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Willis Towers Watson (WTW) is a global advisory, broking, and solutions company. With a rich heritage dating back to 1828, it offers a wide range of services in risk management, insurance, consulting, and more. The company operates in over 140 countries, serving clients across various industries, including corporations, governments, and institutions.

DescriptionAs a Health and Benefits Financial/Actuarial Director, you will serve as the financial lead for large, complex client assignments. You’ll leverage your experience as a benefits financial/actuarial expert to make strategic recommendations on funding, plan design, and innovative financial solutions.You will apply your financial management and data analytics expertise to solve complex client problems and to lead the development of new H&amp;B intellectual capital.<ul><li>Communicates and delivers complex concepts and financial/actuarial/analytic results to effectively drive client action and improve plan performance</li><li>Leads Medium to Large clients’ financial/actuarial engagements</li><li>Develops and delivers the financial/actuarial strategy for a portfolio of Medium and/or Large clients</li><li>Drives revenue growth through client sales of additional actuarial, financial, and/or risk solutions</li><li>Provides consulting quality reviews and client delivery for all types of financial/actuarial deliverables</li><li>Guides team (regional and global) on deliverables based on client need; reviews models and presentations for client delivery</li><li>Builds relationships internally and collaborates effectively on cross-functional teams</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>10+ years’ experience and demonstrated success in the delivery of complex health and welfare financial/actuarial strategies and analysis in a consulting or brokerage environment</li><li>Proven ability to generate revenue</li><li>Track record of success in managing and growing client relationships</li><li>Deep understanding and expert knowledge in all aspects of employee benefit plan design, underwriting, and funding concepts</li><li>Proven ability to lead data analytic projects</li><li>Interest and aptitude in keeping abreast of latest developments in health and welfare plan strategy and leading the development of new intellectual capital</li><li>Ability to leverage judgment and past experiences to predict which methods will work</li><li>Multiple years of experience across one or multiple client segments</li><li>An executive presence with polished and well-developed written and oral communication skills</li><li>Superior ability to influence and collaborate with senior management and work across all levels of an organization</li><li>Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel and PowerPoint</li><li>State Life and Health license required within 90 days of joining</li><li>Actuarial designation and current continuing education (optional)</li></ul>Compensation and BenefitsBase salary range and benefits information for this position are being included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, qualifications/experience, performance in the role, and potential for revenue generation.CompensationThe base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $140,000.00 to $200,000.00 USD per year. This role is also eligible for an annual short-term incentive bonus.Company BenefitsWTW provides a competitive benefit package which includes the following (eligibility requirements apply):<ul><li>Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Commuter Account, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Group Accident, Group Critical Illness, Life Insurance, AD&amp;D, Group Legal, Identity Theft Protection, Wellbeing Program, and Work/Life Resources.</li><li>Leave Benefits: Paid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves (e.g., Bereavement, FMLA, ADA, Jury Duty, Military Leave, and Parental and Adoption Leave).</li><li>Retirement Benefits: Contributory Pension Plan and Savings Plan (401k).</li></ul>The position allows for flexible working. At WTW, we trust you to know your work and the people, tools, and environment you need to be successful. The majority of our colleagues work in a “hybrid” style, with a mix of remote, in-person, and in-office interactions dependent on the needs of the team, role, and clients.We understand flexibility is key to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and encourage requests for all types of flexible working as well as location-based arrangements.

DescriptionAs a Health and Benefits Financial/Actuarial Director, you will serve as the financial lead for large, complex client assignments. You’ll leverage your experience as a benefits financial/actuarial expert to make strategic recommendations on funding, plan design, and innovative financial solutions.You will apply your financial management and data analytics expertise to solve complex client problems and to lead the development of new H&B intellectual capital.<ul><li>Communicates and delivers complex concepts and financial/actuarial/analytic results to effectively drive client action and improve plan performance</li><li>Leads Medium to Large clients’ financial/actuarial engagements</li><li>Develops and delivers the financial/actuarial strategy for a portfolio of Medium and/or Large clients</li><li>Drives revenue growth through client sales of additional actuarial, financial, and/or risk solutions</li><li>Provides consulting quality reviews and client delivery for all types of financial/actuarial deliverables</li><li>Guides team (regional and global) on deliverables based on client need; reviews models and presentations for client delivery</li><li>Builds relationships internally and collaborates effectively on cross-functional teams</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>10+ years’ experience and demonstrated success in the delivery of complex health and welfare financial/actuarial strategies and analysis in a consulting or brokerage environment</li><li>Proven ability to generate revenue</li><li>Track record of success in managing and growing client relationships</li><li>Deep understanding and expert knowledge in all aspects of employee benefit plan design, underwriting, and funding concepts</li><li>Proven ability to lead data analytic projects</li><li>Interest and aptitude in keeping abreast of latest developments in health and welfare plan strategy</li><li>Ability to leverage judgment and past experiences to predict which methods will work</li><li>Multiple years of experience across one or multiple client segments</li><li>An executive presence with polished and well-developed written and oral communication skills</li><li>Superior ability to influence and collaborate with senior management and work across all levels of an organization</li><li>Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel and PowerPoint</li><li>State Life and Health license required within 90 days of joining</li><li>Actuarial designation and current continuing education (optional)</li></ul>Compensation and BenefitsBase salary range and benefits information for this position are included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, qualifications/experience, performance in the role, and potential for revenue generation.CompensationThe base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $140,000.00 to $200,000.00 USD per year. This role is also eligible for an annual short-term incentive bonus.Company BenefitsWTW provides a competitive benefit package which includes the following (eligibility requirements apply):<ul><li>Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Commuter Account, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Group Accident, Group Critical Illness, Life Insurance, AD&D, Group Legal, Identity Theft Protection, Wellbeing Program and Work/Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program)</li><li>Leave Benefits: Paid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off (includes paid state/local paid leave where required), Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves (e.g., Bereavement, FMLA, ADA, Jury Duty, Military Leave, and Parental and Adoption Leave), Paid Time Off (Washington State only)</li><li>Retirement Benefits: Contributory Pension Plan and Savings Plan (401k).</li></ul>Flexible WorkingAt WTW, we trust you to know your work and the people, tools, and environment you need to be successful. The majority of our colleagues work in a “hybrid” style, with a mix of remote, in-person, and in-office interactions dependent on the needs of the team, role, and clients.We understand flexibility is key to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and encourage requests for all types of flexible working as well as location-based arrangements.

