Head of Client Solutions, Savings & Retirement page is loaded Head of Client Solutions, Savings & Retirementlocations: London, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R15083 Job Title Head of Client Solutions, Savings & Retirement Job Description The Role The VP, Client Solutions - UK , Savings & Retirements is accountable for Pacific Life Re's Savings & Retirements new business delivery in the UK.The incumbent is accountable for the sales, client relationships, structuring and execution of transactions in the UK market. The incumbent will be supported by AVP Client Solutions to deliver on their objectives and accountabilities. The role holder will be responsible for ensuring we have market leading client relationships and they will be responsible for developing new deals and clients and delivering growth in the UK market.The product suite for which the role is responsible for delivering new business are the execution of longevity, funded reinsurance and any other Savings and Retirements products.In performing their role, the incumbent will be expected to support the MVP, Client Solutions, Savings and Retirements and the Savings & Retirements Executive Committee, in delivering a strategy and business plan for the UK. They will then lead on the execution of this strategy in client relationships and solutions for the UK market.The incumbent in this role is expected to be a key leader in developing a culture across Savings & Retirements consistent with the Pacific Life Re target culture and consistent with the company's Principles and Behaviours. They will also be responsible for the support required to their reports to ensure that their staff remain highly engaged. Key Responsibilities Play a leading role in the development of the Savings & Retirements strategy, developing business plans and KPIs based on these strategies. Lead and be accountable for the execution and implementation of the new business part of these plans effectively and efficiently. Develop market leading client relationships in the UK with the support of the Client Solutions leaders in other markets having a consistent approach. Ensure there is effective relationship at each level of seniority within our clients and Savings and Retirements are able to use these relationships to expand and grow business whilst supporting client needs. Accountable for new business volume delivery in the UK ensuring there is an effective working model between Client Solutions, Pricing and other key functions such as Legal so that Pacific Life re can deliver on its client quote and business needs whilst delivering required new business volumes and strong working relationships. Responsible for high quality decision making across Savings and Retirements including but not limited to being an approver in the treaty authorities on new UK transactions and treaties and ensuring appropriate structures and terms are offered to ensures business is within risk appetite and potential stress event are understood. Be a leading member of the Client Solutions Leadership team taking an interest and supporting role in the global Client Solutions efforts.# Qualifications & Expertise At least 5 years' experience in operating in (re)insurance including time in market facing and technical roles - experience in the markets that PL Re focuses on would be preferred. Experience in asset intensive business and the associated structuring frameworks. Experience in Longevity (re)insurance Deep understanding of the technical basis of reinsurance business, with a proven ability to understand and question pricing and / or capital bases. Excellent communication skills and track record of strong working relationships. Ability to set and deliver compelling strategies in a challenging business environment. 5+ years experience in a sales, new business or client relationship role. Exceptional managerial and influencing skills and an ability to operate at all levels. Highly financially literate and can understand reinsurance pricing. financial reporting and capital to a high level of detail. In depth understanding of risk frameworks and controls. Working For Pacific Life Re Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes.Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and well being initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events and overseeing volunteering opportunities. Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed Term Employees) Leave 25 days of annual leave with option to buy/sell more days Adoption and fertility leave Generous enhanced parental leaveHealthcare Comprehensive private insurance coverage for employee and dependents Group Life Insurance coverage of 9x basic annual salary and Group Income Protection up to 75% of basic annual salary Optical benefitsSavings & Retirement 15% combined employee/employer contributionsWellness Subsidized gym membership Access to Employee Assistance Program Cycle to Work and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme Time off for volunteering Charitable matching of employee donationsAs part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we will provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs so that we can discuss these with you to make sure that suitable adjustments are made, where possible. Pacific Life Re Values At Pacific Life Re, our vision is to bring an innovative and dynamic approach to the marketplace. Our global team is not afraid to disrupt and challenge industry thinking to provide the best life and health reinsurance services possible. Working in some of the most complex and fast-moving markets has taught us that knowledge and innovation go hand in hand. Today, we are continuing our rapid growth internationally with offices across Europe, Asia, North America, Australia, and Bermuda. With over 1000 employees across the globe, we take pride in our inclusive culture, underpinned by our values and behaviours, providing an environment where everyone can grow and develop.
Nov 01, 2025
Full time
Head of Client Solutions, Savings & Retirement page is loaded Head of Client Solutions, Savings & Retirementlocations: London, UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R15083 Job Title Head of Client Solutions, Savings & Retirement Job Description The Role The VP, Client Solutions - UK , Savings & Retirements is accountable for Pacific Life Re's Savings & Retirements new business delivery in the UK.The incumbent is accountable for the sales, client relationships, structuring and execution of transactions in the UK market. The incumbent will be supported by AVP Client Solutions to deliver on their objectives and accountabilities. The role holder will be responsible for ensuring we have market leading client relationships and they will be responsible for developing new deals and clients and delivering growth in the UK market.The product suite for which the role is responsible for delivering new business are the execution of longevity, funded reinsurance and any other Savings and Retirements products.In performing their role, the incumbent will be expected to support the MVP, Client Solutions, Savings and Retirements and the Savings & Retirements Executive Committee, in delivering a strategy and business plan for the UK. They will then lead on the execution of this strategy in client relationships and solutions for the UK market.The incumbent in this role is expected to be a key leader in developing a culture across Savings & Retirements consistent with the Pacific Life Re target culture and consistent with the company's Principles and Behaviours. They will also be responsible for the support required to their reports to ensure that their staff remain highly engaged. Key Responsibilities Play a leading role in the development of the Savings & Retirements strategy, developing business plans and KPIs based on these strategies. Lead and be accountable for the execution and implementation of the new business part of these plans effectively and efficiently. Develop market leading client relationships in the UK with the support of the Client Solutions leaders in other markets having a consistent approach. Ensure there is effective relationship at each level of seniority within our clients and Savings and Retirements are able to use these relationships to expand and grow business whilst supporting client needs. Accountable for new business volume delivery in the UK ensuring there is an effective working model between Client Solutions, Pricing and other key functions such as Legal so that Pacific Life re can deliver on its client quote and business needs whilst delivering required new business volumes and strong working relationships. Responsible for high quality decision making across Savings and Retirements including but not limited to being an approver in the treaty authorities on new UK transactions and treaties and ensuring appropriate structures and terms are offered to ensures business is within risk appetite and potential stress event are understood. Be a leading member of the Client Solutions Leadership team taking an interest and supporting role in the global Client Solutions efforts.# Qualifications & Expertise At least 5 years' experience in operating in (re)insurance including time in market facing and technical roles - experience in the markets that PL Re focuses on would be preferred. Experience in asset intensive business and the associated structuring frameworks. Experience in Longevity (re)insurance Deep understanding of the technical basis of reinsurance business, with a proven ability to understand and question pricing and / or capital bases. Excellent communication skills and track record of strong working relationships. Ability to set and deliver compelling strategies in a challenging business environment. 5+ years experience in a sales, new business or client relationship role. Exceptional managerial and influencing skills and an ability to operate at all levels. Highly financially literate and can understand reinsurance pricing. financial reporting and capital to a high level of detail. In depth understanding of risk frameworks and controls. Working For Pacific Life Re Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes.Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and well being initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events and overseeing volunteering opportunities. Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed Term Employees) Leave 25 days of annual leave with option to buy/sell more days Adoption and fertility leave Generous enhanced parental leaveHealthcare Comprehensive private insurance coverage for employee and dependents Group Life Insurance coverage of 9x basic annual salary and Group Income Protection up to 75% of basic annual salary Optical benefitsSavings & Retirement 15% combined employee/employer contributionsWellness Subsidized gym membership Access to Employee Assistance Program Cycle to Work and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme Time off for volunteering Charitable matching of employee donationsAs part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we will provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs so that we can discuss these with you to make sure that suitable adjustments are made, where possible. Pacific Life Re Values At Pacific Life Re, our vision is to bring an innovative and dynamic approach to the marketplace. Our global team is not afraid to disrupt and challenge industry thinking to provide the best life and health reinsurance services possible. Working in some of the most complex and fast-moving markets has taught us that knowledge and innovation go hand in hand. Today, we are continuing our rapid growth internationally with offices across Europe, Asia, North America, Australia, and Bermuda. With over 1000 employees across the globe, we take pride in our inclusive culture, underpinned by our values and behaviours, providing an environment where everyone can grow and develop.
Job Title AVP, Marketing, Savings & Retirement Job Description The RoleThe AVP, Marketing & Communications role within Client Solutions plays an important role in supporting the Savings & Retirement Line of Business achieve its branding and growth targets. In this role you will work closely with the global Client Solutions team and through this forum you will build a strong understanding of each of our markets and products.In this role you'll be responsible for providing strategic guidance and support to the business. This role will also have overall responsibility, working closely with and in conjunction with the AVP, Marketing, Protection, in driving Pacific Life Re's brand, in collaboration with Pacific Life. You will be comfortable to develop a marketing strategy that is well considered, and takes into account the various unique markets in which PL Re operates. As well as this, you'll be a highly skilled content creator, experienced in developing professional communications materials/collateral and external messaging using a variety of mediums and channels. Duties Marketing brand/strategy. Taking ownership for the marketing strategy for S&R, including: Working collaboratively with the Client Solutions to develop a target brand in each of our markets and execute a tailored marketing strategy for each market segment. Leading the Marketing team to execute this strategy, ensuring that plans are well socialised and the relevant Client Solutions teams are engaged and comfortable that they appropriately cater to our different markets and their unique characteristics Proposing and monitoring the budget to implement strategies and produce collateral. Marketing Collateral and Events Leading Marketing team and supporting Client Solutions teams to develop impactful marketing and thought leadership collateral in line with our target brand and strategy for distribution via email, websites, LinkedIn, encouraging presenting engagements and other mediums as appropriate. Supporting the Client Solutions team with advice on delivering key client pitches or papers with impact Leading your team to develop a calendar of events with the relevant Client Solutions teams that best represent our brand and deliver optimal return on our investment, and working with the Marketing team, office managers and PAs as appropriate to deliver on these events. Develop engagement metrics to help assess content impact. Supporting the Enterprise Marketing Function: Overall responsibility for PL Re to ensuring clear lines of communication between PL and PL Re Marketing teams, including acting as a conduit into these teams. As necessary, involvement in the scoping and support of delivering on whole of Enterprise marketing projects (for example, branding, websites) Maintaining a high degree of collaboration with Marketing for the Protection LoB to ensure we are coordinated in our approach and have clear roles and responsibilities. Driving insight on our client portfolio: Taking ownership of the CRM for S&R. This involves owning the adoption and ongoing use of the CRM, to ensure that we have strong plans to extract maximum value of that CRM and monitoring the ongoing adoption and use. From time to time supporting project work as appropriate Working with Client Solutions teams to design and develop client surveys from time to time, in a consistent approach across the business Marketing team leadership: With guidance and support from the MVP, Client Solutions, setting a vision for the Marketing team and translating this vision into appropriate objectives and plans for team members Supporting the development of team members by providing ongoing coaching and development and stretch goals, aligned with the company objectives. Prioritising objectives and plans as appropriate to maximise opportunities to achieve KPIs Skills/Knowledge Degree qualified or equivalent experience in marketing, external communications, journalism or public relations 3+ years experience in content marketing for a global company, with an understanding of business priorities and drivers. Experience using technology and digital communications channels as an enabler of client engagement. Basic knowledge of insurance products, especially life and health insurance is preferable. Required experience and attributes Excellent writing and editing skills with a focus on clarity, tone, and audience relevance. A creative thinker who can develop and implement ideas in line with our Corporate Identity and Principles. Ability to form strong relationships with leadership and peers and be able to work effectively across a matrix organization. Strong interpersonal skills and a good presenter - able to make recommendations with gravitas and inspire confidence in others. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Highly organised with the ability to multi-task well. Able to influence stakeholders and build trusted relationships. High level of personal enthusiasm and self-motivation. Working For Pacific Life Re Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes.Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and well being initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events and overseeing volunteering opportunities. Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed Term Employees) Leave 25 days of annual leave with option to buy/sell more days Adoption and fertility leave Generous enhanced parental leaveHealthcare Comprehensive private insurance coverage for employee and dependents Group Life Insurance coverage of 9x basic annual salary and Group Income Protection up to 75% of basic annual salary Optical benefitsSavings & Retirement 15% combined employee/employer contributionsWellness Subsidized gym membership Access to Employee Assistance Program Cycle to Work and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme Time off for volunteering Charitable matching of employee donationsAs part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we will provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs so that we can discuss these with you to make sure that suitable adjustments are made, where possible. Pacific Life Re Values At Pacific Life Re, our vision is to bring an innovative and dynamic approach to the marketplace. Our global team is not afraid to disrupt and challenge industry thinking to provide the best life and health reinsurance services possible. Working in some of the most complex and fast-moving markets has taught us that knowledge and innovation go hand in hand. Today, we are continuing our rapid growth internationally with offices across Europe, Asia, North America, Australia, and Bermuda. With over 1000 employees across the globe, we take pride in our inclusive culture, underpinned by our values and behaviours, providing an environment where everyone can grow and develop.
