Health Actuary Leader at MMC in Phoenix, Arizona

Government Health ActuaryWe are seeking a talented individual to join our Government Health Actuaries team at Mercer, a Marsh business. This role can be based in Phoenix, Atlanta, or Minneapolis. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office. As a Government Health Actuary, you will develop the overall strategy for the Health Actuaries team and strive to become a trusted resource by delivering ongoing actuarial work that is client ready, on time, and on budget. You will provide high-level review of data analyses related to underwriting health and welfare insurance, brokering contracts, and projecting health care costs, ensuring actuarial soundness and proper use of models. You will also lead the development of senior team members and oversee client engagements to maintain our high service standards.We will count on you to:Lead a team that of actuaries, actuarial and data analysts, clinicians and health policy consultants supporting a portfolio of large, complex capitation rate setting, risk adjustment and related projects across one or more state Medicaid clients.Work with our clients to define and manage the scope of the project, serve as an expert on rate structures and methodologies, and ensure consistency with federal regulations and actuarial standards.Oversee the all aspects of actuarial rate development and related services, advise our clients on the impact of data, assumptions and emerging trends on their programs and budgets, and provide on-going review and guidance throughout the project life cycle.Collaborate with client and projects team to finalize actuarial work product and educate clients on the impact of their policies on the data and rates.Work directly with clients on emerging and/or unique challenges facing their programs, and leverage the skills and expertise of Mercer actuaries, clinicians, and health policy consultants to design innovative and comprehensive solutions.Oversee the completion and delivery of actuarial work product and communications, including rate certification letters and presentations, and act as an actuarial authority that signs rate certification letters and other statements of actuarial opinion.Cultivate a growth-oriented culture within your project teams, including overseeing the development experienced actuaries, junior actuaries, and actuarial students. Provide guidance, oversight and mentoring for actuarial staff as needed.Support new business pursuits, including responses to competitive procurements and expansion of existing contracts.What you need to have:BA/BS degreeActuarial credentials (ASA or FSA, MAAA) strongly preferred15+ years minimum health actuarial experience, with 10+ Medicaid actuarial experienceWhat makes you stand out:Medicaid actuarial experience spanning multiple states, programs, health insurers or Federal agenciesClient-facing actuarial consulting experienceExperience building and managing multiple large, multi-disciplinary teamsExcellent interpersonal skills; strong oral and written communication skillsAbility to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a demanding work environmentStrong critical thinking and analytical problem-solving skillsEngagement with the Society of Actuaries, American Academy of Actuaries, or other professional actuarial organizationsWhat's in it for you:Opportunity to work on meaningful programs that support vulnerable populations as part of multi-disciplinary teams.Professional development, growth and advancement opportunities, and strong peer support.Thrive and be motivated by an environment that embraces AI and technology-enabled tools.A vibrant, inclusive culture within a global firm offering competitive benefits and rewards. disABLEDperson Inc