Financial Group helps people to plan, protect and retire with confidence. As of Dec. 31, 2023, approximately 17 million customers trust our guidance and solutions across four core businesses – annuities, life insurance, group protection and retirement plan services. As of December 31, 2023, the company had $295 billion in end-of-period account balances, net of reinsurance. Headquartered in Radnor, Pa., Lincoln Financial Group is the marketing name for Lincoln National Corporation (NYSE: LNC) and its affiliates. Learn more at LincolnFinancial.com.

    Lincoln is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive (https://www.lfg.com/public/aboutus/companyoverview/diversityinclusion?audience\_page\_id=1422918942386) environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

    Follow us on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/lincolnfinancialgroup) , X (https://mobile.twitter.com/lincolnfingroup) , LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/4307?trkInfo=tas%3Alincoln+financial%2Cidx%3A3-1-3&trk=tyah) , and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/lincolnfingroup/) . For the latest company news, visit our newsroom (https://www.lincolnfinancial.com/public/aboutus/newsroom) .

    **Be Aware of Fraudulent Recruiting Activities**

    If you are interested in a career at Lincoln, we encourage you to review our current openings and apply on our website. Lincoln values the privacy and security of every applicant and urges all applicants to diligently protect their sensitive personal information from scams targeting job seekers. These scams can take many forms including fake employment applications, bogus interviews and falsified offer letters.

    Lincoln will not ask applicants to provide their social security numbers, date of birth, bank account information or other sensitive information in job applications. Additionally, our recruiters do not communicate with applicants through free e-mail accounts (Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or conduct interviews utilizing video chat rooms. We will never ask applicants to provide payment during the hiring process or extend an offer without conducting a phone, live video or in-person interview. Please contact Lincoln's fraud team at [email protected] if you encounter a recruiter or see a job opportunity that seems suspicious.

    **Additional Information**

    This position may be subject to Lincoln’s Political Contribution Policy. An offer of employment may be contingent upon disclosing to Lincoln the details of certain political contributions. Lincoln may decline to extend an offer or terminate employment for this role if it determines political contributions made could have an adverse impact on Lincoln’s current or future business interests, misrepresentations were made, or for failure to fully disclose applicable political contributions and or fundraising activities.

    Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted through our web site or to personal e-mail accounts of employees of Lincoln Financial Group are considered property of Lincoln Financial Group and are not subject to payment of agency fees.

    Lincoln Financial Group (“LFG”) is an Equal Opportunity employer and, as such, is committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, compensate, train and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, Veteran status, or genetic information. Applicants are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications. If you are a person with a disability that impedes your ability to express your interest for a position through our online application process, or require TTY/TDD assistance, contact us by calling 260-455-2558.

    This Employer Participates in E-Verify. See the E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov) notices.

    Este Empleador Participa en E-Verify. Ver el E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/es) avisos.

    Lincoln Financial Group ("LFG") is an Equal Opportunity employer and, as such, is committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, compensate, train and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, veterans status, or genetic information. Opportunities throughout LFG are available to employees and applicants and are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications. We have a drug free work environment and we perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Pricing Analyst V
    Amentum    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 5 days    

    Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Headquartered in Virginia, we have more than 53,000 employees in approximately 80 countries across all 7 continents.

    The Mission Solutions Group at Amentum seeks a **Pricing Analyst V** to lead activities associated with the development of cost/price proposals, including strategic planning, analysis, spreadsheet development, and budget analysis. This is a **remote-telework position** ; a candidate within driving distance to an Amentum HQ facility (Chantilly, VA, Fort Worth, TX, or Las Vegas, NV) is **preferred** or a candidate with the ability to **travel** **10-20%** is **preferred** . **US citizenship is required.**

    **Principal Accountabilities**

    + Oversees cost/price volume responses for medium to complex proposals with minimal supervision

    + Prepares cost models, cost narratives and any other cost/price volume requirements

    + Ensures compliance with the estimating system manual as well as other policies and procedures

    + Performs quality assurance reviews to ensure that cost/price volume components are accurate and responsive to solicitation requirements

    + Develops and implements proposal strategies for achieving company objectives

    + Provides pricing guidance and support, as required, to field personnel performing pricing related activities

    + Acts as a mentor, coordinating and directing other members of the pricing staff on larger complex proposals

    + Interfaces with Operations, Business Development and Functional Support groups to obtain/develop data necessary for developing prices or other components of a cost/price volume

    **Knowledge & Skills**

    + Understanding of proposal development and strategy that includes contract cost and pricing principles that translates efforts in acquiring new and follow-on business

    + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

    + Ability to review and write pricing narrative responses

    + Extensive knowledge of Federal Acquisition regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFAR), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)

    + Working knowledge of U.S. Government structure and agency acquisition procedures and policies for identifying and developing potential business opportunities

    + Extensive knowledge of the components of basis of estimates and bills of materials

    + Advanced Excel and mathematical skills

    **Experience & Education**

    + Bachelor’s degree in an associated discipline; two (2) years’ experience in contracts or pricing may be substituted for each year of the four (4) years of college.

