Associate Actuary - Medicare

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Note: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment‑based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Sponsorship and future sponsorship are not available for this opportunity, including employment‑based visa types H‑1B, L‑1, O‑1, H‑1B1, F‑1, J‑1, OPT, or CPT.

Eligibility Requirements: Candidates must have an ASA or FSA designation, a bachelor’s degree, and at least two years of actuarial experience. MAAA is preferred for bid certification eligibility.

This Associate Actuary role is a great fit for candidates who have recently earned their ASA designation and are looking to continue growing their actuarial career in Medicare financial forecasting, actuarial analyses, and bid support.

Location: Applicants for this role have the flexibility to work remotely from home anywhere within the continental United States. Due to the needs of the business, the ideal schedule is ET/CT, yet flexible.

Position

Purpose:

Produce quarterly Medicare financial forecasts. Conduct analysis, pricing and risk assessment to estimate financial outcomes.

• Serve as the main point of contact for a quarterly expense forecast
• Apply knowledge of mathematics, probability, statistics, principles of finance and business to predict financial outcomes
• Develop and maintain forecast assumptions and models based on deep analysis of statistical data and market trends
• Analyze and evaluate business risks and opportunities
• Research and analyze the impact from legislative and regulatory changes
• Review complex data reports, uncover trends and gaps, and recommend strategic actions to drive results
• Contribute actuarial expertise to the organization’s long‑range financial planning

Education/

Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience. 2+ years of actuarial experience.

License/Certification: Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA) (or equivalent international certification).

Preferred: MAAA is preferred for bid certification eligibility.

• High‑Impact Work – Play a key role in shaping the annual budget and quarterly financial forecasts across all 32 Medicare Advantage markets.
• Collaborative Team Culture – Join a group that values knowledge‑sharing, mutual support, and continuous learning.
• Empowering Leadership – Work under a leader who is approachable, development‑focused, and committed to your growth.
• Trusted Expertise – Be recognized for delivering accurate, high‑quality work—even under tight deadlines.

Eligibility Reminder: To ensure your application is considered, please review the minimum qualifications listed above. Applications from candidates who meet these requirements will be reviewed.

Join us and take the next exciting step in your actuarial journey!

Pay Range: $87,700 – $157,800 per year.

Centene offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive pay, health insurance, 401(k) and stock purchase plans, tuition reimbursement, paid time off plus holidays, and a flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job‑related factors permitted by law, including full‑time or part‑time status.

Total compensation may also include additional forms of incentives. Benefits may be subject to program eligibility.

Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the LA County Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.

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