Senior Manager, Actuarial

The Senior Manager, Actuarial will play a key role in the fully insured commercial forecasting process, with responsibility for leading forecasting activities for an assigned region and contributing to broader national forecasting efforts. This role will partner across teams to shape key inputs, enhance forecasting capabilities, and translate analytical insights into actionable recommendations.

Responsibilities

Drive national forecasting efforts and enhancements by identifying opportunities to improve forecast accuracy, analytical capabilities, and process/tool efficiency; Support the Large Group rate review process and connect forecasting insights with pricing considerations; Partner with Finance, Insured Actuarial, and Underwriting teams to understand business needs, prioritize analytical work, and translate market input into clear forecasting recommendations; Lead analyses and projects that deepen understanding of business performance, connect underwriting data and insights with forecast projections, and evaluate emerging risks and opportunities; Manage projects from planning through implementation by establishing priorities, coordinating stakeholders, monitoring progress, and ensuring timely completion of high-quality deliverables; Provide actuarial support to assigned markets, helping evaluate performance, support pricing initiatives, and inform strategies that balance membership growth, profitability, and evolving market dynamics; Communicate observations and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences, and contribute to written materials, presentations, and stakeholder discussions; Foster a collaborative team environment, share knowledge, and support the development of broader team capabilities; Provide day-to-day leadership and development support to actuarial students or other team members, including setting priorities, reviewing work, providing coaching and feedback, and creating opportunities for increased ownership

Requirements

Bachelor's degree; 5+ years of actuarial experience; ASA or FSA

Nice to have

Strong collaboration and communication skills; Strong organizational skills; Strong analytic and problem-solving skills; Strong ability to improve processes and enhance efficiency; Ability to effectively balance and manage competing priorities

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage; Paid time off; Retirement savings options; Wellness programs; Other resources based on eligibility; Eligibility for CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program; Award target in the company's equity award program