Actuarial Analyst

Location: Remote (with occasional travel to client sites and Athena hub cities) Type: Full-Time, Salaried What You’ll Do As an Actuarial Analyst, you will play a key role on client teams, taking ownership of your work and collaborating closely with other Analysts, Senior Analysts, and lead actuaries. You’ll support important client projects by analyzing data, assisting in building models, and contributing insights that help shape client strategies. The Actuarial Analyst role also provides opportunities to engage with clients, support new business efforts, and participate in Athena’s broader community. This position offers a strong foundation for an actuarial consulting career, with opportunities to advance through progressively challenging roles. Key Responsibilities Researching and gathering information to support project work Reviewing and analyzing plan data, financial statements, and other actuarial work products Providing input with the development of effective solutions Creating, updating, and maintaining actuarial programs and Excel models Assisting with the preparation of client reports and presentations Participating in Athena’s strategy meetings and providing feedback on community initiatives Demonstrating a strong commitment to personal and professional integrity while supporting Athena’s mission and values What We’re Looking For Must-Haves 1-3 years of experience in health actuarial roles Progress toward ASA or FSA designation, with one exam passed Problem-solving skills and a strong drive to learn Commitment to Athena’s mission and values Ability to work independently and thrive in a remote-first environment Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word Nice-to-Haves Health actuarial experience, including Government-funded (Medicaid, TRICARE, VA, Medicare), Commercial/Employer, and/or other Public/State programs Proficiency in SQL, SAS, or similar programming languages/tools, including experience writing queries to analyze data and support business insights Why Athena? At Athena, we believe actuarial consulting and specialty advisory services is more than just calculating risk: It’s a lens for reimagining what’s possible. That’s why we’ve built a team of passionate experts who infuse the power of data and predictive modeling with imagination, human insight, and a commitment to helping people thrive. Every day at Athena, we seek to live and lead—to serve and solve problems—with courage as our fuel. That means challenging assumptions in search of untapped potential that benefits our clients. It looks like striving to ask better questions that might yield breakthrough answers for a community. And it means seeing people not as problems, but full of possibility—because we know the future isn’t prescribed, it’s built. Courage is a competitive advantage in actuarial consulting—not just because it emboldens people, but because it moves businesses forward. Athena is a new kind of actuarial services company, founded by a former leader at a “Big 4” firm who had a vision and drive to build something different. We tackle big challenges with small teams of experienced pros who look beyond traditional risk modeling to find innovative solutions. Perks & Benefits Paid Time Off & Holidays Medical Coverage — 100% Employer‑Paid Employee Premium Dental & Vision Coverage Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability Insurance Paid Parental Leave Life Insurance 401(k) with Employer Match Competitive actuarial exam support program Additional Info Candidates must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. Compensation Range: $65K - $77K #J-18808-Ljbffr