    + Twelve (12) years’ experience in cost proposal preparation or cost proposal development; relevant finance experience may be considered for some years in lieu of cost proposal preparation and development; 8 years’ experience with a Master’s degree.

    + Demonstrated ability to work efficiently under conditions of multiple deadlines and changing priorities to produce a large volume of high-quality material with keen attention to detail. Must be able to work extended hours, often with short notice, to meet deadlines.

    + **Travel may be required to an Amentum HQ facilities, anticipated 10-20% travel.**

    + **US Citizenship is required.**

    + Experience in base operations support, range operations, Space Force, NASA contracts is **preferred.**

    + A candidate within driving distance to an **Amentum HQ facility** (Chantilly, VA, Fort Worth, TX, or Las Vegas, NV) is **preferred.**

    Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language at EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters) and Labor Laws Posters (https://protect-us.mimecast.com/s/MI5TC2kqOqsOBPMVfnZ32U) .


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Associate Actuary, Corporate Valuation Variable Annuities (Remote Consideration)
    Lincoln Financial Group    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 6 days    

    **Alternate Locations:** Radnor, PA (Pennsylvania); Charlotte, NC (North Carolina); Fort Wayne, IN (Indiana); Greensboro, NC (North Carolina); Hartford, CT (Connecticut); Omaha, NE (Nebraska); Work from Home

    **Work Arrangement:**

    Remote : Work at home employee residing outside of a commutable distance to an office location.

    **Relocation assistance:** is not available for this opportunity.

    **Requisition #:** 74101

    **The Role at a Glance**

    The Actuarial Development Program (ADP) at Lincoln Financial Group is an industry-leading program that demonstrates Lincoln Financial’ s commitment to creating highly qualified business leaders. As an ADP participant, you’ll be able to explore your unique interests while developing the essential actuarial, technical, management, communication, and leadership skills you need to succeed. The Actuarial Development Program includes a series of rotations, typically every 18-24 months. For each rotation, roles are available in different business areas including Life and Annuities, Retirement and Group Protection. Experience gained will enable participants to become well-rounded actuaries with knowledge that may include Product Development, Pricing, Reinsurance, Inforce Management, Valuation, Financial Projections, Risk Management, Financial Planning & Analysis, Financial Strategy & Management, Appointed Actuary, Experience Studies, Modeling and Data Analytics & Actuarial Transformation.

    ADP participants are expected to pass the Society of Actuaries’ exams at a prescribed pace. The program is designed to support you as you work towards your FSA and provide the training and resources necessary to become a well-rounded actuarial leader.

    Additional Program Highlights:

    + Highly competitive compensation package with salary increases and bonuses upon successful exam completion

    + Social and training opportunities to enhance skills, network with ADP participants and build long-lasting industry relationships

    + Dedicated leaders and mentors to assist with career development

    + Work with actuarial and data science software and technologies including MG-ALFA, Axis, Prophet, Dataiku, R, and Tableau

    + Generous study time allowances for each exam session

    + Payment and/or reimbursement of actuarial exam fees, materials, review courses, and seminars taken during the program

    **What you'll be doing**

    In this role, you will produce the quarterly and monthly valuations for Lincoln’s variable annuity block of business and develop actuarial, regulatory and modeling expertise.

    + Produce statutory reserves and capital results under VM-21 for reporting and Lincoln’s VA hedging program.

    + Partner with Market Risk Management to report the VA MRB results under LDTI.

    + Develop modeling software expertise in GGY-AXIS for variable annuities and RILA products.

    + Build on existing automation efforts within Dataiku and Tableau to increase efficiency, reduce the potential for error and improve presentation of results.

    + Collaborate with the Capital Management area to build new tools and processes to gain further insights into VA capital.

