Irish Life Group Services Limited
Potters Bar, Hertfordshire
Title: Senior Actuary (BPA - Pricing team) Location: Potters Bar, GB Company: CLFIS Limited Description: Job closing date: 9th January (please note we will be unable to respond to your application until the closing date) Locations: Will consider Bristol, Hertfordshire or London Office. Canada Life UK looks after the retirement, investment and protection needs of individuals, families and companies. We help to build better futures for our customers, our intermediaries and our employees by operating as a modern, agile and welcoming organisation. Part of our parent company Great-West Lifeco, Canada Life UK has operated in the United Kingdom since 1903. We have hundreds of respected and supported employees committed to doing the right thing for our customers and colleagues. Canada Life UK is transforming to create a more customer-focused business by providing our customers with expertise on financial and tax planning, offering home finance and annuities propositions, and providing collective fund solutions to third party customers. Job Purpose There is an opportunity for a qualified actuary to join the Bulk Annuity Pricing team. Successful applicants will be responsible for providing pricing recommendations and working with the wider BPA team to achieve annual new business targets. Key Accountabilities Responsible for quotations and providing pricing recommendations for bulk annuity buy-ins and buy-outs Liaising with investment front office to identify suitable assets to support bulk annuity transactions Team working with reinsurance actuaries to ensure reinsurance appropriately incorporated within quotations Reviewing legal agreements and contributing to contract negotiations with external stakeholders Supporting business development and relationship management Contributing to the development of Canada Life's pricing bases and pricing models that adhere to Canada Life's risk tolerances and are scalable for future growth Managing stakeholders and ensuring compliance with risk governance Keeping abreast of industry issues and developments to ensure the business processes and strategies are in line with the industry Provide appropriate support to managers and others to implement recommendations/facilitate change to support the requirements of the business Desired Knowledge / Experience / Skills Strong knowledge of UK Defined Benefit pensions Familiarity with bulk annuity market and products Understanding of capital modelling and profit testingExperience of managing stakeholders Strong communication skills (able to communicate technical issues to senior people including non-actuaries) Understanding and ability to implement/maintain an actuarial control framework Qualified actuary Benefits of working at Canada Life We believe in recognising and rewarding our people, so we offer a competitive salary and benefits package that's regularly reviewed. As a Canada Life UK colleague, you'll receive a competitive salary and comprehensive reward package including a generous pension and bonus scheme, along with, income protection, private medical insurance and life assurance. We have a fantastic number of other benefits and support services as well as regular personal and professional development. How we work at Canada Life Our culture is unique and incredibly important to us. We care about doing the right thing for our people, customers and community and helping others to build better futures. Our blueprint behaviours shape and influence how we work, and are central to the relationships we have with others. Every day we are encouraged to be more curious, own the outcome, face into things together and find a way forward. We want colleagues to have rewarding careers with us so we invest in the development of our people, technology and workplaces. That's why we offer a range of training, flexible working and opportunities to grow and develop. Diversity and inclusion Building an inclusive workplace with a diverse workforce where everyone can feel they belong and achieve their potential regardless of gender, ethnicity or any other characteristic is a key commitment for us. We are proud of the progress we're making in DEI, and we continue for it to be a significant focus. "At Canada Life we believe in the power of great people from different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives coming together to build better futures. Emerging talent is crucial to our growth and creating an environment that continues to inspire us all." Nick Harding, Chief People Officer, Canada Life UK We appreciate that everyone has different work and life responsibilities. We're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, including part time, for any of our roles should this be a requirement for you.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Title: Senior Actuary (BPA - Pricing team) Location: Potters Bar, GB Company: CLFIS Limited Description: Job closing date: 9th January (please note we will be unable to respond to your application until the closing date) Locations: Will consider Bristol, Hertfordshire or London Office. Canada Life UK looks after the retirement, investment and protection needs of individuals, families and companies. We help to build better futures for our customers, our intermediaries and our employees by operating as a modern, agile and welcoming organisation. Part of our parent company Great-West Lifeco, Canada Life UK has operated in the United Kingdom since 1903. We have hundreds of respected and supported employees committed to doing the right thing for our customers and colleagues. Canada Life UK is transforming to create a more customer-focused business by providing our customers with expertise on financial and tax planning, offering home finance and annuities propositions, and providing collective fund solutions to third party customers. Job Purpose There is an opportunity for a qualified actuary to join the Bulk Annuity Pricing team. Successful applicants will be responsible for providing pricing recommendations and working with the wider BPA team to achieve annual new business targets. Key Accountabilities Responsible for quotations and providing pricing recommendations for bulk annuity buy-ins and buy-outs Liaising with investment front office to identify suitable assets to support bulk annuity transactions Team working with reinsurance actuaries to ensure reinsurance appropriately incorporated within quotations Reviewing legal agreements and contributing to contract negotiations with external stakeholders Supporting business development and relationship management Contributing to the development of Canada Life's pricing bases and pricing models that adhere to Canada Life's risk tolerances and are scalable for future growth Managing stakeholders and ensuring compliance with risk governance Keeping abreast of industry issues and developments to ensure the business processes and strategies are in line with the industry Provide appropriate support to managers and others to implement recommendations/facilitate change to support the requirements of the business Desired Knowledge / Experience / Skills Strong knowledge of UK Defined Benefit pensions Familiarity with bulk annuity market and products Understanding of capital modelling and profit testingExperience of managing stakeholders Strong communication skills (able to communicate technical issues to senior people including non-actuaries) Understanding and ability to implement/maintain an actuarial control framework Qualified actuary Benefits of working at Canada Life We believe in recognising and rewarding our people, so we offer a competitive salary and benefits package that's regularly reviewed. As a Canada Life UK colleague, you'll receive a competitive salary and comprehensive reward package including a generous pension and bonus scheme, along with, income protection, private medical insurance and life assurance. We have a fantastic number of other benefits and support services as well as regular personal and professional development. How we work at Canada Life Our culture is unique and incredibly important to us. We care about doing the right thing for our people, customers and community and helping others to build better futures. Our blueprint behaviours shape and influence how we work, and are central to the relationships we have with others. Every day we are encouraged to be more curious, own the outcome, face into things together and find a way forward. We want colleagues to have rewarding careers with us so we invest in the development of our people, technology and workplaces. That's why we offer a range of training, flexible working and opportunities to grow and develop. Diversity and inclusion Building an inclusive workplace with a diverse workforce where everyone can feel they belong and achieve their potential regardless of gender, ethnicity or any other characteristic is a key commitment for us. We are proud of the progress we're making in DEI, and we continue for it to be a significant focus. "At Canada Life we believe in the power of great people from different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives coming together to build better futures. Emerging talent is crucial to our growth and creating an environment that continues to inspire us all." Nick Harding, Chief People Officer, Canada Life UK We appreciate that everyone has different work and life responsibilities. We're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, including part time, for any of our roles should this be a requirement for you.
