Actuary / Economic Damages Consultant

Accountabilities:: The Actuary / Economic Damages Consultant is responsible for conducting comprehensive economic loss assessments, developing robust financial models, and producing well-supported reports for legal review. The role combines actuarial analysis, forensic economics, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with government legal teams. Prepare detailed actuarial and economic damages assessments for military medical malpractice claims and appeals. Calculate the net present value of lost future earnings in wrongful death and personal injury cases. Analyze projected military and civilian career earnings, earning capacity, and potential future financial losses. Calculate personal consumption adjustments and residual earning capacity where applicable. Evaluate disability-related economic impacts using relevant Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) disability rating methodologies. Calculate the present value of lost retirement benefits, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) contributions, Social Security benefits, and household services losses. Perform government benefit offset calculations in accordance with applicable federal regulations. Review claimant-submitted economic and actuarial reports to assess the validity of methodologies, assumptions, and calculations. Prepare written rebuttal reports identifying errors, unsupported assumptions, inconsistencies, and methodological weaknesses. Build, maintain, and document detailed Microsoft Excel models supporting calculations, assumptions, and conclusions. Respond to follow-up questions and provide clear explanations of findings to government attorneys and legal staff. Ensure all analyses and deliverables comply with professional actuarial standards and applicable federal requirements. Protect confidential claimant information, legal strategies, and sensitive personal and health information in accordance with security and nondisclosure requirements. Requirements: The ideal candidate is an experienced actuary or forensic economist with a strong background in economic loss analysis, financial modeling, and the preparation of reports for legal or regulatory proceedings. They should demonstrate exceptional analytical rigor, professional writing skills, and the ability to work independently while meeting strict deadlines. Bachelor's degree in Actuarial Science, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, or a related field. At least 5 years of professional experience preparing economic damages assessments involving personal injury, wrongful death, or related matters. Demonstrated expertise in actuarial methodologies, economic loss analysis, and present value calculations. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and complex financial modeling. Experience preparing expert reports for litigation, insurance, healthcare, government, or legal proceedings. Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex calculations and economic assumptions clearly and professionally. Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving abilities, with meticulous attention to detail. Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver accurate work within strict deadlines. Eligibility to successfully complete applicable background screening requirements. Ability to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), Protected Health Information (PHI), and Personally Identifiable Information (PII) securely and appropriately. Willingness to comply with all applicable confidentiality, security, and nondisclosure requirements. Preferred qualifications include one or more of the following: Professional designations such as ASA, FSA, MAAA, FCA, CFA, CPA/ABV, or CFE, or a PhD in Economics or a comparable qualification. Previous experience serving as an expert witness. Experience calculating economic damages in medical malpractice, personal injury, or wrongful death cases. Familiarity with military compensation systems, veterans' benefits, and federal retirement programs. Experience supporting federal government agencies, healthcare organizations, or legal teams. Knowledge of Title 10 U.S.C. § 2733a and 32 CFR Part 45. Benefits: This consulting opportunity offers competitive compensation, remote flexibility, and the chance to contribute specialized expertise to significant legal and government-related matters. Hourly compensation: $80–$110 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. Employment arrangement: Full-time senior-level consultant/contract position. Remote work: Work remotely from a contractor's facility within the United States. Meaningful impact: Apply actuarial and economic expertise to military medical malpractice claims and legally significant determinations. Professional engagement: Work with government attorneys and legal professionals on complex forensic economic matters. Specialized experience: Develop expertise in military compensation, disability impacts, federal benefits, and economic damages analysis. Independent work environment: Manage technical analyses and deliverables while contributing to important federal agency objectives.