    + Work cross-functionally with other teams, including Accounting, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Market Risk Management (MRM), Model Development, Pricing, Audit, ERM, Investments and Capital Management.

    **What we’re looking for**

    + If you are someone that has a passion for complexity, continuous improvements and execution, this may be the right role for you!

    + 3-6+ years of experience in actuarial science

    + At least 7 actuarial exams passed; typically has ASA designation, progressing towards FSA designation

    + Demonstrated accountability

    + Strong execution and time management skills

    + Driven and motivated to produce high quality work and meet reporting deadlines

    + Self-starter with ability to work independently

    + AXIS modeling experience strongly preferred

    **Application Deadline**

    Applications for this position will be accepted through March 14th, 2025 subject to earlier closure due to applicant volume.

    **What’s it like to work here?**

    At Lincoln Financial Group, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future.

    **What’s in it for you:**

    + Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each Lincoln leadership Attribute.

    + Leadership development and virtual training opportunities

    + PTO/parental leave

    + Competitive 401K and employee benefits (https://hrdirectdocs.lfg.com/misc/HR/Recruiting/BenefitsResourcesGuide.pdf)

    + Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program

    + Tuition assistance program

    + A leadership team that prioritizes your health and well-being; offering a remote work environment and flexible work hybrid situations

    + Effective productivity/technology tools and training

    The pay range for this position is $103,200-$154,800 with **anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range** and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law. Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Lincoln’s total rewards package for employees. In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual. Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln’s standard benefits package.

    **About The Company**

    Lincoln Financial Group helps people to plan, protect and retire with confidence. As of Dec. 31, 2023, approximately 17 million customers trust our guidance and solutions across four core businesses – annuities, life insurance, group protection and retirement plan services. As of December 31, 2023, the company had $295 billion in end-of-period account balances, net of reinsurance. Headquartered in Radnor, Pa., Lincoln Financial Group is the marketing name for Lincoln National Corporation (NYSE: LNC) and its affiliates. Learn more at LincolnFinancial.com.

    Lincoln is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive (https://www.lfg.com/public/aboutus/companyoverview/diversityinclusion?audience\_page\_id=1422918942386) environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

    Follow us on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/lincolnfinancialgroup) , X (https://mobile.twitter.com/lincolnfingroup) , LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/4307?trkInfo=tas%3Alincoln+financial%2Cidx%3A3-1-3&trk=tyah) , and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/lincolnfingroup/) . For the latest company news, visit our newsroom (https://www.lincolnfinancial.com/public/aboutus/newsroom) .

    **Be Aware of Fraudulent Recruiting Activities**

    If you are interested in a career at Lincoln, we encourage you to review our current openings and apply on our website. Lincoln values the privacy and security of every applicant and urges all applicants to diligently protect their sensitive personal information from scams targeting job seekers. These scams can take many forms including fake employment applications, bogus interviews and falsified offer letters.

    Lincoln will not ask applicants to provide their social security numbers, date of birth, bank account information or other sensitive information in job applications. Additionally, our recruiters do not communicate with applicants through free e-mail accounts (Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or conduct interviews utilizing video chat rooms. We will never ask applicants to provide payment during the hiring process or extend an offer without conducting a phone, live video or in-person interview. Please contact Lincoln's fraud team at [email protected] if you encounter a recruiter or see a job opportunity that seems suspicious.

    **Additional Information**

    This position may be subject to Lincoln’s Political Contribution Policy. An offer of employment may be contingent upon disclosing to Lincoln the details of certain political contributions. Lincoln may decline to extend an offer or terminate employment for this role if it determines political contributions made could have an adverse impact on Lincoln’s current or future business interests, misrepresentations were made, or for failure to fully disclose applicable political contributions and or fundraising activities.

    Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted through our web site or to personal e-mail accounts of employees of Lincoln Financial Group are considered property of Lincoln Financial Group and are not subject to payment of agency fees.

    Lincoln Financial Group (“LFG”) is an Equal Opportunity employer and, as such, is committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, compensate, train and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, Veteran status, or genetic information. Applicants are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications. If you are a person with a disability that impedes your ability to express your interest for a position through our online application process, or require TTY/TDD assistance, contact us by calling 260-455-2558.

    This Employer Participates in E-Verify. See the E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov) notices.

    Este Empleador Participa en E-Verify. Ver el E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/es) avisos.