Oct 30, 2025
Full time
Job Title AVP, Marketing, Savings & Retirement Job Description The RoleThe AVP, Marketing & Communications role within Client Solutions plays an important role in supporting the Savings & Retirement Line of Business achieve its branding and growth targets. In this role you will work closely with the global Client Solutions team and through this forum you will build a strong understanding of each of our markets and products.In this role you'll be responsible for providing strategic guidance and support to the business. This role will also have overall responsibility, working closely with and in conjunction with the AVP, Marketing, Protection, in driving Pacific Life Re's brand, in collaboration with Pacific Life. You will be comfortable to develop a marketing strategy that is well considered, and takes into account the various unique markets in which PL Re operates. As well as this, you'll be a highly skilled content creator, experienced in developing professional communications materials/collateral and external messaging using a variety of mediums and channels. Duties Marketing brand/strategy. Taking ownership for the marketing strategy for S&R, including: Working collaboratively with the Client Solutions to develop a target brand in each of our markets and execute a tailored marketing strategy for each market segment. Leading the Marketing team to execute this strategy, ensuring that plans are well socialised and the relevant Client Solutions teams are engaged and comfortable that they appropriately cater to our different markets and their unique characteristics Proposing and monitoring the budget to implement strategies and produce collateral. Marketing Collateral and Events Leading Marketing team and supporting Client Solutions teams to develop impactful marketing and thought leadership collateral in line with our target brand and strategy for distribution via email, websites, LinkedIn, encouraging presenting engagements and other mediums as appropriate. Supporting the Client Solutions team with advice on delivering key client pitches or papers with impact Leading your team to develop a calendar of events with the relevant Client Solutions teams that best represent our brand and deliver optimal return on our investment, and working with the Marketing team, office managers and PAs as appropriate to deliver on these events. Develop engagement metrics to help assess content impact. Supporting the Enterprise Marketing Function: Overall responsibility for PL Re to ensuring clear lines of communication between PL and PL Re Marketing teams, including acting as a conduit into these teams. As necessary, involvement in the scoping and support of delivering on whole of Enterprise marketing projects (for example, branding, websites) Maintaining a high degree of collaboration with Marketing for the Protection LoB to ensure we are coordinated in our approach and have clear roles and responsibilities. Driving insight on our client portfolio: Taking ownership of the CRM for S&R. This involves owning the adoption and ongoing use of the CRM, to ensure that we have strong plans to extract maximum value of that CRM and monitoring the ongoing adoption and use. From time to time supporting project work as appropriate Working with Client Solutions teams to design and develop client surveys from time to time, in a consistent approach across the business Marketing team leadership: With guidance and support from the MVP, Client Solutions, setting a vision for the Marketing team and translating this vision into appropriate objectives and plans for team members Supporting the development of team members by providing ongoing coaching and development and stretch goals, aligned with the company objectives. Prioritising objectives and plans as appropriate to maximise opportunities to achieve KPIs Skills/Knowledge Degree qualified or equivalent experience in marketing, external communications, journalism or public relations 3+ years experience in content marketing for a global company, with an understanding of business priorities and drivers. Experience using technology and digital communications channels as an enabler of client engagement. Basic knowledge of insurance products, especially life and health insurance is preferable. Required experience and attributes Excellent writing and editing skills with a focus on clarity, tone, and audience relevance. A creative thinker who can develop and implement ideas in line with our Corporate Identity and Principles. Ability to form strong relationships with leadership and peers and be able to work effectively across a matrix organization. Strong interpersonal skills and a good presenter - able to make recommendations with gravitas and inspire confidence in others. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Highly organised with the ability to multi-task well. Able to influence stakeholders and build trusted relationships. High level of personal enthusiasm and self-motivation. Working For Pacific Life Re Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes.Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and well being initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events and overseeing volunteering opportunities. Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed Term Employees) Leave 25 days of annual leave with option to buy/sell more days Adoption and fertility leave Generous enhanced parental leaveHealthcare Comprehensive private insurance coverage for employee and dependents Group Life Insurance coverage of 9x basic annual salary and Group Income Protection up to 75% of basic annual salary Optical benefitsSavings & Retirement 15% combined employee/employer contributionsWellness Subsidized gym membership Access to Employee Assistance Program Cycle to Work and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme Time off for volunteering Charitable matching of employee donationsAs part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we will provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs so that we can discuss these with you to make sure that suitable adjustments are made, where possible. Pacific Life Re Values At Pacific Life Re, our vision is to bring an innovative and dynamic approach to the marketplace. Our global team is not afraid to disrupt and challenge industry thinking to provide the best life and health reinsurance services possible. Working in some of the most complex and fast-moving markets has taught us that knowledge and innovation go hand in hand. Today, we are continuing our rapid growth internationally with offices across Europe, Asia, North America, Australia, and Bermuda. With over 1000 employees across the globe, we take pride in our inclusive culture, underpinned by our values and behaviours, providing an environment where everyone can grow and develop.
Job Title IT Security Engineer Job Description The IT Security Engineer is responsible for maintaining, implementing and improving the internal IT security systems. The IT Security Engineer will work with relevant stakeholders to ensure secure and compliant and secure IT systems aligned with relevant standards, policies and procedures both internal and external.The roles requires a deep knowledge of and experience with multiple security tools focusing on but not limited to the Microsoft security suite. Who are the The IT team are responsible for the set-up, maintenance and security of our IT infrastructure, network, equipment and tools. The team provide a range of services internally from providing support to our employees globally with their Apple Macs, mobile devices and user accounts to managing Microsoft 365, Zscaler, JAMF, IDP, and security tooling such as Purview and Defender. What will I be Continuous improvement of the internal IT security systems covering but not limited to Microsoft 365, Defender, Purview, Email security, Apple Macs and third-party SaaS solutions Run or assist in running vulnerability assessments to identify any weaknesses Identify and plan implementations of new security tools to cover security requirements as necessary Work closely with the parent organization (PLRe) to address and resolve IT security vulnerabilities and findings promptly. As part of the wider team monitor security alerts for incidents, classify and deal with them following established processes Gather evidence and maintain documentation for security and compliance audits Collaborate with other teams in the business to ensure security best practices are in place and aligned with business policy The ideal person will have: A track record of effectively manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment. Strong problem-solving abilities, adept at tackling complex issues with creativity and efficiency. Great written and verbal communication skills, capable of articulating technical concepts to different audiences (technical and non-technical). A keen sense of urgency, ensuring tasks are completed promptly and efficiently. Proficiency in collaborating across the wider organization, adept at aligning with and addressing overarching priorities. A proactive approach to evaluating and improving existing practices, driving continual enhancement. Strong commitment to delivering work of the highest quality, completeness, and accuracy. Active participation in meetings, bringing a constructive and impactful presence. Technical Requirements: Expertise with Microsoft security systems including Defender and Purview Expertise with device management and security Expertise with data security tools Experience with Apple Macs and related security tools Understanding of the security requirements relating to ISO 27001 About UnderwriteMe UnderwriteMe is an Insurtech software business and subsidiary of Pacific Life Re (PL Re), a global life and pensions reinsurance firm. We have a vision to help everyone purchase protection insurance by using data and disruptive technology to transform our partners and markets in order to make their underwriting processes as quick and efficient as possible.Our core products are: • Decision Platform - a B2B enterprise platform that provides a best-in-market Underwriting Rules Engine used by over 30 insurers to power their underwriting decisions. The product is sold across UK & Ireland, Asia-Pacific and North America. The platform combines our engine with technology to source and process third-party information supporting underwriting decisions for insurers. We are already working on capabilities, powered by AI, to make these decisions even more efficient. • Protection Platform - a B2B2C marketplace used by over 15,000 advisors to power quoting and purchase of protection products in the UK. We currently deliver 16% of the UK markets protection policies and we are already working to increase our reach. Working for UnderwriteMe Joining UnderwriteMe means being part of a technology company that is committed to bringing a fresh and dynamic approach to insurance. You'd be working with a team of highly technical experts made up of people with backgrounds in software, fintech, and insurance.Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes.Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and wellbeing initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events, and overseeing volunteering opportunities. Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed Term Employees) Leave 25 days of annual leave with option to buy/sell more days Adoption and fertility leave Generous enhanced parental leaveHealthcare Comprehensive private insurance coverage for employee and dependents Group Life Insurance coverage of 9x basic annual salary and Group Income Protection up to 75% of basic annual salary Optical benefitsSavings & Retirement 15% combined employee/employer contributionsWellness Subsidized gym membership Access to Employee Assistance Program Cycle to Work and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme Time off for volunteering Charitable matching of employee donationsAs part of our commitment to accessibility for all, UnderwriteMe will, upon the request of the applicant, provide accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs, and we will consult with you to ensure suitable accommodation is provided. UnderwriteMe Values UnderwriteMe is transforming the life insurance industry through technology by bringing Insurers, Intermediaries and Customers closer together in the marketplace. We recognise the need to change the life insurance application journey from a complicated, inefficient experience to one that makes the buying process easier and faster for customers and advisers alike. Founded in 2012, our journey started with the Underwriting Rules Engine and Protection Platform in the UK, and we have now grown to become a leading InsurTech provider across Europe, Asia and Australia.
Oct 29, 2025
Full time
Job Title IT Security Engineer Job Description The IT Security Engineer is responsible for maintaining, implementing and improving the internal IT security systems. The IT Security Engineer will work with relevant stakeholders to ensure secure and compliant and secure IT systems aligned with relevant standards, policies and procedures both internal and external.The roles requires a deep knowledge of and experience with multiple security tools focusing on but not limited to the Microsoft security suite. Who are the The IT team are responsible for the set-up, maintenance and security of our IT infrastructure, network, equipment and tools. The team provide a range of services internally from providing support to our employees globally with their Apple Macs, mobile devices and user accounts to managing Microsoft 365, Zscaler, JAMF, IDP, and security tooling such as Purview and Defender. What will I be Continuous improvement of the internal IT security systems covering but not limited to Microsoft 365, Defender, Purview, Email security, Apple Macs and third-party SaaS solutions Run or assist in running vulnerability assessments to identify any weaknesses Identify and plan implementations of new security tools to cover security requirements as necessary Work closely with the parent organization (PLRe) to address and resolve IT security vulnerabilities and findings promptly. As part of the wider team monitor security alerts for incidents, classify and deal with them following established processes Gather evidence and maintain documentation for security and compliance audits Collaborate with other teams in the business to ensure security best practices are in place and aligned with business policy The ideal person will have: A track record of effectively manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment. Strong problem-solving abilities, adept at tackling complex issues with creativity and efficiency. Great written and verbal communication skills, capable of articulating technical concepts to different audiences (technical and non-technical). A keen sense of urgency, ensuring tasks are completed promptly and efficiently. Proficiency in collaborating across the wider organization, adept at aligning with and addressing overarching priorities. A proactive approach to evaluating and improving existing practices, driving continual enhancement. Strong commitment to delivering work of the highest quality, completeness, and accuracy. Active participation in meetings, bringing a constructive and impactful presence. Technical Requirements: Expertise with Microsoft security systems including Defender and Purview Expertise with device management and security Expertise with data security tools Experience with Apple Macs and related security tools Understanding of the security requirements relating to ISO 27001 About UnderwriteMe UnderwriteMe is an Insurtech software business and subsidiary of Pacific Life Re (PL Re), a global life and pensions reinsurance firm. We have a vision to help everyone purchase protection insurance by using data and disruptive technology to transform our partners and markets in order to make their underwriting processes as quick and efficient as possible.Our core products are: • Decision Platform - a B2B enterprise platform that provides a best-in-market Underwriting Rules Engine used by over 30 insurers to power their underwriting decisions. The product is sold across UK & Ireland, Asia-Pacific and North America. The platform combines our engine with technology to source and process third-party information supporting underwriting decisions for insurers. We are already working on capabilities, powered by AI, to make these decisions even more efficient. • Protection Platform - a B2B2C marketplace used by over 15,000 advisors to power quoting and purchase of protection products in the UK. We currently deliver 16% of the UK markets protection policies and we are already working to increase our reach. Working for UnderwriteMe Joining UnderwriteMe means being part of a technology company that is committed to bringing a fresh and dynamic approach to insurance. You'd be working with a team of highly technical experts made up of people with backgrounds in software, fintech, and insurance.Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes.Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and wellbeing initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events, and overseeing volunteering opportunities. Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed Term Employees) Leave 25 days of annual leave with option to buy/sell more days Adoption and fertility leave Generous enhanced parental leaveHealthcare Comprehensive private insurance coverage for employee and dependents Group Life Insurance coverage of 9x basic annual salary and Group Income Protection up to 75% of basic annual salary Optical benefitsSavings & Retirement 15% combined employee/employer contributionsWellness Subsidized gym membership Access to Employee Assistance Program Cycle to Work and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme Time off for volunteering Charitable matching of employee donationsAs part of our commitment to accessibility for all, UnderwriteMe will, upon the request of the applicant, provide accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs, and we will consult with you to ensure suitable accommodation is provided. UnderwriteMe Values UnderwriteMe is transforming the life insurance industry through technology by bringing Insurers, Intermediaries and Customers closer together in the marketplace. We recognise the need to change the life insurance application journey from a complicated, inefficient experience to one that makes the buying process easier and faster for customers and advisers alike. Founded in 2012, our journey started with the Underwriting Rules Engine and Protection Platform in the UK, and we have now grown to become a leading InsurTech provider across Europe, Asia and Australia.
