STEM OPT Health Actuary Jobs
Health Actuary roles in insurance, managed care, and consulting qualify for STEM OPT because actuarial science, mathematics, and statistics CIP codes are all STEM-designated. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and the 24-month STEM OPT extension gives you up to 36 months total to build credentials toward fellowship exams and long-term sponsorship.
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ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Risk Analytics Sr. Associate Actuary will be responsible for the production, analysis, and communication of quantitative risk metrics to senior leaders, as well as the development and expansion of current risk analytic capabilities to inform business decisions and enhance financial stability. This role provides insight into all areas of the organization, with the opportunity to influence the future growth strategy of the company.
Profile Responsibilities:
- Produce a comprehensive suite of risk analytics on a quarterly and annual basis and gauge alignment of results with company risk appetite. Effectively report on results to senior management.
- Collaborate with the Investment, Finance, and Actuarial teams to refine risk modeling methodologies, calculations, and stress calibrations to best inform business decisions and provide insights into potential real-life impacts.
- Review stress testing results against actual market and insurance risk events to improve accuracy of stress testing framework.
- Support the enhancement of risk reporting capabilities at the company and local entity levels across multiple accounting bases, with strong stress and scenario testing across various measures including capital, liquidity, and value.
- Ensure stress testing models are built using robust actuarial and statistical methodologies and are fit for purpose.
- Interact with senior management to facilitate understanding of risk metric results, key sensitivities, and implications for critical business decisions.
- Communicate complex risk modeling concepts and results to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Finance, or other related field.
- Associate of the Society of Actuaries, or similar designation, with 5+ years of experience.
- Ability to dive into technical details and do hands-on work while thinking strategically and improving processes.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills to effectively partner with key stakeholders across the company.
- Good understanding of actuarial principles, risk modeling techniques, financial theory, and regulatory requirements.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic organization.
- Experience with both US and Bermuda insurance regulations is an asset.
LOCATION
Location: West Chester, PA
COMPENSATION
Resolution Life US is committed to disclosing a reasonable estimate of the base salary for our job roles. These estimates consider a wide range of factors in making base salary decisions, including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
In addition to salary, Resolution Life US offers a comprehensive benefits package, including our health & wellness program, incentive and recognition programs, and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The range for the role may differ based on the location.
Base Salary: $114,000 - $172,500
CRITICAL SKILLS
At Resolution Life, we have identified the following critical skills which are key to success in our culture:
- Customer Focused: Passionate drive to delight our customers and offer unique solutions that deliver on their expectations.
- Critical Thinking: Thoughtful process of analyzing data and problem-solving data to reach a well-reasoned solution.
- Team Mentality: Partnering effectively to drive our culture and execute on our common goals.
- Business Acumen: Appreciation and understanding of the financial services industry in order to make sound business decisions.
- Learning Agility: Openness to new ways of thinking and acquiring new skills to retain a competitive advantage.
INTRODUCTION
As part of the application process, a candidate account is required to log in and view application(s). Please be sure to check email regularly for information regarding our employment process.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Risk Analytics Sr. Associate Actuary will be responsible for the production, analysis, and communication of quantitative risk metrics to senior leaders, as well as the development and expansion of current risk analytic capabilities to inform business decisions and enhance financial stability. This role provides insight into all areas of the organization, with the opportunity to influence the future growth strategy of the company.
Profile Responsibilities:
- Produce a comprehensive suite of risk analytics on a quarterly and annual basis and gauge alignment of results with company risk appetite. Effectively report on results to senior management.
- Collaborate with the Investment, Finance, and Actuarial teams to refine risk modeling methodologies, calculations, and stress calibrations to best inform business decisions and provide insights into potential real-life impacts.
- Review stress testing results against actual market and insurance risk events to improve accuracy of stress testing framework.
- Support the enhancement of risk reporting capabilities at the company and local entity levels across multiple accounting bases, with strong stress and scenario testing across various measures including capital, liquidity, and value.
- Ensure stress testing models are built using robust actuarial and statistical methodologies and are fit for purpose.
- Interact with senior management to facilitate understanding of risk metric results, key sensitivities, and implications for critical business decisions.
- Communicate complex risk modeling concepts and results to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Finance, or other related field.
- Associate of the Society of Actuaries, or similar designation, with 5+ years of experience.
