Associate Actuary - Work from Home

Job Description :JOB SUMMARYThis job is a senior level actuarial analyst position. Participates in Highmark’s Actuarial Executive Development Program and is expected to make continued progress towards actuarial credential. Utilizes experience and industry knowledge to define & diagnose a problem, outline data requirements for a study or analysis, and devise potential solutions. Guides and mentors less experienced staff and provides decision support to team members while initiating and leading the development of actuarial studies, analyses, and presentation materials needed to appropriately inform decision makers and making appropriate recommendations to management. Will work to develop efficient processes and will apply actuarial techniques and statistical analysis to several functions which may include insurance premium and pricing development, claim trend analysis, experience studies, medical economics, profitability analysis, wellness studies, predictive modeling, provider efficiency, provider contracting analysis or claim reserving.Outline data requirements for a study or analysis and devise potential solutions. Consider alternate explanations or viewpoints before drawing conclusions. Create studies, analyses, and presentation materials needed to appropriately inform decision makers. Make appropriate recommendations to management across teams within the actuarial department. Use industry knowledge to perform reasonability checks as well as exceed customer expectations. Seek continual feedback from manager and others in order to advance personal development and career goals. Understand the environment, goals, and objectives of the incumbent's own position, their team, and all internal customers. Demonstrate a capacity to shift between “big picture” and “detailed” thinking when analyzing issues and their strategic importance. Independently manage own time and resources across many projects. Demonstrate responsiveness, flexibility, and ability to independently prioritize when shifting from one task to another. Carry out recurring projects with minimal assistance and oversight. Enhance department influence by providing responsive service and understanding customer needs. Listen, take direction, accept criticism and feedback and adjust behavior accordingly to improve performance. Demonstrate flexibility and proactively take on additional work as needed by the team, leading by example. EDUCATIONRequiredBachelor’s Degree or its equivalent in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics or closely related disciplineSubstitutionNonePreferredMaster's Degree or its equivalent in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics or closely related disciplineEXPERIENCERequired3 years experience in an Actuarial role6 Exam ComponentsPreferred10 or more Exam ComponentsLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONSRequiredNonePreferredNoneSKILLSPossesses and applies an in-depth knowledge of actuarial principles, concepts, practices and processes within multiple fields or disciplines Possesses significant expertise to complete complex assignments and ability to visualize, articulate, and solve complex problems while leading others to complete straightforward assignments Analytical Skills Oral & Written Communication Skills Problem-Solving Language (Other than English):NoneTravel Requirement:0% - 25%PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONSPosition TypeOffice-basedTeaches / trains others regularlyFrequentlyTravel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-siteRarelyWorks primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees)NeverPhysical work site requiredFrequentlyAudible SpeechConstantlyHear ConstantlyPosition self or move lower on ground, under tables/desks, etc.NeverClimbNeverDrive OccasionallyReachFrequentlySedentary position FrequentlyMoveFrequentlyRepetitive Motion FrequentlyUse Hands/Fingers to Handle or Feel (beyond just data entry) FrequentlyVision - Distinguish Color FrequentlyVision - Far, Near, Depth Perception FrequentlyMove, transport, transfer - up to 10 lbs (Sedentary Work) OccasionallyMove, transport, transfer - up to 20 lbs (Light Work) OccasionallyMove, transport, transfer - up to 50 lbs (Medium Work)OccasionallyMove, transport, transfer - excess of 50lbs (Heavy Work) NeverDisclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.Pay Range Minimum:$86,400.00Pay Range Maximum:$138,600.00Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. 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