H-1B Visa Health Actuary Jobs
Health Actuaries qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in actuarial science, mathematics, or statistics. Most roles sit inside large insurance carriers, consulting firms, and managed care organizations that file LCAs through DOL and petition USCIS annually.
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Mercer
Description:
At Mercer, we make a difference in the lives of more than 110 million people every day by advancing their health, wealth, and careers. We’re in the business of creating exciting and rewarding futures for our clients and their employees — whether we’re designing affordable health plans, securing finances for retirement or aligning employees with workforce strategy. Capitalizing on analysis and insights as catalysts for change, we anticipate and understand the impact of business decisions, now and in the future. Our holistic view and deep expertise allow us to see client’s current and future needs through a lens of innovation and impact and every idea and solution we offer.
We are seeking a Health Actuary - Analyst III which can be located at one the the following Mercer office locations: Richmond, Washington DC, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Tampa, Hartford, Louisville, Nashville, or New York City.
What can you expect?
* The Health & Benefits (H&B) actuarial consulting analyst is responsible for managing client projects that focus on employers’ health benefits strategies, including financial projections, carrier selection, plan design optimization, employee contribution setting, IBNP valuations, benchmarking, well-being initiatives, and renewal negotiations.
* The actuarial consulting analyst will create client deliverables, provide direction to junior analysts, serve as a financial client contact, and present deliverables to clients in partnership with senior members of client teams.
What’s in it for you?
* We are the global leader in the human resources consulting.
* As part of Mercer, we offer top-notch benefits: multiple medical, dental, and vision plans with choices to fit all needs and budgets - benefits coverage starting Day 1.
* In addition, Mercer has other benefits and discounts on products and services, and more!
What you need to have:
* 2-5 years of relevant work experience in consulting, insurance, finance, human resources or accounting.
* BA/BS degree in actuarial science, math, finance, economics or related field.
* Two or more actuarial exams passed preferred.
* Excellent analytical skills – experience in data analysis or financial modeling.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills.
* Proven project management skills and creative problem-solving abilities.
What makes you stand out:
* Work experience in actuarial consulting, especially within healthcare.
* One or two exams away from earning ASA designation.
* Demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
* Experience presenting technical concepts to a non-technical audience.
COMPENSATION
- The applicable base salary range for this role is $73,500 to $147,000.
- The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives. We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.
Marsh is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting reasonableaccommodations@marsh.com.
Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.
Company:
Mercer
Description:
At Mercer, we make a difference in the lives of more than 110 million people every day by advancing their health, wealth, and careers. We’re in the business of creating exciting and rewarding futures for our clients and their employees — whether we’re designing affordable health plans, securing finances for retirement or aligning employees with workforce strategy. Capitalizing on analysis and insights as catalysts for change, we anticipate and understand the impact of business decisions, now and in the future. Our holistic view and deep expertise allow us to see client’s current and future needs through a lens of innovation and impact and every idea and solution we offer.
We are seeking a Health Actuary - Analyst III which can be located at one the the following Mercer office locations: Richmond, Washington DC, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Tampa, Hartford, Louisville, Nashville, or New York City.
What can you expect?
* The Health & Benefits (H&B) actuarial consulting analyst is responsible for managing client projects that focus on employers’ health benefits strategies, including financial projections, carrier selection, plan design optimization, employee contribution setting, IBNP valuations, benchmarking, well-being initiatives, and renewal negotiations.
* The actuarial consulting analyst will create client deliverables, provide direction to junior analysts, serve as a financial client contact, and present deliverables to clients in partnership with senior members of client teams.
What’s in it for you?
* We are the global leader in the human resources consulting.
* As part of Mercer, we offer top-notch benefits: multiple medical, dental, and vision plans with choices to fit all needs and budgets - benefits coverage starting Day 1.
* In addition, Mercer has other benefits and discounts on products and services, and more!
What you need to have:
* 2-5 years of relevant work experience in consulting, insurance, finance, human resources or accounting.
* BA/BS degree in actuarial science, math, finance, economics or related field.
* Two or more actuarial exams passed preferred.
* Excellent analytical skills – experience in data analysis or financial modeling.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills.
* Proven project management skills and creative problem-solving abilities.
What makes you stand out:
* Work experience in actuarial consulting, especially within healthcare.
* One or two exams away from earning ASA designation.
* Demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
* Experience presenting technical concepts to a non-technical audience.
COMPENSATION
- The applicable base salary range for this role is $73,500 to $147,000.
- The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives. We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.
Marsh is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting reasonableaccommodations@marsh.com.
Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Health Actuary
Verify your SOC code before applying
Health Actuary roles map to SOC 15-2011. Confirm your target employer's LCA filings use this code, not a broader analytics or data science code, so your specialty occupation documentation aligns with your actual duties.
Pull prevailing wage data for your metro
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Level I through Level IV wages for SOC 15-2011 in your target city. Employers must certify your offered salary meets the prevailing wage, and knowing the threshold before negotiating protects your petition.
Document your actuarial exam progress strategically
USCIS treats passed Society of Actuaries or CAS exams as evidence of specialized training. Include your exam transcript in your H-1B support letter to reinforce the specialty occupation argument, especially if your degree field is adjacent rather than directly actuarial.
Target employers with dedicated actuarial practices
Use Migrate Mate to filter for companies with verified LCA filings under the actuarial SOC code. Carriers like major health insurers and large actuarial consulting divisions file consistently each lottery cycle, giving you a more predictable sponsorship path.
Negotiate offer timing around the H-1B cap calendar
H-1B registration opens in March for an October 1 start date. If you receive an offer in June, ask whether the employer will file in the next cycle or use cap-exempt status through a nonprofit or university affiliate to start sooner.
Confirm your employer files premium processing
USCIS premium processing upgrades your I-129 adjudication to 15 business days. Health actuaries switching employers mid-year especially benefit because standard processing can overlap with credentialing and project start timelines that employers won't extend indefinitely.
H-1B Visa Health Actuary: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Health Actuary role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS consistently recognizes actuarial science as a specialty occupation because the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in actuarial science, mathematics, or statistics. The O*NET profile for actuaries confirms a graduate-level education requirement, which strengthens the specialty occupation argument in your employer's petition.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Health Actuaries?
Large health insurance carriers, managed care organizations, actuarial consulting firms, and hospital systems that maintain internal pricing or risk functions are the most consistent sponsors. You can search Migrate Mate to see employers with verified LCA filings specifically under the actuarial SOC code, filtered by location and role type.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Health Actuary offers?
Before filing your H-1B petition, your employer must certify with DOL that your offered salary meets the prevailing wage for SOC 15-2011 in your work location. Wage levels run from Level I to Level IV based on experience and supervision. You can verify the applicable threshold using the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer.
Can a Health Actuary change employers after an H-1B is approved?
Yes, through H-1B portability under AC21. Once your I-129 has been pending or approved for at least 180 days and you move to a same or similar actuarial role, your status remains valid while the new petition is pending. Your new employer files a new I-129, and you can start working as soon as USCIS receives it.
Do actuarial exams affect the H-1B specialty occupation determination?
Passed Society of Actuaries or Casualty Actuarial Society exams are not required for H-1B approval, but they strengthen the specialty occupation argument. USCIS looks at whether the position normally requires a specialized bachelor's degree. Exam progress, when documented in the support letter, reinforces that the role demands the theoretical and practical depth the statute requires.