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Assumptions Specialist - Senior Analyst

7 days ago Springfield, IL

At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care.As the nation's leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues - caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day.Position Summary
We are seeking an Assumptions Development Specialist with a strong analytical mindset. This role requires a willingness to engage deeply with mathematical models and collaborate across various departments to ensure our underwriting model's assumptions are up-to-date and aligned with our strategic goals. Additionally, this role will support the strategic direction to the organization to achieve its business goals and ensure financial integrity. This role requires collaboration with business partners to provide sound risk management advice.

  • Assumption Development (75%): Design and conduct studies to validate and refine existing assumptions, as well as develop new assumptions. This involves rigorous analysis and collaboration with various stakeholders.
  • Client Modeling Support (25%): Support of live PBM client modeling through adhoc client analytics requests and partnering with strategy and tool development teams to support modeling solution design
  • Management Responsibilities: None, individual contributor.
Required Qualifications
  • 2+ years of analytical experience and designing data-driven analyses.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA) or progress being made towards achieving actuarial credential.
  • 1+ years of experience working for a pharmacy benefits manager (PBM) or in Rx consulting.
  • PBM and/or Healthcare experience
  • Financial modeling experience
  • Strong collaboration skills and willingness to work across business units within a complex organization
  • Excellent oral and written communications skills; Ability to convey complex topics in clear and concise terms.
  • Innovative mindset and ability to work outside of established boundaries
  • Results oriented with ability to keep others on task to meet defined goals
  • Degree related to finance, mathematics, statistics, actuarial science, economics, or other data related fields
  • Experience working in a dynamic environment with continually evolving priorities
Education
  • Bachelor's degree preferred, specialized training, or relevant professional qualification.
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40Time Type
Full timePay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:$79,310.00 - $158,620.00This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.Great benefits for great peopleWe take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits - investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:

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  • Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan.
  • No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
  • Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.
For more information, visit https://jobs.cvshealth.com/us/en/benefitsWe anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 08/25/2025Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.

Client-provided location(s): Springfield, IL
Job ID: CVS-R0668527
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-07-26T12:29:25

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Vacation and Time Off

      • Paid Vacation
      • Paid Holidays
      • Personal/Sick Days
    • Financial and Retirement

      • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Professional Development

      • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Diversity and Inclusion

      • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
      • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program