Job Title AVP, Risk, Europe Job Description Role Overview This position plays a key leadership role in the Risk team of Pacific Life Re ("PL Re"), which includes the UK branch of Pacific Life Re International Limited ("RIBM"). The role will represent Risk on the Europe and North America Market Leadership Committee, be expected to fulfil the UK branch 'SMF 4 - Chief Risk' regulated responsibilities and report to the Global VP, Risk.The role will be instrumental in supporting the oversight and monitoring of an effective risk management framework and ensuring a consistent and risk-focussed approach is used to assess and implement key initiatives.The role is varied and dynamic, and there will typically be involvement across several different projects and ad-hoc pieces of work. As such, the AVP, Risk will contribute to key strategic and operational decisions for the business, in particular the Europe and North America regions.The role is responsible for supporting risk management activities in line with the Risk Vision and in a manner consistent with the company values and behaviours.This includes providing objective advice on and effective challenge to activities and decisions that may materially impact the Division's risk profile and reporting to the Division Risk Management Committee (DRMC) and relevant boards and committees as necessary.The Division Risk team works closely with other functions including Pricing, Research & Development, Business Development, Corporate Actuarial and Finance, in addition to the Enterprise Risk team. A collaborative and proactive attitude is therefore a must for the role. Role Responsibilities The AVP, Risk plays a key leadership role in the Risk function, whose responsibilities include: Engaging in key decisions where second line oversight is required including transaction reviews, material projects and assumption governance Representing the Risk Function on relevant leadership forums, in particular for this role the Europe and North America Market Leadership Committee and the UK Branch management committee, and providing expert advice on risk-related matters Monitoring, validation and analysing economic capital requirements Developing appropriate stress and scenario analysis to derive meaningful insights Carrying out 'second line' risk management including risk identification, monitoring and assessment, and providing risk management tools and guidance Leading delivery of the Own Risk and Solvency Assessment (ORSA) or equivalent Oversight of the risk management system and associated reporting metrics Developing risk framework, including introduction of new limits and policy refinement Overseeing of the implementation and ongoing compliance with the risk management framework, including recording and investigating operational events and supporting a strong risk management culture Reporting to appropriate RIBM and Pacific Life Re Division bodies Skills & Experience A relevant professional qualification, preferably with 7+ years' relevant business experience Preferably an understanding of: + Risk management frameworks and how to implement and maintain them + Use and implementation of economic capital models + Actuarial processes and requirements, including assumptions and modelling + Relevant aspects of the regulatory environment and financial reporting standards Competencies and Behaviours: Showcasing appropriate behaviours in decision-making, engagement with internal and external parties, and ensuring risk and compliance culture is appropriate Demonstrates an appropriate level of technical skills for their role and an appreciation of current issues affecting their profession and the life reinsurance industry Values diverse perspectives and fosters an environment where all voices are heard Ability and confidence to constructively challenge colleagues at all levels, and a willingness to thoughtfully question existing practices Ability to communicate complex concepts and information to a variety of stakeholders (management, regulators, board, colleagues) both orally and in writing Can build good rapport and relationships both externally and internally Communicates clearly and effectively with a wide range of audiences, adapting as needed Shows initiative, flexibility and resourcefulness Takes responsibility for high-quality delivery and supports others in doing the same Critically evaluates and challenges current work practices Can deal with challenging deadlines and prioritises effectively Provides accurate and timely updates and escalates issues appropriately Shares information, knowledge, and experience openly Working For Pacific Life Re Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes.Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and well being initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events and overseeing volunteering opportunities. Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed Term Employees) Leave 25 days of annual leave with option to buy/sell more days Adoption and fertility leave Generous enhanced parental leaveHealthcare Comprehensive private insurance coverage for employee and dependents Group Life Insurance coverage of 9x basic annual salary and Group Income Protection up to 75% of basic annual salary Optical benefitsSavings & Retirement 15% combined employee/employer contributionsWellness Subsidized gym membership Access to Employee Assistance Program Cycle to Work and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme Time off for volunteering Charitable matching of employee donationsAs part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we will provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs so that we can discuss these with you to make sure that suitable adjustments are made, where possible. Pacific Life Re Values At Pacific Life Re, our vision is to bring an innovative and dynamic approach to the marketplace. Our global team is not afraid to disrupt and challenge industry thinking to provide the best life and health reinsurance services possible. Working in some of the most complex and fast-moving markets has taught us that knowledge and innovation go hand in hand. Today, we are continuing our rapid growth internationally with offices across Europe, Asia, North America, Australia, and Bermuda. With over 1000 employees across the globe, we take pride in our inclusive culture, underpinned by our values and behaviours, providing an environment where everyone can grow and develop.
Oct 29, 2025
Full time
Job Title AVP, Risk, Europe Job Description Role Overview This position plays a key leadership role in the Risk team of Pacific Life Re ("PL Re"), which includes the UK branch of Pacific Life Re International Limited ("RIBM"). The role will represent Risk on the Europe and North America Market Leadership Committee, be expected to fulfil the UK branch 'SMF 4 - Chief Risk' regulated responsibilities and report to the Global VP, Risk.The role will be instrumental in supporting the oversight and monitoring of an effective risk management framework and ensuring a consistent and risk-focussed approach is used to assess and implement key initiatives.The role is varied and dynamic, and there will typically be involvement across several different projects and ad-hoc pieces of work. As such, the AVP, Risk will contribute to key strategic and operational decisions for the business, in particular the Europe and North America regions.The role is responsible for supporting risk management activities in line with the Risk Vision and in a manner consistent with the company values and behaviours.This includes providing objective advice on and effective challenge to activities and decisions that may materially impact the Division's risk profile and reporting to the Division Risk Management Committee (DRMC) and relevant boards and committees as necessary.The Division Risk team works closely with other functions including Pricing, Research & Development, Business Development, Corporate Actuarial and Finance, in addition to the Enterprise Risk team. A collaborative and proactive attitude is therefore a must for the role. Role Responsibilities The AVP, Risk plays a key leadership role in the Risk function, whose responsibilities include: Engaging in key decisions where second line oversight is required including transaction reviews, material projects and assumption governance Representing the Risk Function on relevant leadership forums, in particular for this role the Europe and North America Market Leadership Committee and the UK Branch management committee, and providing expert advice on risk-related matters Monitoring, validation and analysing economic capital requirements Developing appropriate stress and scenario analysis to derive meaningful insights Carrying out 'second line' risk management including risk identification, monitoring and assessment, and providing risk management tools and guidance Leading delivery of the Own Risk and Solvency Assessment (ORSA) or equivalent Oversight of the risk management system and associated reporting metrics Developing risk framework, including introduction of new limits and policy refinement Overseeing of the implementation and ongoing compliance with the risk management framework, including recording and investigating operational events and supporting a strong risk management culture Reporting to appropriate RIBM and Pacific Life Re Division bodies Skills & Experience A relevant professional qualification, preferably with 7+ years' relevant business experience Preferably an understanding of: + Risk management frameworks and how to implement and maintain them + Use and implementation of economic capital models + Actuarial processes and requirements, including assumptions and modelling + Relevant aspects of the regulatory environment and financial reporting standards Competencies and Behaviours: Showcasing appropriate behaviours in decision-making, engagement with internal and external parties, and ensuring risk and compliance culture is appropriate Demonstrates an appropriate level of technical skills for their role and an appreciation of current issues affecting their profession and the life reinsurance industry Values diverse perspectives and fosters an environment where all voices are heard Ability and confidence to constructively challenge colleagues at all levels, and a willingness to thoughtfully question existing practices Ability to communicate complex concepts and information to a variety of stakeholders (management, regulators, board, colleagues) both orally and in writing Can build good rapport and relationships both externally and internally Communicates clearly and effectively with a wide range of audiences, adapting as needed Shows initiative, flexibility and resourcefulness Takes responsibility for high-quality delivery and supports others in doing the same Critically evaluates and challenges current work practices Can deal with challenging deadlines and prioritises effectively Provides accurate and timely updates and escalates issues appropriately Shares information, knowledge, and experience openly Working For Pacific Life Re Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes.Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and well being initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events and overseeing volunteering opportunities. Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed Term Employees) Leave 25 days of annual leave with option to buy/sell more days Adoption and fertility leave Generous enhanced parental leaveHealthcare Comprehensive private insurance coverage for employee and dependents Group Life Insurance coverage of 9x basic annual salary and Group Income Protection up to 75% of basic annual salary Optical benefitsSavings & Retirement 15% combined employee/employer contributionsWellness Subsidized gym membership Access to Employee Assistance Program Cycle to Work and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme Time off for volunteering Charitable matching of employee donationsAs part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we will provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs so that we can discuss these with you to make sure that suitable adjustments are made, where possible. Pacific Life Re Values At Pacific Life Re, our vision is to bring an innovative and dynamic approach to the marketplace. Our global team is not afraid to disrupt and challenge industry thinking to provide the best life and health reinsurance services possible. Working in some of the most complex and fast-moving markets has taught us that knowledge and innovation go hand in hand. Today, we are continuing our rapid growth internationally with offices across Europe, Asia, North America, Australia, and Bermuda. With over 1000 employees across the globe, we take pride in our inclusive culture, underpinned by our values and behaviours, providing an environment where everyone can grow and develop.
