Optum ยท 2 months ago
Actuarial Manager, Trend Analytics - Remote
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $189K/yr
6+ years expOptum is a global organization focused on delivering care through technology to improve health outcomes. The Actuarial Manager within UHG Trend Analytics will lead a team in advancing healthcare analytics and developing data-driven strategies, specifically in Medicare forecasting and analytics, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights.
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Responsibilities
Team Leadership: Direct workflow, lead analytical studies, and mentor a team dedicated to Medicare forecasting and actuarial analytics
Client Engagement: Serve as a key contact related to Medicare forecasting initiatives, including financial cycle support
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work across teams within UnitedHealth Group to collaborate and develop cross-segment and cross-business solutions to complex business problems
Analytical Strategy: Partner with stakeholders to define business questions and design analytic investigations (e.g., utilization analysis, cost trend drivers, etc.)
Technical Execution: Design and run advanced data programs using tools such as SAS, SQL, Excel, and Power BI to extract and analyze data
Insight Delivery: Interpret, compile, and present modeling results with clear conclusions and actionable recommendations
Storytelling & Reporting: Create visually compelling, client-ready deliverables that communicate insights effectively
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree obtained from an accredited university
Actuarial Credential (ASA or FSA)
6+ years of experience in actuarial analytics role
2+ years of experience collaborating with cross-functional partners and presenting analytical findings
Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, and experience designing and running complex data programs, (e.g., extract and analyze data via R, SAS, SQL, Python, PowerBI, VBA, predictive modeling, .net)
Ability to create efficient and scalable models and develop data storage and architecture solutions
Preferred
5+ years of experience working for a healthcare consulting practice
3+ years of experience working in Medicare Advantage
Proven solid communication skills with experience leading meetings and presenting data insights
Ability to work onsite in our Eden Prairie, MN offices
Willingness to relocate to Minnesota
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Incentive and recognition programs
Equity stock purchase
401k contribution
Company
Optum
Optum is a healthcare company that provides pharmacy services, health care operations, and population health management. It is a sub-organization of UnitedHealth Group.
10001+ employees
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Chief Executive Officer, Optum Care Delivery
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Chief Financial Officer
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