Associate Actuarial Director - Remote

Overview

This role supports ASO strategy by turning complex health care data into insights that shape smarter business decisions and improved outcomes. As an Associate Actuarial Director, you’ll use actuarial expertise, analytics, and leadership to influence results by partnering across multiple teams.

• Work model: Remote from anywhere within the U.S.
• Office requirement (Minneapolis/Washington, D.C. area hires): Required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week
• Travel: Less than 10% per year

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret key drivers of health care trends and network competitive positioning
• Conduct and evaluate studies on pricing, utilization, and health care costs; determine impact on pricing, guarantees, and health product proposals
• Collaborate with Healthcare Economics, Consultant Relations, Network, Client Management, and Client Development teams to create actionable insights and reporting
• Perform mathematical analyses and actuarial modeling; deliver statistical findings and conclusions to management
• Develop and present strategic analyses and recommendations to senior leadership teams
• Collaborate with external industry business partners and consultants
• Design and run complex data programs while performing quantitative analysis of actuarial, financial, utilization, and cost data

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• ASA (Associate of the Society of Actuaries) or FSA (Fellow of the Society of Actuaries) designation
• 5+ years of experience in actuarial science, data science, predictive analytics, or related quantitative disciplines
• Experience gathering, analyzing, and applying competitive intelligence to support business strategy
• Experience applying AI and large language models (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude) to solve complex business problems
• Experience presenting technical information to leadership and non-technical audiences
• Proven ability to translate emerging technologies into practical, scalable solutions for business users
• Proven excellent collaboration, communication, and change leadership skills
• Advanced or higher proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and SQL

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with SAS (Statistical Analysis System)
• Experience in health care consulting, payer, or employer-sponsored health plan environments
• Basic proficiency with Tableau and/or R and/or Python

Key Competencies

• Anticipates business needs and proactively develops solutions
• Solves complex problems through innovative, data-driven approaches
• Performs advanced analytical and conceptual evaluations to support decision-making
• Influences cross-functional stakeholders and business outcomes through insight and expertise
• Translates complex analytical findings into clear, actionable recommendations for leadership
• May lead projects, strategic initiatives, or cross-functional workgroups
• Builds solid partnerships and collaborates effectively across the organization

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary range (full-time): $112,700 to $193,200 (based on several factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc.)
• Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401k contribution (all benefits subject to eligibility requirements)
• Pay is subject to minimum wage laws as applicable

Location

• Remote within the U.S.
• For hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area: must work in the office a minimum of four days per week

Additional Information

• Employees working remotely are required to adhere to the Telecommuter Policy.
• Application deadline: Posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected; posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
• Drug-free workplace; candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.