Job Title Senior Software Engineer Job Description We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our team and help build, enhance, and scale our products. If you're someone who brings fresh ideas, has a curious mindset, and thrives in an engineering environment focused on delivering strategic business value, we'd love to hear from you.As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll play a central role in shaping the future of our product suite across the engineering teams at UnderwriteMe. You'll lead technical initiatives, mentor others and help us build systems that are scalable, maintainable, and deliver value to our users. Your work will span the full software development lifecycle, from idea to production, and you'll be empowered to take ownership of complex engineering challenges.While this is the culture we're striving for, we're not fully there yet, we're looking for engineers who are excited to help us upskill the team and actively shape this environment together. What you will be doing You'll contribute directly to the development and continuous improvement of our products and platforms, focusing on building adaptable and resilient solutions that can evolve with the needs of our users and business. Whether it's designing new features or refining existing systems, you'll ensure that everything we build is robust, production-ready, and aligned with our long-term goals.You'll be actively involved in system design and architectural discussions, helping the team arrive at thoughtful, simple solutions to complex problems. Your experience and insight will be key in shaping how the team works, bringing fresh ideas, introducing new ways of thinking and helping to evolve our engineering practices to be more efficient and impactful.Collaboration will be a core part of your role. You'll work closely with product managers to understand priorities, influence the roadmap, and ensure we maintain a healthy balance between delivering new features and strengthening our technical foundations. You'll also embrace a DevOps mindset, taking full ownership of your code from idea and development through to deployment, including AWS solution design, security, and observability.Beyond your technical contributions, you'll play a vital role in supporting the growth of your teammates through code reviews, pair programming, and knowledge sharing. You'll help foster a culture of learning, ownership and continuous improvement, ensuring that your team grows stronger together with every project you take on. What type of person fits the role You're a thoughtful and pragmatic engineer who sees software development as a means to solve meaningful problems, not just to write code. You care deeply about building systems that are simple, maintainable, and valuable to users. You're naturally collaborative, working closely with engineers, product managers, and designers to shape solutions that balance technical soundness with real impact. You thrive in team-based environments, such as pairing or ensemble programming, and see shared problem-solving as a core part of your day-to-day. You're comfortable navigating trade-offs, knowing when to prioritise speed and when to invest in long-term quality. You take pride in your work but remain open to feedback, iteration, and learning from others. You're curious, proactive, and always looking for ways to improve, whether that's refining your own skills, helping teammates grow, or evolving the systems you work on. Technical Requirements Demonstrated experience applying modern software engineering practices in a collaborative team setting, including iterative development, automated testing, and continuous integration and delivery. Proficiency in a modern programming language (e.g. Java, Kotlin, or similar), ideally with experience in Spring Boot and cloud-native development. Practical experience designing and building cloud-based systems, with the ability to use cloud services to create scalable, resilient, and observable solutions. Proven ability to make sound technical decisions independently, while working closely with teammates to deliver solutions from idea to production. Experience improving or evolving existing systems, including working with legacy codebases and simplifying or automating manual workflows. The Team you'll be joining - Rules Engine Team The Rules Engine team develops our Underwriting Engine that helps insurers design rules for customer journeys, underwriting and claims. The team work with technologies like Spring, Java, React, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, Helm and AWS. The team is part of UnderwriteMe's Decision Platform - a B2B enterprise SaaS platform that provides a best-in-market Underwriting Rules Engine used by over 30 insurers to power their underwriting decisions. The product is sold across UK & Ireland, Asia-Pacific and North America. The platform combines our engine with technology to source and process third-party information supporting underwriting decisions for insurers. We are already working on capabilities, powered by AI, to make these decisions even more efficient. About UnderwriteMe UnderwriteMe is an Insurtech software business and subsidiary of Pacific Life Re (PL Re), a global life and pensions reinsurance firm. We have a vision to help everyone purchase protection insurance by using data and disruptive technology to transform our partners and markets in order to make their underwriting processes as quick and efficient as possible.Our core products are: • Decision Platform - a B2B enterprise platform that provides a best-in-market Underwriting Rules Engine used by over 30 insurers to power their underwriting decisions. The product is sold across UK & Ireland, Asia-Pacific and North America. The platform combines our engine with technology to source and process third-party information supporting underwriting decisions for insurers. We are already working on capabilities, powered by AI, to make these decisions even more efficient. • Protection Platform - a B2B2C marketplace used by over 15,000 advisors to power quoting and purchase of protection products in the UK. We currently deliver 16% of the UK markets protection policies and we are already working to increase our reach. Working for UnderwriteMe Joining UnderwriteMe means being part of a technology company that is committed to bringing a fresh and dynamic approach to insurance. You'd be working with a team of highly technical experts made up of people with backgrounds in software, fintech, and insurance.Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes.Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and wellbeing initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events, and overseeing volunteering opportunities. Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed Term Employees) Leave 25 days of annual leave with option to buy/sell more days Adoption and fertility leave Generous enhanced parental leaveHealthcare Comprehensive private insurance coverage for employee and dependents Group Life Insurance coverage of 9x basic annual salary and Group Income Protection up to 75% of basic annual salary Optical benefitsSavings & Retirement 15% combined employee/employer contributionsWellness Subsidized
Oct 26, 2025
Full time
Job Title Senior Software Engineer Job Description We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our team and help build, enhance, and scale our products. If you're someone who brings fresh ideas, has a curious mindset, and thrives in an engineering environment focused on delivering strategic business value, we'd love to hear from you.As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll play a central role in shaping the future of our product suite across the engineering teams at UnderwriteMe. You'll lead technical initiatives, mentor others and help us build systems that are scalable, maintainable, and deliver value to our users. Your work will span the full software development lifecycle, from idea to production, and you'll be empowered to take ownership of complex engineering challenges.While this is the culture we're striving for, we're not fully there yet, we're looking for engineers who are excited to help us upskill the team and actively shape this environment together. What you will be doing You'll contribute directly to the development and continuous improvement of our products and platforms, focusing on building adaptable and resilient solutions that can evolve with the needs of our users and business. Whether it's designing new features or refining existing systems, you'll ensure that everything we build is robust, production-ready, and aligned with our long-term goals.You'll be actively involved in system design and architectural discussions, helping the team arrive at thoughtful, simple solutions to complex problems. Your experience and insight will be key in shaping how the team works, bringing fresh ideas, introducing new ways of thinking and helping to evolve our engineering practices to be more efficient and impactful.Collaboration will be a core part of your role. You'll work closely with product managers to understand priorities, influence the roadmap, and ensure we maintain a healthy balance between delivering new features and strengthening our technical foundations. You'll also embrace a DevOps mindset, taking full ownership of your code from idea and development through to deployment, including AWS solution design, security, and observability.Beyond your technical contributions, you'll play a vital role in supporting the growth of your teammates through code reviews, pair programming, and knowledge sharing. You'll help foster a culture of learning, ownership and continuous improvement, ensuring that your team grows stronger together with every project you take on. What type of person fits the role You're a thoughtful and pragmatic engineer who sees software development as a means to solve meaningful problems, not just to write code. You care deeply about building systems that are simple, maintainable, and valuable to users. You're naturally collaborative, working closely with engineers, product managers, and designers to shape solutions that balance technical soundness with real impact. You thrive in team-based environments, such as pairing or ensemble programming, and see shared problem-solving as a core part of your day-to-day. You're comfortable navigating trade-offs, knowing when to prioritise speed and when to invest in long-term quality. You take pride in your work but remain open to feedback, iteration, and learning from others. You're curious, proactive, and always looking for ways to improve, whether that's refining your own skills, helping teammates grow, or evolving the systems you work on. Technical Requirements Demonstrated experience applying modern software engineering practices in a collaborative team setting, including iterative development, automated testing, and continuous integration and delivery. Proficiency in a modern programming language (e.g. Java, Kotlin, or similar), ideally with experience in Spring Boot and cloud-native development. Practical experience designing and building cloud-based systems, with the ability to use cloud services to create scalable, resilient, and observable solutions. Proven ability to make sound technical decisions independently, while working closely with teammates to deliver solutions from idea to production. Experience improving or evolving existing systems, including working with legacy codebases and simplifying or automating manual workflows. The Team you'll be joining - Rules Engine Team The Rules Engine team develops our Underwriting Engine that helps insurers design rules for customer journeys, underwriting and claims. The team work with technologies like Spring, Java, React, Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, Helm and AWS. The team is part of UnderwriteMe's Decision Platform - a B2B enterprise SaaS platform that provides a best-in-market Underwriting Rules Engine used by over 30 insurers to power their underwriting decisions. The product is sold across UK & Ireland, Asia-Pacific and North America. The platform combines our engine with technology to source and process third-party information supporting underwriting decisions for insurers. We are already working on capabilities, powered by AI, to make these decisions even more efficient. About UnderwriteMe UnderwriteMe is an Insurtech software business and subsidiary of Pacific Life Re (PL Re), a global life and pensions reinsurance firm. We have a vision to help everyone purchase protection insurance by using data and disruptive technology to transform our partners and markets in order to make their underwriting processes as quick and efficient as possible.Our core products are: • Decision Platform - a B2B enterprise platform that provides a best-in-market Underwriting Rules Engine used by over 30 insurers to power their underwriting decisions. The product is sold across UK & Ireland, Asia-Pacific and North America. The platform combines our engine with technology to source and process third-party information supporting underwriting decisions for insurers. We are already working on capabilities, powered by AI, to make these decisions even more efficient. • Protection Platform - a B2B2C marketplace used by over 15,000 advisors to power quoting and purchase of protection products in the UK. We currently deliver 16% of the UK markets protection policies and we are already working to increase our reach. Working for UnderwriteMe Joining UnderwriteMe means being part of a technology company that is committed to bringing a fresh and dynamic approach to insurance. You'd be working with a team of highly technical experts made up of people with backgrounds in software, fintech, and insurance.Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes.Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and wellbeing initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events, and overseeing volunteering opportunities. Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed Term Employees) Leave 25 days of annual leave with option to buy/sell more days Adoption and fertility leave Generous enhanced parental leaveHealthcare Comprehensive private insurance coverage for employee and dependents Group Life Insurance coverage of 9x basic annual salary and Group Income Protection up to 75% of basic annual salary Optical benefitsSavings & Retirement 15% combined employee/employer contributionsWellness Subsidized
Job Title AVP, Pricing, Capital Solutions Job Description # Capital Solutions is the newest line of business that Pacific Life Re offer to support clients. We are providing financial reinsurance to clients to enhance their balance sheet, either through accessing trapped capital, reducing earnings volatility or monetising value that currently sits off balance sheet.The Pricing team operate globally and are responsible for carrying out the risk assessment of each deal, alongside proposing appropriate pricing levels to cover this risk. They will also contribute to the structuring of the deals, participate in client conversations and support in refining and implementing our market strategy.The transactions will typically be of a bespoke nature, covering a range of products and risks across the world. The Capital Solutions team sits alongside the Protection and Savings & Retirement teams to offer a full comprehensive product suite to clients.We have an exciting opportunity for an individual who is looking to take on a management role within our growing team. Key responsibilities Team Management Lead and develop the Pricing Team, fostering a high-performance culture through mentoring, coaching and continuous feedback Oversee the delivery of pricing quotes and the evolution of processes and assumptions, ensuring consistency and rigour across transactions Define and implement the team's pricing strategy, ensuring alignment with broader business objectives and market positioning Risk Assessment & Pricing Oversee, review and provide challenge on the detailed assessments of potential opportunities considering factors such as deal attractiveness, counterparty creditworthiness, market conditions and regulatory requirements Collaborate with the wider Capital Solutions / PL Re team to support in deal structuring to meet clients' needs, ensuring alignment with PL Re risk appetite Support Client Solutions and Legal teams to see transactions through to execution; informing commercial strategy throughout the process and ultimately contributing to and reviewing treaty wording before signing Business Analysis & Support Support the Client Solutions team by attending client meetings, gathering market intel and identifying potential opportunities for PL Re Monitor market trends, regulatory developments and competitive landscape Contribute to the development and refinement of strategy for the business line Process & Assumption Development Contribute to the development of best practices, pricing guidelines and risk appetite and governance frameworks for the Capital Solutions business Assist in building and maintaining pricing models and tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy Supporting in the setting of the capital basis for different risk types, markets and transactions Qualifications & Experience Strong technical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work with a wide range of data sets and information Experience within a FinRe / Structured Solutions team Experience managing a team; including but not limited to building a team culture, coaching and developing team members and recruiting for key positions Qualified actuary with a minimum of 5 years post qualified experience Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively explain new concepts to stakeholders and collaborate with other teams around the business Ability to work independently in a flexible, dynamic team with occasional high-pressure deadlines Pricing experience in the European and / or Asian markets A strong understanding of capital, financial accounting, balance sheets and regulatory frameworks is desirable Working For Pacific Life Re Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes.Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and well being initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events and overseeing volunteering opportunities. Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed Term Employees) Leave 25 days of annual leave with option to buy/sell more days Adoption and fertility leave Generous enhanced parental leaveHealthcare Comprehensive private insurance coverage for employee and dependents Group Life Insurance coverage of 9x basic annual salary and Group Income Protection up to 75% of basic annual salary Optical benefitsSavings & Retirement 15% combined employee/employer contributionsWellness Subsidized gym membership Access to Employee Assistance Program Cycle to Work and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme Time off for volunteering Charitable matching of employee donationsAs part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we will provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs so that we can discuss these with you to make sure that suitable adjustments are made, where possible. Pacific Life Re Values At Pacific Life Re, our vision is to bring an innovative and dynamic approach to the marketplace. Our global team is not afraid to disrupt and challenge industry thinking to provide the best life and health reinsurance services possible. Working in some of the most complex and fast-moving markets has taught us that knowledge and innovation go hand in hand. Today, we are continuing our rapid growth internationally with offices across Europe, Asia, North America, Australia, and Bermuda. With over 1000 employees across the globe, we take pride in our inclusive culture, underpinned by our values and behaviours, providing an environment where everyone can grow and develop.
