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BlueCross BlueShield of North Carolina Consulting Actuary in Remote, North Carolina
Job Description
A Consulting Actuary delivers a broad range of actuarial or analytical work for the company, such as conducting pricing and actuarial strategy for a business segment, evaluating advanced care management models, performing competitive benchmarking analysis, and building and pricing complex insurance products. They support the company strategy by providing sound, consistent, and actionable actuarial analysis and recommendations, and can identify and react to nuanced risks and opportunities. A Consulting Actuary can adapt to a changing industry.
Primary Responsibilities
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
Required Skills and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics or related field
Fellow of the Society of Actuaries and minimum of 7 years of relevant actuarial experience
Or, Associate of the Society of Actuaries and minimum of 9 years of relevant actuarial experience
Member of the American Academy of Actuaries
Preferred Skills and Experience
Excellent communication, presentation, and mentoring skills
Strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage many time-sensitive projects at once
Ability to think creatively and strategically, leveraging business and industry knowledge to drive change and mitigate complex risks
Adaptive and versatile learner, with the ability to react quickly to changing business dynamics
FSA preferred
Salary Range
$105,500.00 - $200,500.00
About Us
It's an exciting time to work at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC). Health care is changing, and we're leading the way. We offer more than health insurance our customers can count on. We’re committed to better health and better health care − in our communities and beyond. Our employees bring energy and creativity to the workplace, and it shows in our innovative approach to improving the health and well-being of North Carolinians.
Blue Cross NC is a fully taxed, not-for-profit company headquartered in Durham, North Carolina. We serve more than 4.3 million members, and we employ more than 5,000 people across the country who are passionate about making health care better for all.
Help us lead the charge for better health care by joining our award-winning team. Discover tremendous opportunities with us to do challenging and rewarding work. Opportunities that can lead you to a fulfilling career, work that can help others lead healthier, happier lives.
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For most roles, you can choose where to work - fully remote in one of the states listed below, in the office, or a hybrid of the two:
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming
Much more than a paycheck
The total value of working at Blue Cross NC goes far beyond your paycheck. We offer benefits and perks (https://careers.bluecrossnc.com/global/en/benefits) that help you thrive, such as competitive health benefits, bonus plans based on performance, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off (plus two well-being days), and a variety of career development and wellness programs.