    Lincoln Financial Group ("LFG") is an Equal Opportunity employer and, as such, is committed in policy and practice to recruit, hire, compensate, train and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, veterans status, or genetic information. Opportunities throughout LFG are available to employees and applicants and are evaluated on the basis of job qualifications. We have a drug free work environment and we perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Senior Actuary
    Highmark Health    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 6 days    

    **Company :**

    Highmark Inc.

    **Job Description :**

    **JOB SUMMARY**

    This is an individual contributor, credentialed actuary position. Participates in Highmark's Actuarial Executive Development Program. Utilizes subject matter expertise and advanced industry knowledge to define & diagnose a problem, outline data requirements for a study or analysis, and devise insightful and creative solutions, demonstrating accountability and ownership of results. Demonstrates broad expertise and ingenuity and will be sought out by others for advice on methodology, strategy, and delivery of results. Engage, motivate, and mentor less experienced staff and provide decision support to team members while initiating and leading actuarial studies, analyses, and presentation materials needed to appropriately inform decision makers. Effectively advocates across the entire corporation for appropriate positions, processes, and systems which can reasonably be adopted. Displays an ongoing commitment to continuous learning and self-improvement by independently seeking out the use of both internal and external sources. Applies actuarial techniques and statistical analysis to several functions which may include insurance premium and pricing development, claim trend analysis, experience studies, medical economics, profitability analysis, wellness studies, predictive modeling, provider efficiency, provider contracting analysis or claim reserving.

    **ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES**

    + Independently manage the time and resources of both themselves and others involved in many cross departmental projects. Demonstrate responsiveness, confidence, and flexibility in the wake of change. Effectively implement a range of coping mechanisms in the face of adversity. Anticipate, absorb, adapt to and rapidly recover from a potentially disruptive event. Thrive in a dynamic, changing environment and approach new challenges with anticipation and a view towards success. Proactively identify emerging opportunities; establish project objectives, specify strategies, and organize necessary tasks. Keep manager informed.

    + Utilize subject matter expertise and industry knowledge to define & diagnose a problem. Outline data requirements for a study or analysis and devise insightful and creative solutions, demonstrating accountability and ownership of results. Independently initiate and lead the development of complex studies, expert analyses, and presentation materials needed to appropriately inform decision makers. Uncover the root causes of problems, rejecting superficial explanations. Review the appropriateness of the results in light of experience and industry knowledge. Consider alternate explanations or viewpoints before drawing conclusions. Make appropriate recommendations while understanding the implications and consequences to all stakeholders.

    + Interact with stakeholders in a manner that fosters cooperation and teamwork while conveying engagement, competence and ownership of outcomes. Enhance department influence by providing responsive service and understanding customer needs. Effectively and confidently present information and provide decision support to team members and executive management. Appropriately balance the need for clarity and brevity with the need to fully inform customers of all aspects of a situation which may be material to a decision. Anticipate a customer's needs and proactively crafts message to address. Consider alternate points of view on issues, demonstrating sensitivity to others' situations. Maintain positive, productive working relationships despite differing or conflicting situations and personalities. Correctly interpret direct and indirect messages and verbal and non-verbal behaviors and respond appropriately.

    + Exhibit a thorough understanding of both corporate and division goals and values. Apply corporate, professional, and industry knowledge & insight to all tasks under incumbent's control or influence. Use expertise to envision and implement innovative new processes and propose changes to existing processes, leading to improved outcomes that better conform to corporate goals, objectives, and values. Demonstrate a capacity to shift between big picture and detailed thinking when analyzing issues and their strategic importance and take calculated risks to accomplish organizational objectives. Effectively advocate across entire corporation for appropriate positions, processes, and systems which can reasonably be adopted.

    + Proactively ensure the internal and external consistency of all work, demonstrating ownership and accountability of results. Use advanced industry knowledge to perform reasonability checks as well as exceed customer expectations. Demonstrate broad expertise and ingenuity, and as a result is sought out by others for advice on methodology, strategy, and delivery of results. Promptly and efficiently identify outliers and anomalies in the work of others. Identify methods to test whether suspect results are correct. Form reasonable approximations in advance of results of an analysis and determine whether deviations are reasonable or suspect. Display an ongoing commitment to continuous learning and self-improvement by independently seeking out the use of both internal and external sources.