Oct 15, 2025
Full time
Job Title AVP, Pricing, Capital Solutions Job Description # Capital Solutions is the newest line of business that Pacific Life Re offer to support clients. We are providing financial reinsurance to clients to enhance their balance sheet, either through accessing trapped capital, reducing earnings volatility or monetising value that currently sits off balance sheet.The Pricing team operate globally and are responsible for carrying out the risk assessment of each deal, alongside proposing appropriate pricing levels to cover this risk. They will also contribute to the structuring of the deals, participate in client conversations and support in refining and implementing our market strategy.The transactions will typically be of a bespoke nature, covering a range of products and risks across the world. The Capital Solutions team sits alongside the Protection and Savings & Retirement teams to offer a full comprehensive product suite to clients.We have an exciting opportunity for an individual who is looking to take on a management role within our growing team. Key responsibilities Team Management Lead and develop the Pricing Team, fostering a high-performance culture through mentoring, coaching and continuous feedback Oversee the delivery of pricing quotes and the evolution of processes and assumptions, ensuring consistency and rigour across transactions Define and implement the team's pricing strategy, ensuring alignment with broader business objectives and market positioning Risk Assessment & Pricing Oversee, review and provide challenge on the detailed assessments of potential opportunities considering factors such as deal attractiveness, counterparty creditworthiness, market conditions and regulatory requirements Collaborate with the wider Capital Solutions / PL Re team to support in deal structuring to meet clients' needs, ensuring alignment with PL Re risk appetite Support Client Solutions and Legal teams to see transactions through to execution; informing commercial strategy throughout the process and ultimately contributing to and reviewing treaty wording before signing Business Analysis & Support Support the Client Solutions team by attending client meetings, gathering market intel and identifying potential opportunities for PL Re Monitor market trends, regulatory developments and competitive landscape Contribute to the development and refinement of strategy for the business line Process & Assumption Development Contribute to the development of best practices, pricing guidelines and risk appetite and governance frameworks for the Capital Solutions business Assist in building and maintaining pricing models and tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy Supporting in the setting of the capital basis for different risk types, markets and transactions Qualifications & Experience Strong technical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work with a wide range of data sets and information Experience within a FinRe / Structured Solutions team Experience managing a team; including but not limited to building a team culture, coaching and developing team members and recruiting for key positions Qualified actuary with a minimum of 5 years post qualified experience Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively explain new concepts to stakeholders and collaborate with other teams around the business Ability to work independently in a flexible, dynamic team with occasional high-pressure deadlines Pricing experience in the European and / or Asian markets A strong understanding of capital, financial accounting, balance sheets and regulatory frameworks is desirable Working For Pacific Life Re Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes.Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and well being initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events and overseeing volunteering opportunities. Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed Term Employees) Leave 25 days of annual leave with option to buy/sell more days Adoption and fertility leave Generous enhanced parental leaveHealthcare Comprehensive private insurance coverage for employee and dependents Group Life Insurance coverage of 9x basic annual salary and Group Income Protection up to 75% of basic annual salary Optical benefitsSavings & Retirement 15% combined employee/employer contributionsWellness Subsidized gym membership Access to Employee Assistance Program Cycle to Work and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme Time off for volunteering Charitable matching of employee donationsAs part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we will provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs so that we can discuss these with you to make sure that suitable adjustments are made, where possible. Pacific Life Re Values At Pacific Life Re, our vision is to bring an innovative and dynamic approach to the marketplace. Our global team is not afraid to disrupt and challenge industry thinking to provide the best life and health reinsurance services possible. Working in some of the most complex and fast-moving markets has taught us that knowledge and innovation go hand in hand. Today, we are continuing our rapid growth internationally with offices across Europe, Asia, North America, Australia, and Bermuda. With over 1000 employees across the globe, we take pride in our inclusive culture, underpinned by our values and behaviours, providing an environment where everyone can grow and develop.
Senior Machine Learning Engineer page is loaded Senior Machine Learning Engineer Apply locations London, UK time type Full time posted on Posted 5 Days Ago job requisition id R15074 Job Title Senior Machine Learning Engineer Job Description Here at UnderwriteMe, we are on a mission to make life insurance more widely accessible and ensure people and their loved ones are protected when the inevitable happens. We are doing this by reshaping the future of insurance through innovative and global technology products. As we work on solving complex problems that will change how lives are protected, we operate in a fast-paced, challenging environment. The type of people who work for us embrace and relish the challenge and in turn the sense of achievement in helping to solve these problems and making an impact on how lives are protected. We place a great emphasis on challenging the status quo and constantly striving to improve on what we do. We want to get to the point where we are leading the way in the software industry. Being owned by Pacific Life, we have the best of both worlds - the freedom to experiment like a start-up with the stability of our parent company. If you want to bring new ideas to the table and be part of a team working on innovative technology, come and join us. Job Description We are currently seeking an innovative Senior AI / Machine Learning Engineer to join UnderwriteMe within the AI-Engine team. This role is pivotal in driving the creation of an innovative product set to disrupt the insurance market. We are looking for candidates with a proven track record in the design and deployment of LLMs for applications within the NLP space, as well as established experience collaborating with product managers, developers, and fellow data scientists within a product-led SaaS environment. What will you be doing? Working within a dynamic cross-functional team that operates based on OKRs (Objectives and Key Results), fostering collaboration among developers, QAs, data scientists, and data analysts, to consistently achieve tangible outcomes aligned with OKR targets. Employing your deep understanding of AI and staying current with industry trends, you will play a pivotal role in shaping project execution by contributing to the OKR formulation process, and directly working towards those. Crafting and refining Machine Learning models and algorithms to address complex product challenges. Devising and implementing innovative data analysis and data mining strategies, extracting valuable insights from diverse data sources. Harnessing the power of natural language processing (NLP) techniques to extract pertinent information from textual data. Formulating predictive models to anticipate future trends, enabling informed decision-making. Constructing automated ML workflows and integrating CI/CD practices to ensure seamless model deployment and recurrent refinement. Architecting, deploying, and overseeing APIs for effective model delivery, while also leveraging external APIs to enhance functionality. Establishing monitoring and logging systems to evaluate model performance, detect anomalies, and guarantee consistent model dependability and accessibility. Collaborating closely with DevOps and IT teams to orchestrate the smooth transition of ML models into production environments, upholding scalability and security standards. Technical Requirements Applied AI and NLP Expertise: Proven experience in applying AI techniques to solve real-world NLP problems, with a focus on delivering scalable, production-ready solutions. Hands-on expertise in fine-tuning pre-trained models such asBERT, GPT, or similar transformer-based architecturesfor domain-specific tasks in the NLP space. Experience inintegrating Large Language Models (LLMs)into applications, with a focus on enabling structured responses, such as through APIs or with purpose-built LLMs. Knowledge ofprompt engineering techniques, including designing effective prompts for different tasks, optimizing input/output formats, and leveraging techniques such as few-shot learning. Advanced Python Development Proficiency: Experience with OOP, and data-validation libraries such as Pydantic. Deep familiarity with Python and its ecosystem for AI/ML, including libraries likePyTorch, Hugging Face Transformers, andscikit-learn. Experience withdata manipulationusing libraries such asPandasandNumPy, and familiarity withparallelizationorasynchronous programming. Proficiency in Test-Driven Development (TDD) and an understanding of Python testing libraries such as Pytest. Cloud, CI/CD & MLOps Knowledge Experience taking models from experiments through to production deployments, with tools such as Docker, Kubernetes & serverless alternatives such as AWS Lambda. Familiarity with MLOps tools such as MLFlow, Kubeflow or Sagemaker. A strong knowledge of cloud platforms (ideally AWS) and their respective services for deploying robust, AI-heavy applications. Bonus Experience Experience with named entity recognition / recommendation systems. Knowledge of Gitlab's CI/CD (or Github Actions). Basic understanding of Java (ideally with Spring Boot). Experience working in a fast-paced, product-led environment. Experience working with data within the insurance / healthcare sector. About UnderwriteMe UnderwriteMe is an Insurtech software business and subsidiary of Pacific Life Re (PL Re), a global life and pensions reinsurance firm. We have a vision to help everyone purchase protection insurance by using data and disruptive technology to transform our partners and markets in order to make their underwriting processes as quick and efficient as possible. Our core products are: • Decision Platform - a B2B enterprise platform that provides a best-in-market Underwriting Rules Engine used by over 30 insurers to power their underwriting decisions. The product is sold across UK & Ireland, Asia-Pacific and North America. The platform combines our engine with technology to source and process third-party information supporting underwriting decisions for insurers. We are already working on capabilities, powered by AI, to make these decisions even more efficient. • Protection Platform - a B2B2C marketplace used by over 15,000 advisors to power quoting and purchase of protection products in the UK. We currently deliver 16% of the UK markets protection policies and we are already working to increase our reach. Working for UnderwriteMe Joining UnderwriteMe means being part of a technology company that is committed to bringing a fresh and dynamic approach to insurance. You'd be working with a team of highly technical experts made up of people with backgrounds in software, fintech, and insurance. Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes. Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and wellbeing initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events, and overseeing volunteering opportunities. Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed Term Employees) Leave 25 days of annual leave with option to buy/sell more days Adoption and fertility leave Generous enhanced parental leave Healthcare Comprehensive private insurance coverage for employee and dependents Group Life Insurance coverage of 9x basic annual salary and Group Income Protection up to 75% of basic annual salary Optical benefits Savings & Retirement 15% combined employee/employer contributions Wellness Subsidized gym membership Access to Employee Assistance Program Cycle to Work and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme Time off for volunteering Charitable matching of employee donations As part of our commitment to accessibility for all, UnderwriteMe will, upon the request of the applicant, provide accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs, and we will consult with you to ensure suitable accommodation is provided. UnderwriteMe Values Please click here to view our company values Similar Jobs (3) Senior Java Engineer locations London, UK time type Full time posted on Posted 23 Days Ago Senior Software Engineer locations London, UK time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago Senior Software Developer locations London, UK time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday UnderwriteMe is transforming the life insurance industry through technology by bringing Insurers, Intermediaries and Customers closer together in the marketplace. We recognise the need to change the life insurance application journey from a complicated . click apply for full job details
Oct 12, 2025
