Actuarial Senior Consultant

Job Description

About the Role

Title: *** Actuarial Sr. Consultant – Remote

Location: Eden Prairie MN US

Full Time

The consultant in this role will engage with detailed healthcare claims data to build and maintain models that support financial analyses. They will address business challenges through analytical modeling and apply their technical skills to complex analyses, drawing key insights that reflect an understanding of the overall consulting engagement. Additionally, the consultant will create visually appealing, client-ready, and accurate deliverables, ultimately contributing to improved health care outcomes and organizational goals.

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

Primary Responsibilities:

Designing and executing detailed data programs and models leveraging technical skills in R, Python, Excel, SAS, and SQL

Conducting in-depth data extractions and analyses to provide actionable insights and drive decision-making

Developing high-quality written communications, persuasive presentations, and compelling deliverables tailored to client needs

Identifying and exploring new areas for analytical development in partnership with key stakeholders

Supporting cross-business analytics (Commercial, Medicare, & Medicaid) in developing consistent and appropriate modeling

Performing an individual billable role for clients, contributing to the daily delivery of a large-scale and highly complex process

Mentoring junior team members and training sessions to build internal capabilities

Collaborating across departments to ensure holistic solutions to business problems

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

4+ years of experience in a Healthcare, Finance, or related industry analytics role

4+ years of experience acquiring, manipulating, and working with large heterogeneous datasets (claim and non-claim based) and using them to solve business problems

On the Actuarial exam track, having passed a minimum of 4 or more Actuarial exams

Extensive experience in designing and executing complex data programs, including data extraction and analysis using R, Python, SQL, SAS, and/or VBA

Ability to create efficient and scalable models

Preferred Qualifications:

Credentialled Actuary (ASA or FSA)

4+ years of experience working for a healthcare consulting practice

2+ years of experience collaborating with cross functional partners and presenting analytical findings

2+ years of experience with Git version control system and knowledge of DevOps and agile development practices

Willing to relocate to Minnesota

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, Washington, D.C. Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $88,000 to $173,200 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.