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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, we are committed to fostering a culture of connection and belonging, where mutual respect is at the foundation of our workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military or veteran status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas conducts pre-employment drug screening, criminal conviction check, employment verifications and education as part of a conditional offer of employment.

Actuary

ActuaryActuaryFull TimeRemoteMid LevelTeam 1,001-5,000H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

2 days ago

Salary

$116K - $145K / year

Seniority

Mid Level

No structured requirement data.

Job Description

Actuary

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas

Role Description The Actuary leads analysis and measurement of affordability initiatives that support Population Health, Care Management, and other clinical programs. This role partners closely with clinical and business leaders to: - Quantify clinical program impact - Evaluate return on investment - Identify new opportunities to improve health outcomes while reducing total cost of care The Actuary develops innovative analytical frameworks, predictive models, and detection tools to identify cost drivers, emerging hotspots, and new intervention opportunities. Responsibilities include: - Tracking, quantifying, and validating the financial impact of strategic initiatives - Translating complex data into actionable insights - Supporting enterprise affordability goals through data-driven decision making Success in this role requires strong actuarial and analytical expertise, experience supporting clinical and population health initiatives, an ownership mindset, creative problem-solving skills, and the ability to lead cross-functional efforts that deliver measurable savings and sustainable improvements in member health outcomes. This position is eligible to work remote, hybrid or onsite in accordance with our Telecommuting Policy. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, Economics, or a related field required - Associateship or Fellowship designation in the Society of Actuaries (SOA) required - Minimum of 6 years of actuarial experience with pricing, forecasting, trend analysis, risk management, strategic planning, and/or program evaluation required - Experience with building and evaluating new actuarial models, project management, communication with senior leadership, and tracking actual to expected outcomes required Requirements - Strong understanding of health insurance pricing, regulations, and market dynamics - Proficiency in Excel, SQL, Python, R, Tableau, and/or Power BI, with experience in actuarial modeling, data analysis, and visualization - Familiarity with rating and underwriting regulations and an understanding of insurance marketing and customer segmentation - Ability to develop adaptable models for rates, reserves, and projections in a dynamic environment - Experience leading cross-functional teams to define metrics, validate assumptions, and align with enterprise goals - Effective communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences Benefits - Base compensation is only one component of your competitive Total Rewards package - Incentive pay program (EPIP) - Health/Vision/Dental insurance - 6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers - Fertility/Adoption assistance - 2 weeks paid caregiver leave - 401(k) plan matching up to 5% - Tuition reimbursement - Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources Compensation $116,000 - $145,000 Exempt Grade 18 Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas offers excellent competitive compensation with the goal of retaining and growing talented team members. The compensation range for this role is a good faith estimate, based on what a successful candidate might be paid. All offers presented to candidates are carefully reviewed to ensure fair, equitable pay by offering competitive wages that align with the individual's skills, education, experience, and training. The range may vary above or below the stated amounts. Our Commitment to Connection and Belonging At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas, we are committed to fostering a culture of connection and belonging, where mutual respect is at the foundation of our workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, belief, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military or veteran status, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas conducts pre-employment drug screening, criminal conviction check, employment verifications and education as part of a conditional offer of employment.

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