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Senior Machine Learning Engineer page is loaded Senior Machine Learning Engineer Apply locations London, UK time type Full time posted on Posted 5 Days Ago job requisition id R15074 Job Title Senior Machine Learning Engineer Job Description Here at UnderwriteMe, we are on a mission to make life insurance more widely accessible and ensure people and their loved ones are protected when the inevitable happens. We are doing this by reshaping the future of insurance through innovative and global technology products. As we work on solving complex problems that will change how lives are protected, we operate in a fast-paced, challenging environment. The type of people who work for us embrace and relish the challenge and in turn the sense of achievement in helping to solve these problems and making an impact on how lives are protected. We place a great emphasis on challenging the status quo and constantly striving to improve on what we do. We want to get to the point where we are leading the way in the software industry. Being owned by Pacific Life, we have the best of both worlds - the freedom to experiment like a start-up with the stability of our parent company. If you want to bring new ideas to the table and be part of a team working on innovative technology, come and join us. Job Description We are currently seeking an innovative Senior AI / Machine Learning Engineer to join UnderwriteMe within the AI-Engine team. This role is pivotal in driving the creation of an innovative product set to disrupt the insurance market. We are looking for candidates with a proven track record in the design and deployment of LLMs for applications within the NLP space, as well as established experience collaborating with product managers, developers, and fellow data scientists within a product-led SaaS environment. What will you be doing? Working within a dynamic cross-functional team that operates based on OKRs (Objectives and Key Results), fostering collaboration among developers, QAs, data scientists, and data analysts, to consistently achieve tangible outcomes aligned with OKR targets. Employing your deep understanding of AI and staying current with industry trends, you will play a pivotal role in shaping project execution by contributing to the OKR formulation process, and directly working towards those. Crafting and refining Machine Learning models and algorithms to address complex product challenges. Devising and implementing innovative data analysis and data mining strategies, extracting valuable insights from diverse data sources. Harnessing the power of natural language processing (NLP) techniques to extract pertinent information from textual data. Formulating predictive models to anticipate future trends, enabling informed decision-making. Constructing automated ML workflows and integrating CI/CD practices to ensure seamless model deployment and recurrent refinement. Architecting, deploying, and overseeing APIs for effective model delivery, while also leveraging external APIs to enhance functionality. Establishing monitoring and logging systems to evaluate model performance, detect anomalies, and guarantee consistent model dependability and accessibility. Collaborating closely with DevOps and IT teams to orchestrate the smooth transition of ML models into production environments, upholding scalability and security standards. Technical Requirements Applied AI and NLP Expertise: Proven experience in applying AI techniques to solve real-world NLP problems, with a focus on delivering scalable, production-ready solutions. Hands-on expertise in fine-tuning pre-trained models such asBERT, GPT, or similar transformer-based architecturesfor domain-specific tasks in the NLP space. Experience inintegrating Large Language Models (LLMs)into applications, with a focus on enabling structured responses, such as through APIs or with purpose-built LLMs. Knowledge ofprompt engineering techniques, including designing effective prompts for different tasks, optimizing input/output formats, and leveraging techniques such as few-shot learning. Advanced Python Development Proficiency: Experience with OOP, and data-validation libraries such as Pydantic. Deep familiarity with Python and its ecosystem for AI/ML, including libraries likePyTorch, Hugging Face Transformers, andscikit-learn. Experience withdata manipulationusing libraries such asPandasandNumPy, and familiarity withparallelizationorasynchronous programming. Proficiency in Test-Driven Development (TDD) and an understanding of Python testing libraries such as Pytest. Cloud, CI/CD & MLOps Knowledge Experience taking models from experiments through to production deployments, with tools such as Docker, Kubernetes & serverless alternatives such as AWS Lambda. Familiarity with MLOps tools such as MLFlow, Kubeflow or Sagemaker. A strong knowledge of cloud platforms (ideally AWS) and their respective services for deploying robust, AI-heavy applications. Bonus Experience Experience with named entity recognition / recommendation systems. Knowledge of Gitlab's CI/CD (or Github Actions). Basic understanding of Java (ideally with Spring Boot). Experience working in a fast-paced, product-led environment. Experience working with data within the insurance / healthcare sector. About UnderwriteMe UnderwriteMe is an Insurtech software business and subsidiary of Pacific Life Re (PL Re), a global life and pensions reinsurance firm. We have a vision to help everyone purchase protection insurance by using data and disruptive technology to transform our partners and markets in order to make their underwriting processes as quick and efficient as possible. Our core products are: • Decision Platform - a B2B enterprise platform that provides a best-in-market Underwriting Rules Engine used by over 30 insurers to power their underwriting decisions. The product is sold across UK & Ireland, Asia-Pacific and North America. The platform combines our engine with technology to source and process third-party information supporting underwriting decisions for insurers. We are already working on capabilities, powered by AI, to make these decisions even more efficient. • Protection Platform - a B2B2C marketplace used by over 15,000 advisors to power quoting and purchase of protection products in the UK. We currently deliver 16% of the UK markets protection policies and we are already working to increase our reach. Working for UnderwriteMe Joining UnderwriteMe means being part of a technology company that is committed to bringing a fresh and dynamic approach to insurance. You'd be working with a team of highly technical experts made up of people with backgrounds in software, fintech, and insurance. Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes. Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and wellbeing initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events, and overseeing volunteering opportunities. Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed Term Employees) Leave 25 days of annual leave with option to buy/sell more days Adoption and fertility leave Generous enhanced parental leave Healthcare Comprehensive private insurance coverage for employee and dependents Group Life Insurance coverage of 9x basic annual salary and Group Income Protection up to 75% of basic annual salary Optical benefits Savings & Retirement 15% combined employee/employer contributions Wellness Subsidized gym membership Access to Employee Assistance Program Cycle to Work and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme Time off for volunteering Charitable matching of employee donations As part of our commitment to accessibility for all, UnderwriteMe will, upon the request of the applicant, provide accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs, and we will consult with you to ensure suitable accommodation is provided. UnderwriteMe Values Please click here to view our company values Similar Jobs (3) Senior Java Engineer locations London, UK time type Full time posted on Posted 23 Days Ago Senior Software Engineer locations London, UK time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago Senior Software Developer locations London, UK time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday UnderwriteMe is transforming the life insurance industry through technology by bringing Insurers, Intermediaries and Customers closer together in the marketplace. We recognise the need to change the life insurance application journey from a complicated . click apply for full job details
Manager, Insurance Pricing, Savings & Retirement Apply locations London, UK time type Full time posted on Posted 25 Days Ago job requisition id R13683 Job Title Manager, Insurance Pricing, Savings & Retirement Job Description The Savings & Retirement Insurance Pricing team are responsible for producing the best estimate insurance assumptions for clients in our global markets. The team responsibilities are across Pension Risk transfer, Individual Retirement and Savings for Retirement products. We are looking to hire a Manager for our Insurance pricing team. They will be primarily supporting our UK and Canadian Markets through tender activity and ongoing technical/pricing support. The successful candidate will be based in our London office, Tower Bridge House, St Katharine's Way. The Role As a proactive and technical actuary, you will be working on a team to deliver Savings and Retirement quotes for clients. Your expertise in pricing and experience analysis will support you as you work alongside the client solutions team to deliver creative solutions and support market growth, whilst meeting the needs of our clients. You will also be responsible for managing the insurance pricing actuaries and analysts within the team. Working together with the wider pricing team you will deliver high quality pricing analysis on quote opportunities for clients and will present the opportunity through the internal governance process gaining significant visibility with the Savings & Retirement Executive Committee, Chief Operating Officer and CEO. As a creative thinker you will support the development of PLRe pricing sophistication by understanding latest pricing and analytical techniques and continuously improving internal approaches and processes. Key responsibilities Supporting the delivery of new business quotations for our clients and supporting our opportunistic market insurance pricing. Analysing experience data to determine trends in order to derive the technical pricing basis. Communicating results/findings to stakeholders across the business. Maintain a thorough and up to date knowledge of relevant insurance pricing and of industry trends. Responsible for ensuring those developments are considered and where appropriate reflected in the pricing of S&R business as well as in the provision of technical support, risk assessment and pricing expertise to clients and colleagues. Supporting the Client solutions team in building and maintaining effective relationships with clients and promoting the Pacific Life Re brand. Supporting internal strategic projects including but not limited to the improvement of pricing processes, assessment of new rating factors for use in Pricing etc. Working closely with the Deal pricing team on our overall quote proposition to deliver the best solutions for our clients. Qualifications & Experience Have strong and relevant technical experience in (re)insurance, consultancy or another statistical role. Experience in GLM and advanced statistical techniques would be preferable. Experience in a pricing role is not essential but would be advantageous. Be a qualified actuary (a member of the IFoA or SOA) with 3+ years of post-qualified experience. Have experience in experience analysis and basis setting, including but not limited to mortality, dependent, and lapse assumptions. Have strong communication skills. Able to communicate complex actuarial concepts to a range of audiences both verbally and written. Have experience in people management and supporting newly qualified actuaries and actuarial analysts in their work. Working For Pacific Life Re Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes. Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and well being initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events and overseeing volunteering opportunities. Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed Term Employees) Stakeholder Pension Scheme Life Assurance Subsidised Gym Membership Private Medical Insurance Season Ticket Loan Eye Care Employee Assistance Programme Group Income Protection Wellness Benefits As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we will provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs so that we can discuss these with you to make sure that suitable adjustments are made, where possible. Pacific Life Re Principles and Behaviours Please click here to view our company principles and behaviours.
Feb 17, 2025
Full time
Manager, Insurance Pricing, Savings & Retirement Apply locations London, UK time type Full time posted on Posted 25 Days Ago job requisition id R13683 Job Title Manager, Insurance Pricing, Savings & Retirement Job Description The Savings & Retirement Insurance Pricing team are responsible for producing the best estimate insurance assumptions for clients in our global markets. The team responsibilities are across Pension Risk transfer, Individual Retirement and Savings for Retirement products. We are looking to hire a Manager for our Insurance pricing team. They will be primarily supporting our UK and Canadian Markets through tender activity and ongoing technical/pricing support. The successful candidate will be based in our London office, Tower Bridge House, St Katharine's Way. The Role As a proactive and technical actuary, you will be working on a team to deliver Savings and Retirement quotes for clients. Your expertise in pricing and experience analysis will support you as you work alongside the client solutions team to deliver creative solutions and support market growth, whilst meeting the needs of our clients. You will also be responsible for managing the insurance pricing actuaries and analysts within the team. Working together with the wider pricing team you will deliver high quality pricing analysis on quote opportunities for clients and will present the opportunity through the internal governance process gaining significant visibility with the Savings & Retirement Executive Committee, Chief Operating Officer and CEO. As a creative thinker you will support the development of PLRe pricing sophistication by understanding latest pricing and analytical techniques and continuously improving internal approaches and processes. Key responsibilities Supporting the delivery of new business quotations for our clients and supporting our opportunistic market insurance pricing. Analysing experience data to determine trends in order to derive the technical pricing basis. Communicating results/findings to stakeholders across the business. Maintain a thorough and up to date knowledge of relevant insurance pricing and of industry trends. Responsible for ensuring those developments are considered and where appropriate reflected in the pricing of S&R business as well as in the provision of technical support, risk assessment and pricing expertise to clients and colleagues. Supporting the Client solutions team in building and maintaining effective relationships with clients and promoting the Pacific Life Re brand. Supporting internal strategic projects including but not limited to the improvement of pricing processes, assessment of new rating factors for use in Pricing etc. Working closely with the Deal pricing team on our overall quote proposition to deliver the best solutions for our clients. Qualifications & Experience Have strong and relevant technical experience in (re)insurance, consultancy or another statistical role. Experience in GLM and advanced statistical techniques would be preferable. Experience in a pricing role is not essential but would be advantageous. Be a qualified actuary (a member of the IFoA or SOA) with 3+ years of post-qualified experience. Have experience in experience analysis and basis setting, including but not limited to mortality, dependent, and lapse assumptions. Have strong communication skills. Able to communicate complex actuarial concepts to a range of audiences both verbally and written. Have experience in people management and supporting newly qualified actuaries and actuarial analysts in their work. Working For Pacific Life Re Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes. Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and well being initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events and overseeing volunteering opportunities. Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed Term Employees) Stakeholder Pension Scheme Life Assurance Subsidised Gym Membership Private Medical Insurance Season Ticket Loan Eye Care Employee Assistance Programme Group Income Protection Wellness Benefits As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we will provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs so that we can discuss these with you to make sure that suitable adjustments are made, where possible. Pacific Life Re Principles and Behaviours Please click here to view our company principles and behaviours.