Job DescriptionCandidates from the following locations will be considered: Philadelphia PA, Boston, MA, Hartford, CT, New York, NY, Short Hills, NJ.As a Healthcare Financial/Actuarial Senior Associate you will be a key member of the Financial Actuarial & Analytics (FAA) Community of Expertise. You will substantially contribute to a wide variety of complex analyses and projects involving the design, financing, and measurement and financial analysis of the full spectrum of employer health and group benefit programs including medical, dental, life, disability, voluntary benefits, etc. You will interface with vendors and client service teams, prepare and communicate complex analyses to clients, and ensure quality standards are met. You will have the opportunity to position yourself to lead financial project with small-to-midsized clients, and work on cutting edge projects alongside leaders in the industry.<ul><li>Develops knowledge of varying client complexity by working across different client profiles and roles, including leading clients' financial/actuarial engagements for a portfolio of small clients or managing FAA resources to coordinate effective and efficient delivery of more complex client deliverables</li><li>Demonstrates an advanced/expert knowledge in all aspects of employee benefit plan design, underwriting and funding concepts and H&B tools</li><li>Is a key member on multiple employer client teams providing financial analyses, outputs and client deliverables across a region</li><li>Provides direction on benefit plan analysis, design, cost avoidance, risk and funding strategies</li><li>Reviews technical & consulting accuracy on client projects, including developing pricing and employee contributions strategies, modelling plan design alternatives and calculating reserves</li><li>Communicates complex financial/actuarial/analytic results to effectively drive client action</li><li>Partners with Global Delivery Centers and Client Service teams to deliver superior project management</li><li>Build strong relationships internally and collaborate effectively on cross-functional teams</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>5+ years' experience in professional services, ideally gained in a benefit consulting/brokerage firm or health underwriting / actuarial function of an insurance company</li><li>Advanced knowledge of health and welfare products & services</li><li>Experience with big data analytic techniques preferred</li><li>Advanced knowledge of underwriting and funding concepts</li><li>Proven ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously and produce quality deliverables on time and within budget</li><li>Desire and ability to expand relationships with clients</li><li>Proven ability to identify and resolve issues with limited information and experience</li><li>Polished and well developed written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Self-starter attitude and ability to work independently and as part of a team</li><li>Strong analytical, creative and integrative skills</li><li>Ability to direct work of more junior colleagues and provide feedback</li><li>Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel and PowerPoint</li><li>State Life and Health license required within 90 days of joining</li><li>Relevant financial experience and/or university degree</li><li>Progress towards completion of health actuarial designation or CEBS designation (optional)</li></ul>Compensation and BenefitsBase salary range and benefits information for this position are being included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Please note that salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, qualifications/experience, performance in the role and potential for revenue generation (Producer roles only).CompensationThe base salary compensation range being offered for this role is 105,000 - 115,000 USD. This role is also eligible for an annual short-term incentive bonus.Company Benefits<ul><li>Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Commuter Account, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Group Accident, Group Critical Illness, Life Insurance, AD&D, Group Legal, Identify Theft Protection, Wellbeing Program and Work/Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program)</li><li>Leave Benefits: Paid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off (includes paid state/local paid leave where required), Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves (e.g., Bereavement, FMLA, ADA, Jury Duty, Military Leave, and Parental and Adoption Leave), Paid Time Off (Washington State only)</li><li>Retirement Benefits: Contributory Pension Plan and Savings Plan (401k). All Level 38 and more senior roles may also be eligible for non-qualified Deferred Compensation and Deferred Savings Plans. If Level 38 or more senior role is in Washington State, you must add the retirement benefits paragraph to the job description.</li></ul>Flexible working:At WTW, we trust you to know your work and the people, tools and environment you need to be successful. The majority of our colleagues work in a "hybrid" style, with a mix of remote, in-person and in-office interactions dependent on the needs of the team, role and clients. Our flexibility is rooted in trust and "hybrid" is not a one-size-fits-all solution.We understand flexibility is key to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and so we encourage requests for all types of flexible working as well as location-based arrangements. Please speak to your recruiter to discuss more.

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