We are a growing consulting firm looking for new team members with demonstrated commitment to our core values, interest in an actuarial or analytical profession, and desire to be part of growing something from the ground up! 

ABOUT THE COMPANY: Athena Actuarial Consulting is a woman-owned consulting firm providing actuarial and analytical services across government, non-profit and corporate sectors. The firm was founded in August 2020 with the intention to scale quickly and intentionally from a one-person shop to a small employer focused on growing a diverse workforce. Athena's emphasis on empowering women and other underrepresented groups is paired with strong technical expertise in the areas of retirement actuarial services, health actuarial services, data analytics, and data-driven decision-making. At Athena, we feel confident that consulting fees are being allocated to employees in an equitable manner and back to the community via Athena's various community initiatives. Athena currently operates as a Minnesota-based remote firm. 

THE POSITION: We are looking for an Actuarial Analyst interested in growing their expertise in a mission-driven environment, while working on key projects with internal and external stakeholders. This exciting role will provide you with an opportunity to support a dedicated client project team providing Medicaid specific services, while sharpening your business and actuarial acumen. In addition, you'll have the opportunity to interact with clients and participate in the many components of supporting a new business.

In the Actuarial Analyst role, you will take ownership of your work product and work closely with senior analysts and lead actuaries to effectively report on and present actuarial information. In this role, you will hone your ability to ask the right questions and demonstrate your desire to go above and beyond to serve clients, providing valuable insights that position businesses for success.

This is a paid, salaried position.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Research and gather information 
• Review and analyze work products, including plan data and financial statements
• Provide input to the development of solutions
• Learn how to use actuarial programs and Excel models
• Create and update actuarial programs and spreadsheets
• Assist with report preparation
• Participate in Athena's strategy meetings and provide feedback on Athena community initiatives
• Demonstrate exemplary level of personal and professional integrity, and ability to support and promote Athena's mission and values

LOCATION: This position is remote, with those located in Minneapolis having the option to work at Athena's headquarters. Depending on the state of travel due to the pandemic, 2-4 opportunities to travel to other Athena hub cities for team building and in-person work weeks per year may be requested but not necessarily required. 

Please note that proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required (unless there is a religious or medical exemption).

CANDIDATES MUST BE A US CITIZEN OR PERMANENT RESIDENT.

REQUIREMENTS: 

• Ideal candidates have 0 – 2 years of experience 
• Working towards ASA or FSA  
• Experience in actuarial services through schoolwork, internship, or work experience 
• Creative problem-solving skills to identify flexible solutions to business questions 
• Insatiable curiosity and interest in learning new things 
• Demonstrated commitment to Athena's mission, vision, and values 
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment 
• Experience in MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and MS Word

NICE TO HAVE: 

• Experience in Medicaid or other public health insurance programs 
• Experience in healthcare  
• Experience with other programming languages and software such as SAS or SQL

BENEFITS: To grow our diverse workforce, Athena offers flexible work hours with the opportunity to choose to work a percentage of a full-time schedule, to meet the work/life needs of our employees. Athena also offers: 

• Unlimited PTO 
• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage  
• Employee match for retirement  
• Competitive actuarial study program

WHY ATHENA? 

• Opportunity for unique, entrepreneurial experience in fun, growing, collaborative team environment. 
• Flexible work schedule, with the opportunity to choose to work part time percentages or full time, with encouraged well-being breaks and accommodation of study schedule. 
• Direct exposure to Athena leadership, clients and partner organizations. 
• Alignment of long-term financial incentives to exponential growth of the firm. 
• We believe that Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) must be intentional. Athena's mission is to create a welcoming workplace that promotes belonging for employees from all walks of life. Here's how we “walk the walk” (link).

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Feel like you don't completely meet all the qualifications? Please don't let that get in the way of applying. If you have experience, a genuine interest in the role, feel that you'll bring passion to your work, and align with our values then we want to hear from you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.