    + Engage, motivate, and mentor less experienced staff on a regular basis in positive a manner that fosters teamwork and excellence, including developing the ability of others to perform and contribute to the organization by providing ongoing feedback and opportunities to learn. Represent department's perspectives and needs on large corporate initiatives and negotiate appropriate compromises and solutions in a way that results in effective action. Proactively tailor work to the anticipated needs of direct management and business partners and make recommendations that have an impact beyond their role. Assume responsibility for own actions and the consequences for actions undertaken and decisions made. Demonstrate assertiveness and self-assurance in resolving conflictive situations and/or standing by unpopular decisions.

    Other duties as assigned or requested. ​

    **EDUCATION**

    **Required**

    + Bachelor's Degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics or closely related field

    **Substitutions**

    + None

    **Preferred**

    + None

    **EXPERIENCE**

    **Required**

    + 5 years Actuarial experience in area of specialization

    **Preferred**

    + Pursuing FSA exams towards FSA Certification

    + Prior pharmacy experience with a pharmacy benefit manager (PBM), consultant, pharmacy provider, or another organization specializing in pharmacy

    **LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS**

    **Required**

    + Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA)

    **Preferred**

    + Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA)

    **SKILLS**

    + Possesses and applies a comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of actuarial principles, concepts, practices and processes within two or more fields of specialization

    + Possesses significant expertise to complete complex assignments and ability to visualize, articulate, and solve complex problems while leading others to complete complex assignments

    + Develops, designs, and leads analytic frameworks to solve complex problems using innovative approaches

    + Analytical Skills

    + Oral & Written Communication Skills

    + Solves complex problems taking a broad perspective and developing innovative solutions.

    + Thrives in a dynamic, changing environment and approaches new challenges with anticipation and a view towards success.

    **Language (Other than English):**

    None

    **Travel Requirement:**

    0% - 25%

    **PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS**

    **Position Type**

    Office-based

    Teaches / trains others regularly

    Frequently

    Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site

    Rarely

    Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)

    Never

    Physical work site required

    Frequently

    Audible Speech

    Constantly

    Hear

    Constantly

    Position self or move lower on ground, under tables/desks, etc.

    Never

    Climb

    Never

    Drive

    Occasionally

    Reach

    Frequently

    Sedentary position

    Frequently

    Move

    Frequently

    Repetitive Motion

    Frequently

    Use Hands/Fingers to Handle or Feel (beyond just data entry)

    Frequently

    Vision – Distinguish Color

    Frequently

    Vision – Far, Near, Depth Perception

    Frequently

    Move, transport, transfer – up to 10 lbs (Sedentary Work)

    Occasionally

    Move, transport, transfer – up to 20 lbs (Light Work)

    Occasionally

    Move, transport, transfer – up to 50 lbs (Medium Work)

    Occasionally

    Move, transport, transfer – excess of 50lbs (Heavy Work)

    Never

    **_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._

    **_Compliance Requirement:_** _This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._

    As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.

    Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

    **Pay Range Minimum:**

    $92,300.00

    **Pay Range Maximum:**

    $172,500.00

    _Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets._

    Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.

    EEO is The Law

    Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity ( _https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated\_files/employers/poster\_screen\_reader\_optimized.pdf_ )

    We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact number below.

    For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at [email protected]

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    Req ID: J256326


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Actuary
    Highmark Health    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 6 days    

    **Company :**

    Highmark Inc.

    **Job Description :**

    **JOB SUMMARY**

    This job is an ASA Certified actuary position that initiates and leads the development of actuarial studies and analyses. Gives direction to less experienced staff and will represent the department's perspectives and needs in cross disciplinary settings. The incumbent applies actuarial techniques and statistical analysis to several functions, including insurance premium and pricing development, claim trend analysis, experience studies, medical economics, profitability analysis, wellness studies, predictive modeling, or claim reserving.

    **ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES**

    + Define & diagnose a problem. Outline data requirements for a study or analysis and devise insightful and creative solutions. Uncover the root causes of problems and reject superficial explanations. Review the appropriateness of the results in light of experience and industry knowledge. Consider alternate explanations or viewpoints before drawing conclusions.

    + Initiate and lead the development of studies, analyses, and presentation materials needed to appropriately inform decision makers. Make appropriate recommendations to management across teams both within and outside of the actuarial department while understanding the implications and consequences to all stakeholders.

    + Proactively ensure the internal and external consistency of all work. Use advanced industry knowledge to both perform reasonability checks as well as exceed customer expectations. Identify methods to test whether suspect results are correct. Form reasonable approximations in advance of results of an analysis and determine whether deviations are reasonable or suspect. Clarify information as needed.

