Actuarial Assistant

We are hiring an entry-level actuarial student to join the Actuarial Division at BCBST!

In this role, you’ll work with various actuarial models to set reserves, estimate and review risk adjustment, produce monthly forecasts, and develop premiums for our lines of business. You’ll have the opportunity to help shape how AI is used within Actuarial, working with the latest AI models and development tools to build new applications, automate workflows, and enhance actuarial analysis. The role provides ample opportunities to collaborate with Actuarial teams across BCBST.

The ideal candidate will have completed at least one Society of Actuaries (SOA) exam.

Note:

• The role offers a flexible work environment, with options to work fully remote, hybrid, or in the office.
• Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop models to be used for pricing, forecasting, or valuation of the Commercial and Government lines of business.
• Retrieve and/or prepare data to be used in model development.
• Monitor emerging experience and analyze actual vs. expected results.
• Present technical work results to supervisor and peers.
• Prepare documentation of methods and assumptions used in the models and experience monitoring.
• Perform technical peer review for others in the Actuarial Division.

Job Qualifications

Education

• BS or BA Degree in actuarial science, mathematics, statistics or related field required.

Experience

Skills/Certifications

• Completion of 1 or more Society of Actuaries (SOA) exams required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
  

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About Us

As Tennessee's largest health benefit plan company, we've been helping Tennesseans find their own unique paths to good health since 1945. More than that, we're your neighbors and friends – fellow Tennesseans with deep roots of caring tradition, a focused approach to physical, financial and community good health for today, and a bright outlook for an even healthier tomorrow.

What We're Looking For

At BCBST, we empower our employees to thrive both independently and collaboratively, creating a collective impact on the lives of our members. We seek talented individuals who excel in a team environment, share responsibility, and embrace accountability.

We're also seeking candidates who are proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, including Microsoft Teams, organized, and capable of managing multiple assignments or projects simultaneously. Additional, strong interpersonal abilities along with strong oral and written communication skills are important across all roles at BCBST.

We foster a culture where innovation is encouraged. That includes using AI enabled tools responsibly to support everyday work — guided by proven workflows, templates, and policies. As roles become more advanced, we expect employees to leverage AI more broadly to transform how we serve members.

Remote First

BCBST is a remote-first organization with many employees working primarily from their homes. Each position within the company is classified as either fully remote, partially remote, or office based.

BCBST hires employees for remote positions from across the U.S. with the exception of the following states: California, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, and New York. Applicants living in these states may move to an approved state prior to starting a position with BCBST at their own expense. If the position requires the individual to reside in Chattanooga, TN, they may be eligible for relocation assistance.