Senior Machine Learning Engineer page is loaded Senior Machine Learning Engineer Job Title Senior Machine Learning Engineer Job Description Here at UnderwriteMe, we are on a mission to make life insurance more widely accessible and ensure people and their loved ones are protected when the inevitable happens. We are doing this by reshaping the future of insurance through innovative and global technology products. As we work on solving complex problems that will change how lives are protected, we operate in a fast-paced, challenging environment. The type of people who work for us embrace and relish the challenge and in turn the sense of achievement in helping to solve these problems and making an impact on how lives are protected. We place a great emphasis on challenging the status quo and constantly striving to improve on what we do. We want to get to the point where we are leading the way in the software industry. Being owned by Pacific Life, we have the best of both worlds - the freedom to experiment like a start-up with the stability of our parent company. If you want to bring new ideas to the table and be part of a team working on innovative technology, come and join us. Job Description We are currently seeking an innovative Senior AI / Machine Learning Engineer to join UnderwriteMe within the Text Mining team. This role is pivotal in driving the creation of an innovative product set to disrupt the insurance market. We are looking for candidates with a proven track record in the design and deployment of LLMs for applications within the NLP space, as well as established experience collaborating with product managers, developers, and fellow data scientists within a product-led SaaS environment. What will you be doing? Working within a dynamic cross-functional team that operates based on OKRs (Objectives and Key Results), fostering collaboration among developers, QAs, data scientists, and data analysts, to consistently achieve tangible outcomes aligned with OKR targets. Employing your deep understanding of AI and staying current with industry trends, you will play a pivotal role in shaping project execution by contributing to the OKR formulation process, and directly working towards those. Crafting and refining Machine Learning models and algorithms to address complex product challenges. Devising and implementing innovative data analysis and data mining strategies, extracting valuable insights from diverse data sources. Harnessing the power of natural language processing (NLP) techniques to extract pertinent information from textual data. Formulating predictive models to anticipate future trends, enabling informed decision-making. Constructing automated ML workflows and integrating CI/CD practices to ensure seamless model deployment and recurrent refinement. Architecting, deploying, and overseeing APIs for effective model delivery, while also leveraging external APIs to enhance functionality. Establishing monitoring and logging systems to evaluate model performance, detect anomalies, and guarantee consistent model dependability and accessibility. Collaborating closely with DevOps and IT teams to orchestrate the smooth transition of ML models into production environments, upholding scalability and security standards. Technical Requirements Applied AI and NLP Expertise: Proven experience in applying AI techniques to solve real-world NLP problems, with a focus on delivering scalable, production-ready solutions. Hands-on expertise in fine-tuning pre-trained models such as BERT, GPT, or similar transformer-based architectures for domain-specific tasks in the NLP space. Experience in integrating Large Language Models (LLMs) into applications, with a focus on enabling structured responses, such as through APIs or with purpose-built LLMs. Knowledge of prompt engineering techniques, including designing effective prompts for different tasks, optimizing input/output formats, and leveraging techniques such as few-shot learning. Advanced Python Development Proficiency: Experience with OOP, and data-validation libraries such as Pydantic. Deep familiarity with Python and its ecosystem for AI/ML, including libraries like PyTorch, Hugging Face Transformers, and scikit-learn. Experience with data manipulation using libraries such as Pandas and NumPy, and familiarity with parallelization or asynchronous programming. Proficiency in Test-Driven Development (TDD) and an understanding of Python testing libraries such as Pytest. Cloud, CI/CD & MLOps Knowledge Experience taking models from experiments through to production deployments, with tools such as Docker, Kubernetes & serverless alternatives such as AWS Lambda. Familiarity with MLOps tools such as MLFlow, Kubeflow or Sagemaker. A strong knowledge of cloud platforms (ideally AWS) and their respective services for deploying robust, AI-heavy applications. Bonus Experience Experience with named entity recognition / recommendation systems. Knowledge of Gitlab's CI/CD (or Github Actions). Basic understanding of Java (ideally with Spring Boot). Experience working in a fast-paced, product-led environment. Experience working with data within the insurance / healthcare sector. Ideal Qualities Entrepreneurial Mindset The ideal candidate will possess a product-led, entrepreneurial approach to their work, constantly evaluating new technologies which may facilitate improvements to the product and directly relate back to OKRs. Experience in a fast-paced, start-up environment would be a bonus, with the ability to work both proactively and reactively. Exceptional Communicator / Collaborator The ability to confidently communicate technical concepts to both a technical and non-technical audience (both verbally & written), for example when discussing results, technical approaches, or resolutions to potential blockers. Extensive experience of collaboration with engineers, architects & product teams to enable robust solutions to solve real, well-defined problems. ML/AI Champion A deep appreciation for the possibilities of ML/AI on the application layer, and a strong desire to work on state-of-the-art applications where your ideas could directly translate to enormous business impact. Key Characteristics that we look for when interviewing and that help people thrive at UnderwriteMe: Entrepreneurial: Shows initiative and a proactive approach to identifying and seizing the right opportunities. Shows resilience in the face of challenges and maintains a bias for action. Curiosity: Exhibits a strong desire to learn and understand new concepts. Approaches problems with creativity and persistence, consistently seeking effective solutions. Technically Great: Possesses a deep understanding of relevant technical skills and knowledge applicable to their role. Applies technical expertise effectively to solve complex issues. Strategic Thinker: Understands the broader impact of their role and decisions. Effectively balances immediate actions with strategic planning to ensure alignment with medium-term and long-term organisational objectives. Impact Oriented: Driven by meaningful results, prioritising actions that deliver significant outcomes and contribute to team success. Motivated by value creation and business impact, not titles or status. Adaptability: Open to feedback and willing to learn from others. Shows a growth mindset and the ability to adapt and improve. About UnderwriteMe UnderwriteMe is an Insurtech software business and subsidiary of Pacific Life Re (PL Re), a global life and pensions reinsurance firm. We have a vision to help everyone purchase protection insurance by using data and disruptive technology to transform our partners and markets in order to make their underwriting processes as quick and efficient as possible. Our core products are: a best-in-market Underwriting Rules Engine which can be used to automate any structured data within the underwriting journey, and which is sold in the UK & Ireland, Asia-Pacific and North America the Protection Platform, an end-to-end quote and buy marketplace for Protection in the UK Working for UnderwriteMe Joining UnderwriteMe means being part of a technology company that is committed to bringing a fresh and dynamic approach to insurance. You'd be working with a team of highly technical experts made up of people with backgrounds in software, fintech, and insurance. Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes. Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and wellbeing initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events . click apply for full job details
Feb 16, 2025
Full time
Senior Machine Learning Engineer page is loaded Senior Machine Learning Engineer Job Title Senior Machine Learning Engineer Job Description Here at UnderwriteMe, we are on a mission to make life insurance more widely accessible and ensure people and their loved ones are protected when the inevitable happens. We are doing this by reshaping the future of insurance through innovative and global technology products. As we work on solving complex problems that will change how lives are protected, we operate in a fast-paced, challenging environment. The type of people who work for us embrace and relish the challenge and in turn the sense of achievement in helping to solve these problems and making an impact on how lives are protected. We place a great emphasis on challenging the status quo and constantly striving to improve on what we do. We want to get to the point where we are leading the way in the software industry. Being owned by Pacific Life, we have the best of both worlds - the freedom to experiment like a start-up with the stability of our parent company. If you want to bring new ideas to the table and be part of a team working on innovative technology, come and join us. Job Description We are currently seeking an innovative Senior AI / Machine Learning Engineer to join UnderwriteMe within the Text Mining team. This role is pivotal in driving the creation of an innovative product set to disrupt the insurance market. We are looking for candidates with a proven track record in the design and deployment of LLMs for applications within the NLP space, as well as established experience collaborating with product managers, developers, and fellow data scientists within a product-led SaaS environment. What will you be doing? Working within a dynamic cross-functional team that operates based on OKRs (Objectives and Key Results), fostering collaboration among developers, QAs, data scientists, and data analysts, to consistently achieve tangible outcomes aligned with OKR targets. Employing your deep understanding of AI and staying current with industry trends, you will play a pivotal role in shaping project execution by contributing to the OKR formulation process, and directly working towards those. Crafting and refining Machine Learning models and algorithms to address complex product challenges. Devising and implementing innovative data analysis and data mining strategies, extracting valuable insights from diverse data sources. Harnessing the power of natural language processing (NLP) techniques to extract pertinent information from textual data. Formulating predictive models to anticipate future trends, enabling informed decision-making. Constructing automated ML workflows and integrating CI/CD practices to ensure seamless model deployment and recurrent refinement. Architecting, deploying, and overseeing APIs for effective model delivery, while also leveraging external APIs to enhance functionality. Establishing monitoring and logging systems to evaluate model performance, detect anomalies, and guarantee consistent model dependability and accessibility. Collaborating closely with DevOps and IT teams to orchestrate the smooth transition of ML models into production environments, upholding scalability and security standards. Technical Requirements Applied AI and NLP Expertise: Proven experience in applying AI techniques to solve real-world NLP problems, with a focus on delivering scalable, production-ready solutions. Hands-on expertise in fine-tuning pre-trained models such as BERT, GPT, or similar transformer-based architectures for domain-specific tasks in the NLP space. Experience in integrating Large Language Models (LLMs) into applications, with a focus on enabling structured responses, such as through APIs or with purpose-built LLMs. Knowledge of prompt engineering techniques, including designing effective prompts for different tasks, optimizing input/output formats, and leveraging techniques such as few-shot learning. Advanced Python Development Proficiency: Experience with OOP, and data-validation libraries such as Pydantic. Deep familiarity with Python and its ecosystem for AI/ML, including libraries like PyTorch, Hugging Face Transformers, and scikit-learn. Experience with data manipulation using libraries such as Pandas and NumPy, and familiarity with parallelization or asynchronous programming. Proficiency in Test-Driven Development (TDD) and an understanding of Python testing libraries such as Pytest. Cloud, CI/CD & MLOps Knowledge Experience taking models from experiments through to production deployments, with tools such as Docker, Kubernetes & serverless alternatives such as AWS Lambda. Familiarity with MLOps tools such as MLFlow, Kubeflow or Sagemaker. A strong knowledge of cloud platforms (ideally AWS) and their respective services for deploying robust, AI-heavy applications. Bonus Experience Experience with named entity recognition / recommendation systems. Knowledge of Gitlab's CI/CD (or Github Actions). Basic understanding of Java (ideally with Spring Boot). Experience working in a fast-paced, product-led environment. Experience working with data within the insurance / healthcare sector. Ideal Qualities Entrepreneurial Mindset The ideal candidate will possess a product-led, entrepreneurial approach to their work, constantly evaluating new technologies which may facilitate improvements to the product and directly relate back to OKRs. Experience in a fast-paced, start-up environment would be a bonus, with the ability to work both proactively and reactively. Exceptional Communicator / Collaborator The ability to confidently communicate technical concepts to both a technical and non-technical audience (both verbally & written), for example when discussing results, technical approaches, or resolutions to potential blockers. Extensive experience of collaboration with engineers, architects & product teams to enable robust solutions to solve real, well-defined problems. ML/AI Champion A deep appreciation for the possibilities of ML/AI on the application layer, and a strong desire to work on state-of-the-art applications where your ideas could directly translate to enormous business impact. Key Characteristics that we look for when interviewing and that help people thrive at UnderwriteMe: Entrepreneurial: Shows initiative and a proactive approach to identifying and seizing the right opportunities. Shows resilience in the face of challenges and maintains a bias for action. Curiosity: Exhibits a strong desire to learn and understand new concepts. Approaches problems with creativity and persistence, consistently seeking effective solutions. Technically Great: Possesses a deep understanding of relevant technical skills and knowledge applicable to their role. Applies technical expertise effectively to solve complex issues. Strategic Thinker: Understands the broader impact of their role and decisions. Effectively balances immediate actions with strategic planning to ensure alignment with medium-term and long-term organisational objectives. Impact Oriented: Driven by meaningful results, prioritising actions that deliver significant outcomes and contribute to team success. Motivated by value creation and business impact, not titles or status. Adaptability: Open to feedback and willing to learn from others. Shows a growth mindset and the ability to adapt and improve. About UnderwriteMe UnderwriteMe is an Insurtech software business and subsidiary of Pacific Life Re (PL Re), a global life and pensions reinsurance firm. We have a vision to help everyone purchase protection insurance by using data and disruptive technology to transform our partners and markets in order to make their underwriting processes as quick and efficient as possible. Our core products are: a best-in-market Underwriting Rules Engine which can be used to automate any structured data within the underwriting journey, and which is sold in the UK & Ireland, Asia-Pacific and North America the Protection Platform, an end-to-end quote and buy marketplace for Protection in the UK Working for UnderwriteMe Joining UnderwriteMe means being part of a technology company that is committed to bringing a fresh and dynamic approach to insurance. You'd be working with a team of highly technical experts made up of people with backgrounds in software, fintech, and insurance. Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes. Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and wellbeing initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events . click apply for full job details
Senior AI Product Manager Apply locations London, UK time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id R13316 Job Title Senior AI Product Manager Job Description UnderwriteMe is an InsurTech company and subsidiary of Pacific Life Re (PL Re), dedicated to transforming the life insurance industry through innovative data and technology products. Our mission is to make insurance more accessible by enabling the future of underwriting and the future of distribution for our clients. The Decision Platform is our B2B Enterprise Software product that aims to help insurers optimise their underwriting and claims process and realise that future of underwriting & claims. It therefore plays a crucial role in achieving the mission. Role Overview: We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Snr Product Manager to join our team and drive the evolution of our Text Mining product. Text Mining is an AI/NLP product for automating the underwriting of medical documents. The Product Manager will play a crucial role in defining the product strategy for a new product and collaborating with cross-functional teams including engineering, data science, design, sales, engineering, marketing, and support to streamline business operations, identify growth opportunities, and enhance the overall user experience. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting customer interviews, analysing data, and working closely with analytics teams to derive actionable insights that will inform product development and strategic decision-making. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize product roadmap initiatives in alignment with business goals and customer needs. Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, competitive landscape, and growth opportunities, and develop product strategy. Lead customer interviews and gather feedback to understand pain points, preferences, and unmet needs. Utilize data analytics tools to analyse user behaviour, platform performance, and key metrics to identify areas for improvement and optimization. Work closely with engineering and data science teams to translate product requirements into actionable development tasks and ensure timely delivery of features and enhancements. Drive the design and implementation of user-centric UI/UX improvements to enhance overall platform usability and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with marketing teams to develop go-to-market strategies, positioning, and messaging for new features and product launches. Monitor and evaluate product performance post-launch, gather feedback, and iterate on features to continuously improve product quality and user experience. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or related field; MBA or equivalent experience preferred Proven experience (5+ years) in product management, preferably in a SaaS environment or a fast-moving scale up Proven experience as Product Manager for an AI product Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, generate insights, and make data-driven decisions. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Experience with Agile methodologies and product management tools Familiarity with UX/UI design principles and best practices Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities Entrepreneurial, curious, resilient mindset Why Join Us: Opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation in the insurance industry and contribute to shaping the future of the Decision Platform. Opportunity to launch innovative AI products Collaborative and inclusive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. Competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and flexible work arrangements. Exciting challenges and projects that will allow you to make a meaningful impact and drive business growth. If you are passionate about product management and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! Join us in our mission to revolutionize the insurance industry and empower financial advisers in the UK with innovative solutions on the Decision Platform. Apply now to be part of our journey! About UnderwriteMe UnderwriteMe is an Insurtech software business and subsidiary of Pacific Life Re (PL Re), a global life and pensions reinsurance firm. We have a vision to help everyone purchase protection insurance by using data and disruptive technology to transform our partners and markets in order to make their underwriting processes as quick and efficient as possible. Our core products are: • a best-in-market Underwriting Rules Engine which can be used to automate any structured data within the underwriting journey, and which is sold in the UK & Ireland, Asia-Pacific and North America • the Protection Platform, an end-to-end quote and buy marketplace for Protection in the UK Working for UnderwriteMe Joining UnderwriteMe means being part of a technology company that is committed to bringing a fresh and dynamic approach to insurance. You'd be working with a team of highly technical experts made up of people with backgrounds in software, fintech, and insurance. Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes. Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and wellbeing initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events, and overseeing volunteering opportunities. Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed Term Employees) Stakeholder Pension Scheme Life Assurance Subsidised Gym Membership Private Medical Insurance Season Ticket Loan Eye Care Employee Assistance Programme Group Income Protection Wellness Benefits As part of our commitment to accessibility for all, UnderwriteMe will, upon the request of the applicant, provide accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs, and we will consult with you to ensure suitable accommodation is provided.