    + Take the initiative to utilize internal and external knowledge forums to gain broader industry perspective. Demonstrate subject matter expertise and as a result is sought out by others for technical input on producing accurate and efficient work. Promptly and efficiently identify outliers and anomalies in the work of others.

    + Exhibit a thorough understanding of both corporate and division goals and values. Apply corporate, professional, and industry knowledge & insight to all tasks under incumbent's control or influence. Use expertise to envision and implement innovative new processes and propose changes to existing processes, leading to improved outcomes that better conform to corporate goals, objectives, and values. Demonstrate a capacity to shift between “big picture” and “detailed” thinking when analyzing issues and their strategic importance.

    + Independently manage own time and resources across many projects. Demonstrate responsiveness, confidence, flexibility and ability to independently prioritize when shifting from one task to another. Comfortable in a dynamic, changing environment. Approach new challenges with anticipation and a view towards success. Identify emerging opportunities, establish project objectives, specify strategies, and organize necessary tasks. Keep manager informed.

    + Interact with stakeholders in a manner that fosters cooperation and teamwork while conveying engagement and competence. Enhance department influence by providing responsive service and understanding customer needs. Effectively and confidently present information and provide decision support to team members and executive management. Consider alternate points of view on issues, demonstrating sensitivity to others’ situations. Maintain positive, productive working relationships despite differing or conflicting situations and personalities. Correctly interpret direct and indirect messages and verbal and non-verbal behaviors and respond appropriately.

    + Engage, motivate, and mentor less experienced staff on a regular basis in a positive manner that fosters teamwork and excellence. Listen, take direction, accept criticism and feedback and adjust behavior accordingly to improve performance. Demonstrate flexibility and proactively take on additional work as needed by the team, leading by example.

    + Represent department's perspectives and needs in cross disciplinary settings, and negotiate appropriate compromises and solutions in a way that results in effective action. Tailor work to the needs of direct management and business partners and make recommendations that have an impact beyond their role. Assume responsibility for own actions and the consequences for actions undertaken and decisions made.

    + Other duties as assigned or requested. ​

    **EDUCATION**

    **Required**

    + Bachelor's Degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics or closely related field

    **Substitutions**

    + None

    **Preferred**

    + None

    **EXPERIENCE**

    **Required**

    + 5 years Actuarial experience in area of specialization

    **Preferred**

    + Pursuing FSA exams towards FSA Certification

    + Prior pharmacy experience with a pharmacy benefit manager (PBM), consultant, pharmacy provider, or another organization specializing in pharmacy

    **LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS**

    **Required**

    + Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA)

    **Preferred**

    + Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA)

    **SKILLS**

    + Possesses and applies a comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of actuarial principles, concepts, practices and processes within multiple fields or disciplines

    + Possesses significant expertise to complete complex assignments and ability to visualize, articulate, and solve complex problems while leading others to complete complex assignments

    + Develops, designs, and tests analytic frameworks to solve complex problems using innovative approaches

    + Assignments are broad in scope and require depth of knowledge as well as ingenuity and originality

    + Analytical Skills

    + Oral & Written Communication Skills

    + Problem-Solving

    **Language (Other than English):**

    None

    **Travel Requirement:**

    0% - 25%

    **PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS**

    **Position Type**

    Office-based

    Teaches / trains others regularly

    Frequently

    Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site

    Rarely

    Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)

    Never

    Physical work site required

    Frequently

    Audible Speech

    Constantly

    Hear

    Constantly

    Position self or move lower on ground, under tables/desks, etc.

    Never

    Climb

    Never

    Drive

    Occasionally

    Reach

    Frequently

    Sedentary position

    Frequently

    Move

    Frequently

    Repetitive Motion

    Frequently

    Use Hands/Fingers to Handle or Feel (beyond just data entry)

    Frequently

    Vision – Distinguish Color

    Frequently

    Vision – Far, Near, Depth Perception

    Frequently

    Move, transport, transfer – up to 10 lbs (Sedentary Work)

    Occasionally

    Move, transport, transfer – up to 20 lbs (Light Work)

    Occasionally

    Move, transport, transfer – up to 50 lbs (Medium Work)

    Occasionally

    Move, transport, transfer – excess of 50lbs (Heavy Work)

    Never

    **_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._

    **_Compliance Requirement:_** _This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._

    As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.

    Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

    **Pay Range Minimum:**

    $78,900.00

    **Pay Range Maximum:**

    $147,500.00

    _Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets._

    Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.

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    Req ID: J256310


    Employment Type

    Full Time


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