Health & Benefits Actuarial Consultant
Position Overview
The Health & Benefits Actuary plays a critical role in delivering advanced analytical and financial insights to support employee benefits strategies. This position combines deep actuarial expertise with client-facing consulting responsibilities, helping organizations design, fund, and optimize their health & welfare programs.
The Actuary partners with consultants and client teams to translate complex data into actionable recommendations, supporting strategic decision-making around healthcare cost management, risk, and plan performance.
Key Responsibilities
Actuarial Analysis & Financial Modeling
- Develop and maintain actuarial models to project healthcare costs, trends, and plan liabilities
- Perform claims analysis, experience rating, and utilization studies to identify cost drivers
- Analyze and validate insurer underwriting and pricing assumptions
- Support financial evaluations of funding strategies, including fully insured, level-funded, and self-insured arrangements
- Conduct reserve analyses, IBNR calculations, and risk projections
Client Advisory & Consulting
- Translate complex actuarial findings into clear, actionable insights for clients
- Support consultants in developing strategic recommendations on plan design, contributions, and cost management
- Participate in client meetings to present financial analyses and answer technical questions
- Advise on long-term healthcare strategy, trend management, and financial risk mitigation
Renewals & Market Strategy
- Lead or support the financial component of the renewal process, including projections, pricing analysis, and negotiation strategy
- Evaluate carrier proposals and alternative solutions to ensure competitive positioning
- Develop cost scenarios to support client decision-making during renewals
Plan Design & Strategy Development
- Model the financial impact of proposed plan design changes (e.g., deductibles, copays, networks, contributions)
- Evaluate the effectiveness of cost-containment solutions such as wellness programs, care management, and point solutions
- Support clients in optimizing benefit offerings to balance cost, coverage, and employee experience
Data & Reporting
- Ensure accuracy, integrity, and consistency of large datasets used in analysis
- Develop dashboards, reports, and visualizations to communicate results effectively
- Leverage internal tools, actuarial software, and data platforms to enhance insights
Collaboration & Team Support
- Partner closely with Benefits Consultants, Account Managers, and Producers to deliver integrated client solutions
- Mentor junior analysts and actuarial staff, reviewing work for quality and accuracy
- Contribute to knowledge-sharing and development of best practices across the practice
Compliance & Industry Trends
- Stay current on healthcare trends, regulatory developments, and actuarial methodologies
- Ensure analyses and recommendations align with relevant regulations (e.g., ACA, ERISA)
- Contribute to thought leadership and internal/external publications
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field
- 4-8+ years of actuarial experience in health & benefits consulting, insurance, or related field
- Progress toward ASA/FSA designation (or equivalent)
- Strong proficiency in actuarial modeling, data analysis, and Excel (advanced)
- Experience working with large healthcare datasets and claims data
Preferred
- ASA or FSA designation (or international equivalent)
- Experience in a consulting or brokerage environment
- Familiarity with programming tools (e.g., Python, R, VBA, SQL)
- Exposure to pharmacy (Rx) analytics and trend management
- Experience presenting to clients or senior stakeholders
Key Competencies
- Advanced analytical and quantitative skills
- Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to non-technical audiences
- Attention to detail and strong problem-solving capabilities
- Business acumen and understanding of healthcare economics
- Collaboration and team orientation
- Intellectual curiosity and continuous learning mindset
Success Profile
A successful Health & Benefits Actuary is a technical expert and strategic partner-someone who can turn complex healthcare data into meaningful insights, influence client decisions, and enhance overall consulting value through rigorous analysis and clear communication.
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