Director Actuarial Services - Remote

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Imagine how much went in to forming a team of actuarial talent that can keep our Fortune 4 global organization at the forefront of an industry. It took a lot of planning and work, and it is a great start. But now we need you.

 As a Director Actuarial Services with UHC M&R, you will lead actuarial efforts to enhance bidding and forecasting for Part D products. Your role will include data analysis, SAS/SQL/Excel modeling, and actuarial analytics while developing and strengthening processes and models. You will have the opportunity to lead special projects in coordination with other functional teams across the broader organization.

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

Primary Responsibilities:

• Understand Part D bid pricing
• Collaborate on the development of actuarial Part D pricing and forecast models and methodologies
• Lead actuarial analysis and services in support of pricing and forecasting assumptions
• Review results from pricing and forecasting models and test sensitivity
• Participate in the Part D bid submission process
• Participate in forecast process, including evaluation of drivers and variances
• Effectively define and manage deadlines for projects that help meet overall team goals
• Develop trusted and effective relationships with leaders in other areas of the company that we support
• Identify inefficiencies in process and models and proactively take steps to implement changes

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:

• Bachelor's degree
• ASA (Associate of the Society of Actuaries) or FSA (Fellow of the Society of Actuaries) designation
• 8+ years of actuarial experience
• Experience with Part D pricing or forecasting
• Experience using models that involve large datasets
• Advanced or higher level of proficiency in MS Excel
• Basic or higher level of proficiency in SAS (Statistical Analysis System), SQL (Structure Query Language) or other programming system

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience building models using SAS or SQL or other programming system
• Advanced Proficiency in SAS (Statistical Analysis System) or SQL (Structure Query Language) or other programming system

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, or Washington, D.C. Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $122,100 to $234,700 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with al 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.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. 

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.     

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.