Consulting Actuary - Medicare Risk Adjustment
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Company:
Blue Cross NC is a not-for-profit health care organization committed to improving health and well-being across communities.
Summary:
The Consulting Actuary will leverage actuarial expertise to enhance healthcare delivery and business performance. Applicants should hold an actuarial degree and have significant relevant experience.
Requirements:
Hard Skills: Actuarial Analysis, Actuarial Management, Actuarial Science, Actuarial Services, Complex Care Management, Financial Reporting and Analysis, Hiring Management, Insurance Industry, Organizational Leadership, Regulatory Compliance
Credentials: Bachelor's degree or advanced degree (where required), Member of the American Academy of Actuaries, Fellow of the Society of Actuaries
Experience: 7 years of relevant actuarial experience, related experience may be considered., In lieu of an FSA, candidates must have at least 9 years of relevant actuarial experience if they are an ASA.
Job Description:
As a Consulting Actuary at our healthcare organization, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of care delivery through data-driven insights and strategic actuarial expertise. You’ll lead initiatives that directly impact patient outcomes and business performance—whether it’s designing innovative insurance products, optimizing pricing strategies, or evaluating advanced care management models.
Your work will support key organizational goals by delivering clear, consistent, and actionable analysis that informs executive decision-making. You’ll also conduct competitive benchmarking and identify emerging risks and opportunities in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.
This role is ideal for a forward-thinking actuary who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about using their skills to improve healthcare affordability, accessibility, and quality.
What You’ll Do
- Accountable for completion of complex actuarial or analytical projects, ensuring timeliness, compliance, and quality of work
- Provide proactive and strategic thought leadership of ways to improve processes, reduce risks, and meet department and enterprise objectives to achieve profitable growth and/or improve value, quality, and access for Blue Cross NC customers
- Achieve segment financial targets and provide concise explanations of results and variances to expectations; act as a financial steward for the company
- Communicate effectively with all levels and divisions within the organization, including Divisional Leadership
- Manage external partnerships with vendors, auditors, regulators, and health care providers, including effective negotiation of contracts and/or rates
- Develop and maintain strong business relationships with internal partners through business expertise and exceptional support; act as a strategic advisor
- Meet continuing education standards required for job function, thought leadership and maintenance of actuarial credentials
What You Bring
- Bachelor's degree or advanced degree (where required)
- Member of the American Academy of Actuaries
- Fellow of the Society of Actuaries
- 7 years of relevant actuarial experience, related experience may be considered.
- In lieu of an FSA, will consider candidates who are an Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA) and have at least 9 years of relevant actuarial experience.
Bonus Points
- Experience in Medicare Advantage Risk Adjustment highly preferred
What You’ll Get
- The opportunity to work at the cutting edge of health care delivery with a team that’s deeply invested in the community.
- Work-life balance, flexibility, and the autonomy to do great work.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage along with numerous health and wellness programs.
- Parental leave and support plus adoption and surrogacy assistance.
- Career development programs and tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- 401k match including an annual company contribution
Salary Range
$117,200.00 - $222,500.00
Skills
Actuarial Analysis, Actuarial Management, Actuarial Science, Actuarial Services, Complex Care Management, Financial Reporting and Analysis, Hiring Management, Insurance Industry, Organizational Leadership, Regulatory Compliance