Actuarial Sr Consultant

2 days ago

Hopkins, Minnesota, United States Optum Full time

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

In joining the Optum Advisory Services Trend Analytics Consulting team: you'll be part of a team that is a leader in health care cost analytics, with a proven track record of supporting health plans across the country through a diverse staff of Actuaries, Data/Research Analysts, and Business/Technology Consultants. Our consulting team has continued to expand capabilities and consulting presence by identifying, developing, and executing on new and exciting business opportunities.

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. MN location preferred. 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:

  • Performing quantitative analysis of healthcare utilization and cost data, preparing client reports, managing project timelines, and coordinating tasks
  • Developing and analyzing complex datasets for reporting, clearly communicating analytical implications to stakeholders, and collaborating effectively across teams
  • As a trusted subject matter expert, the consultant will support ad-hoc analytics, foster strategic client relationships, and take ownership of deliverables in a fast-paced environment
  • This position is part of a high-performing team focused on continuous improvement and innovation, offering clear direction, recognition, and opportunities to apply traditional expertise to cutting-edge actuarial and analytical solutions
  • Support in the development of junior analysts

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:

  • On the Actuarial exam track, having passed a minimum of 3 or more Actuarial exams
  • 3+ years hands-on experience in data analysis, data science, data-driven investigations, and/or analytic insight creation for executive consumption
  • 3+ years of experience handling healthcare claims datasets
  • 3+ years of experience and an advanced proficiency in SQL, SAS, R, and/or Python, ability to work seamlessly in multiple programming languages
  • Demonstrated experience using programming to solve complex technical problems
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Office products: Excel, Word, PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA) or Fellow of the Society of Actuaries designation (FSA)
  • 2+ years of experience with medical claims/utilization trend reporting
  • 1+ years of experience with extracting data from Enterprise Data Warehouses and Enterprise Data Lakes
  • 1+ years of experience working with actuarial team(s) with an understanding of actuarial concepts
  • Proven analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Proven ability to handle changing priorities/requirements/deadlines

  • Local to the Eden Prairie, MN office location for 4 days a week in office work arrangement

  • 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 $89,900 to $160,600 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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