- Ability to dive into technical details and do hands-on work while thinking strategically and improving processes.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills to effectively partner with key stakeholders across the company.
- Good understanding of actuarial principles, risk modeling techniques, financial theory, and regulatory requirements.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic organization.
- Experience with both US and Bermuda insurance regulations is an asset.
LOCATION
Location: West Chester, PA
COMPENSATION
Resolution Life US is committed to disclosing a reasonable estimate of the base salary for our job roles. These estimates consider a wide range of factors in making base salary decisions, including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
In addition to salary, Resolution Life US offers a comprehensive benefits package, including our health & wellness program, incentive and recognition programs, and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The range for the role may differ based on the location.
Base Salary: $114,000 - $172,500
CRITICAL SKILLS
At Resolution Life, we have identified the following critical skills which are key to success in our culture:
- Customer Focused: Passionate drive to delight our customers and offer unique solutions that deliver on their expectations.
- Critical Thinking: Thoughtful process of analyzing data and problem-solving data to reach a well-reasoned solution.
- Team Mentality: Partnering effectively to drive our culture and execute on our common goals.
- Business Acumen: Appreciation and understanding of the financial services industry in order to make sound business decisions.
- Learning Agility: Openness to new ways of thinking and acquiring new skills to retain a competitive advantage.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Health Actuary
Verify your CIP code before applying
Actuarial science (27.0301), applied mathematics (27.0304), and statistics (27.0502) are all STEM-designated CIP codes. Confirm your transcript lists one of these so your DSO can authorize the STEM OPT extension without delays.
Check E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Every STEM OPT employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your extension is approved. Ask your recruiter directly or search the E-Verify employer search tool to confirm enrollment status before signing anything.
Target insurers and consulting firms with PERM history
Actuarial roles at large health insurers and benefits consulting firms frequently lead to H-1B visa sponsorship and PERM filings. Prioritize employers whose hiring patterns show a track record of sponsoring quantitative roles through the green card process.
Align your I-983 training plan to exam progression
USCIS requires that your I-983 training plan connects work duties to your STEM degree. Frame your actuarial responsibilities around credentialing exams like Exam P, FM, or MAS-I to demonstrate a clear link between the role and your mathematics or statistics degree.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
Health actuaries fall under SOC code 15-2011. Pull the prevailing wage for your metro area using the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating. An offer below Level II signals the employer may struggle with a future LCA filing.
Find E-Verify employers on Migrate Mate
Filter your Health Actuary job search on Migrate Mate to surface employers already enrolled in E-Verify and with documented sponsorship activity. This cuts the time you spend vetting employers who can't legally hire STEM OPT workers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a health actuary role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in actuarial science, mathematics, statistics, or a related STEM-designated field. Your DSO will verify that your CIP code appears on the STEM Designated Degree Program List before authorizing the extension. The role itself must also be directly related to that degree, which actuarial positions typically satisfy given their heavy quantitative requirements.
What does my employer need to do to hire me on STEM OPT?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and must co-sign your I-983 training plan, which details how the Health Actuary role relates to your STEM degree. The employer also certifies they'll report any material changes in your employment to your DSO within five business days and complete a formal evaluation at the six-month and annual marks.
How does the I-983 training plan apply to actuarial work?
The I-983 should map your day-to-day actuarial duties to the learning objectives of your STEM degree. For a Health Actuary, this means documenting work in pricing, reserving, risk modeling, or experience analysis and connecting those tasks to coursework in probability, statistics, or actuarial science. Generic descriptions won't satisfy USCIS review if your extension is audited.
What happens to my STEM OPT if my employer loses E-Verify enrollment?
If your employer's E-Verify enrollment lapses or is terminated after your STEM OPT is approved, your work authorization is at risk. You'd need to transfer to a new employer that is enrolled in E-Verify and file a new I-983 with your DSO promptly. Staying at an employer who falls out of E-Verify compliance is a status violation, so monitor this actively throughout your 24-month extension.
Where can I find health actuary jobs that sponsor STEM OPT workers?
Migrate Mate filters Health Actuary listings specifically for employers enrolled in E-Verify and with sponsorship history, so you're not wasting applications on companies that can't legally hire you on STEM OPT. Focus on roles at health insurers, managed care organizations, and actuarial consulting firms, which are the employer categories most likely to support both your OPT period and a future H-1B transition.