Feb 16, 2025
Full time
Senior AI Product Manager Apply locations London, UK time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id R13316 Job Title Senior AI Product Manager Job Description UnderwriteMe is an InsurTech company and subsidiary of Pacific Life Re (PL Re), dedicated to transforming the life insurance industry through innovative data and technology products. Our mission is to make insurance more accessible by enabling the future of underwriting and the future of distribution for our clients. The Decision Platform is our B2B Enterprise Software product that aims to help insurers optimise their underwriting and claims process and realise that future of underwriting & claims. It therefore plays a crucial role in achieving the mission. Role Overview: We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Snr Product Manager to join our team and drive the evolution of our Text Mining product. Text Mining is an AI/NLP product for automating the underwriting of medical documents. The Product Manager will play a crucial role in defining the product strategy for a new product and collaborating with cross-functional teams including engineering, data science, design, sales, engineering, marketing, and support to streamline business operations, identify growth opportunities, and enhance the overall user experience. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting customer interviews, analysing data, and working closely with analytics teams to derive actionable insights that will inform product development and strategic decision-making. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize product roadmap initiatives in alignment with business goals and customer needs. Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, competitive landscape, and growth opportunities, and develop product strategy. Lead customer interviews and gather feedback to understand pain points, preferences, and unmet needs. Utilize data analytics tools to analyse user behaviour, platform performance, and key metrics to identify areas for improvement and optimization. Work closely with engineering and data science teams to translate product requirements into actionable development tasks and ensure timely delivery of features and enhancements. Drive the design and implementation of user-centric UI/UX improvements to enhance overall platform usability and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with marketing teams to develop go-to-market strategies, positioning, and messaging for new features and product launches. Monitor and evaluate product performance post-launch, gather feedback, and iterate on features to continuously improve product quality and user experience. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or related field; MBA or equivalent experience preferred Proven experience (5+ years) in product management, preferably in a SaaS environment or a fast-moving scale up Proven experience as Product Manager for an AI product Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, generate insights, and make data-driven decisions. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Experience with Agile methodologies and product management tools Familiarity with UX/UI design principles and best practices Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities Entrepreneurial, curious, resilient mindset Why Join Us: Opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation in the insurance industry and contribute to shaping the future of the Decision Platform. Opportunity to launch innovative AI products Collaborative and inclusive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. Competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and flexible work arrangements. Exciting challenges and projects that will allow you to make a meaningful impact and drive business growth. If you are passionate about product management and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! Join us in our mission to revolutionize the insurance industry and empower financial advisers in the UK with innovative solutions on the Decision Platform. Apply now to be part of our journey! About UnderwriteMe UnderwriteMe is an Insurtech software business and subsidiary of Pacific Life Re (PL Re), a global life and pensions reinsurance firm. We have a vision to help everyone purchase protection insurance by using data and disruptive technology to transform our partners and markets in order to make their underwriting processes as quick and efficient as possible. Our core products are: • a best-in-market Underwriting Rules Engine which can be used to automate any structured data within the underwriting journey, and which is sold in the UK & Ireland, Asia-Pacific and North America • the Protection Platform, an end-to-end quote and buy marketplace for Protection in the UK Working for UnderwriteMe Joining UnderwriteMe means being part of a technology company that is committed to bringing a fresh and dynamic approach to insurance. You'd be working with a team of highly technical experts made up of people with backgrounds in software, fintech, and insurance. Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes. Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and wellbeing initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events, and overseeing volunteering opportunities. Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed Term Employees) Stakeholder Pension Scheme Life Assurance Subsidised Gym Membership Private Medical Insurance Season Ticket Loan Eye Care Employee Assistance Programme Group Income Protection Wellness Benefits As part of our commitment to accessibility for all, UnderwriteMe will, upon the request of the applicant, provide accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs, and we will consult with you to ensure suitable accommodation is provided.
AVP Actuarial, Individual Retirement Income Apply locations London, UK time type Full time posted on Posted 5 Days Ago job requisition id R13674 Job Title AVP Actuarial, Individual Retirement Income Job Description We are looking to hire a talented AVP, Individual Retirement Income, Savings & Retirement who will take a leading role in our strategic new entry into the Individual Retirement Income market. This role will be based in London to focus on the strategic entry to the UK retirement income market and will include a wider remit to support the entry into the other global core markets. The successful candidate will be accountable for the proposition development, sales, client relationships, structuring and execution of transactions in the UK individual retirement income market. This will include supporting the development of funded annuity flow propositions that will be scalable to wider global core markets. In performing your role, you will be supporting the VP, Individual and Flow, Savings and Retirements in delivering a strategy and business plan for the UK market entry. The strategic importance of the individual market will provide significant visibility with the S&R Executive Committee and with wider senior global stakeholders. As a member of the wider Savings and Retirement community the incumbent is expected to help promote a culture across Savings & Retirements consistent with the Pacific Life Re target culture and consistent with the company's Principles and Behaviours. Within Savings and Retirement we have a vision to be Partnering with our clients globally to provide stability and confidence in retirement. Key Responsibilities Be responsible for developing, communicating, and executing our new business and client strategy for entry into the UK retirement income markets. Initial focus will be on the UK market with a wider remit to support on other global core markets, particularly Netherlands. Build and own relationships at a senior level with our clients, consultants, advisers and other key parties within the UK individual retirement market as part of building an entry and growth within this market. Engage with the wider S&R business to ensure a consistent client relationship strategy where appropriate. Develop, manage and secure new business opportunities, including working closely with the Global S&R Insurance and Deal Pricing Teams to deliver timely, high-quality responses to client invitations to tender, meeting internal risk management standards. Lead the UK proposition development of individual retirement income including supporting the underwriting engine and flow technology developments. Assist in the development of the funded reinsurance proposition for global core individual retirement markets, combining Pacific Life group asset skills with local regulation and client requirements. Lead transaction negotiations, working alongside our internal and external legal counsel. Qualifications & Expertise At least 5 years' experience in operating in (re)insurance including time in market facing and technical roles - experience in the UK individual retirement market is strongly preferred. Experience in and understanding of retirement markets including Longevity, Funded Re and individual annuities. Experience of new business development and transaction negotiation. Deep understanding of the technical basis of insurance / reinsurance business, with a proven ability to understand and question pricing and / or capital bases. Knowledge of the local regulatory environment is preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with people of all levels. Strong negotiator and influencer. Strong organisational skills and good evidence of successful project management. In depth understanding of risk frameworks and controls. Highly financially literate and can understand reinsurance pricing, financial reporting and capital to a high level of detail. Working For Pacific Life Re Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes. Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and well being initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events and overseeing volunteering opportunities. Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed Term Employees) Stakeholder Pension Scheme Life Assurance Subsidised Gym Membership Private Medical Insurance Season Ticket Loan Eye Care Employee Assistance Programme Group Income Protection Wellness Benefits As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we will provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs so that we can discuss these with you to make sure that suitable adjustments are made, where possible. Pacific Life Re Principles and Behaviours Please click here to view our company principles and behaviours. At Pacific Life Re, our vision is to bring an innovative and dynamic approach to the marketplace. Our global team is not afraid to disrupt and challenge industry thinking to provide the best products and services possible. Working in some of the most complex and fast-moving markets has taught us that knowledge and innovation go hand in hand. Today, we are continuing our rapid growth internationally with offices across Europe, Asia, North America, Australia, and Bermuda. With over 700 employees across the globe, we take pride in our 'family' culture, underpinned by our Principles and Behaviours, providing an environment where everyone can grow and develop.
Feb 13, 2025
Full time
AVP Actuarial, Individual Retirement Income Apply locations London, UK time type Full time posted on Posted 5 Days Ago job requisition id R13674 Job Title AVP Actuarial, Individual Retirement Income Job Description We are looking to hire a talented AVP, Individual Retirement Income, Savings & Retirement who will take a leading role in our strategic new entry into the Individual Retirement Income market. This role will be based in London to focus on the strategic entry to the UK retirement income market and will include a wider remit to support the entry into the other global core markets. The successful candidate will be accountable for the proposition development, sales, client relationships, structuring and execution of transactions in the UK individual retirement income market. This will include supporting the development of funded annuity flow propositions that will be scalable to wider global core markets. In performing your role, you will be supporting the VP, Individual and Flow, Savings and Retirements in delivering a strategy and business plan for the UK market entry. The strategic importance of the individual market will provide significant visibility with the S&R Executive Committee and with wider senior global stakeholders. As a member of the wider Savings and Retirement community the incumbent is expected to help promote a culture across Savings & Retirements consistent with the Pacific Life Re target culture and consistent with the company's Principles and Behaviours. Within Savings and Retirement we have a vision to be Partnering with our clients globally to provide stability and confidence in retirement. Key Responsibilities Be responsible for developing, communicating, and executing our new business and client strategy for entry into the UK retirement income markets. Initial focus will be on the UK market with a wider remit to support on other global core markets, particularly Netherlands. Build and own relationships at a senior level with our clients, consultants, advisers and other key parties within the UK individual retirement market as part of building an entry and growth within this market. Engage with the wider S&R business to ensure a consistent client relationship strategy where appropriate. Develop, manage and secure new business opportunities, including working closely with the Global S&R Insurance and Deal Pricing Teams to deliver timely, high-quality responses to client invitations to tender, meeting internal risk management standards. Lead the UK proposition development of individual retirement income including supporting the underwriting engine and flow technology developments. Assist in the development of the funded reinsurance proposition for global core individual retirement markets, combining Pacific Life group asset skills with local regulation and client requirements. Lead transaction negotiations, working alongside our internal and external legal counsel. Qualifications & Expertise At least 5 years' experience in operating in (re)insurance including time in market facing and technical roles - experience in the UK individual retirement market is strongly preferred. Experience in and understanding of retirement markets including Longevity, Funded Re and individual annuities. Experience of new business development and transaction negotiation. Deep understanding of the technical basis of insurance / reinsurance business, with a proven ability to understand and question pricing and / or capital bases. Knowledge of the local regulatory environment is preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with people of all levels. Strong negotiator and influencer. Strong organisational skills and good evidence of successful project management. In depth understanding of risk frameworks and controls. Highly financially literate and can understand reinsurance pricing, financial reporting and capital to a high level of detail. Working For Pacific Life Re Every person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes. Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and well being initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events and overseeing volunteering opportunities. Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed Term Employees) Stakeholder Pension Scheme Life Assurance Subsidised Gym Membership Private Medical Insurance Season Ticket Loan Eye Care Employee Assistance Programme Group Income Protection Wellness Benefits As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we will provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs so that we can discuss these with you to make sure that suitable adjustments are made, where possible. Pacific Life Re Principles and Behaviours Please click here to view our company principles and behaviours. At Pacific Life Re, our vision is to bring an innovative and dynamic approach to the marketplace. Our global team is not afraid to disrupt and challenge industry thinking to provide the best products and services possible. Working in some of the most complex and fast-moving markets has taught us that knowledge and innovation go hand in hand. Today, we are continuing our rapid growth internationally with offices across Europe, Asia, North America, Australia, and Bermuda. With over 700 employees across the globe, we take pride in our 'family' culture, underpinned by our Principles and Behaviours, providing an environment where everyone can grow and develop.