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Actuarial Analyst - Remote (De Pere, WI preferred)

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In-Office or Remote
Hiring Remotely in De Pere, WI
60K-107K Annually
Entry level
In-Office or Remote
Hiring Remotely in De Pere, WI
60K-107K Annually
Entry level
Performs actuarial data analysis, Excel modeling, statistical and quantitative analysis of financial, utilization, cost, and actuarial data. Builds competitive discount analytics tools, evaluates industry intelligence, analyzes forecasts and trends, prepares reports, supports consultants and internal stakeholders, and develops SQL queries using SSMS. The role requires an actuarial, mathematics, or related degree and at least one completed SOA exam.
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Requisition Number: 2372047
At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and optimized. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together
As an Actuarial Analyst within UHC Employer & Individual (E&I), you will assist with actuarial efforts including data analysis, Excel modeling, and other actuarial analytics in support of industry intelligence gathering. You will use innovative tools including the largest database of health care information in the world to help the business make important decisions.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Conduct data analysis and prepare reports
  • Build and maintain the tools used to support competitive discount analytics
  • Analyze and evaluate intelligence to support questions from consultants, internal client actuaries, and underwriters
  • Perform mathematical analyses and actuarial modeling to provide management with statistical findings and conclusion
  • Perform quantitative analysis of actuarial, financial, utilization and costs data
  • Analyze forecasts and trends to help leaders make decisions
  • Develop efficient SQL queries with SSMS for analysis

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 in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, or similar
  • Successful completion of at least one SOA actuarial exam
  • 3+ months of internship experience or work experience in a corporate setting
  • Experience or solid desire to do coding (basic level of proficiency)
  • Intermediate or higher level of proficiency with MS Excel (expertise with large tables of data, formulas, and calculations)
  • Proven excellent documentation skills

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience working in the finance or health care industry
  • Basic or higher level of proficiency with PowerBI, VBA, and/or SQL (Structured Query Language)
  • Ability to learn quickly and use computer software tools effectively
  • Demonstrated positive, motivated and team-oriented attitude
  • Experience or solid desire to apply AI and large language models (e.g., CoPilot) to actuarial work

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $60,200 to $107,400 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
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.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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