Title: Senior Actuary (BPA - Pricing team) Location: Potters Bar, GB Company: CLFIS Limited Description: Job closing date: 9th January (please note we will be unable to respond to your application until the closing date) Locations: Will consider Bristol, Hertfordshire or London Office. Canada Life UK looks after the retirement, investment and protection needs of individuals, families and companies. We help to build better futures for our customers, our intermediaries and our employees by operating as a modern, agile and welcoming organisation. Part of our parent company Great-West Lifeco, Canada Life UK has operated in the United Kingdom since 1903. We have hundreds of respected and supported employees committed to doing the right thing for our customers and colleagues. Canada Life UK is transforming to create a more customer-focused business by providing our customers with expertise on financial and tax planning, offering home finance and annuities propositions, and providing collective fund solutions to third party customers. Job Purpose There is an opportunity for a qualified actuary to join the Bulk Annuity Pricing team. Successful applicants will be responsible for providing pricing recommendations and working with the wider BPA team to achieve annual new business targets. Key Accountabilities Responsible for quotations and providing pricing recommendations for bulk annuity buy-ins and buy-outs Liaising with investment front office to identify suitable assets to support bulk annuity transactions Team working with reinsurance actuaries to ensure reinsurance appropriately incorporated within quotations Reviewing legal agreements and contributing to contract negotiations with external stakeholders Supporting business development and relationship management Contributing to the development of Canada Life's pricing bases and pricing models that adhere to Canada Life's risk tolerances and are scalable for future growth Managing stakeholders and ensuring compliance with risk governance Keeping abreast of industry issues and developments to ensure the business processes and strategies are in line with the industry Provide appropriate support to managers and others to implement recommendations/facilitate change to support the requirements of the business Desired Knowledge / Experience / Skills Strong knowledge of UK Defined Benefit pensions Familiarity with bulk annuity market and products Understanding of capital modelling and profit testingExperience of managing stakeholders Strong communication skills (able to communicate technical issues to senior people including non-actuaries) Understanding and ability to implement/maintain an actuarial control framework Qualified actuary Benefits of working at Canada Life We believe in recognising and rewarding our people, so we offer a competitive salary and benefits package that's regularly reviewed. As a Canada Life UK colleague, you'll receive a competitive salary and comprehensive reward package including a generous pension and bonus scheme, along with, income protection, private medical insurance and life assurance. We have a fantastic number of other benefits and support services as well as regular personal and professional development. How we work at Canada Life Our culture is unique and incredibly important to us. We care about doing the right thing for our people, customers and community and helping others to build better futures. Our blueprint behaviours shape and influence how we work, and are central to the relationships we have with others. Every day we are encouraged to be more curious, own the outcome, face into things together and find a way forward. We want colleagues to have rewarding careers with us so we invest in the development of our people, technology and workplaces. That's why we offer a range of training, flexible working and opportunities to grow and develop. Diversity and inclusion Building an inclusive workplace with a diverse workforce where everyone can feel they belong and achieve their potential regardless of gender, ethnicity or any other characteristic is a key commitment for us. We are proud of the progress we're making in DEI, and we continue for it to be a significant focus. "At Canada Life we believe in the power of great people from different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives coming together to build better futures. Emerging talent is crucial to our growth and creating an environment that continues to inspire us all." Nick Harding, Chief People Officer, Canada Life UK We appreciate that everyone has different work and life responsibilities. We're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, including part time, for any of our roles should this be a requirement for you.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
Title: Senior Actuary (BPA - Pricing team) Location: Potters Bar, GB Company: CLFIS Limited Description: Job closing date: 9th January (please note we will be unable to respond to your application until the closing date) Locations: Will consider Bristol, Hertfordshire or London Office. Canada Life UK looks after the retirement, investment and protection needs of individuals, families and companies. We help to build better futures for our customers, our intermediaries and our employees by operating as a modern, agile and welcoming organisation. Part of our parent company Great-West Lifeco, Canada Life UK has operated in the United Kingdom since 1903. We have hundreds of respected and supported employees committed to doing the right thing for our customers and colleagues. Canada Life UK is transforming to create a more customer-focused business by providing our customers with expertise on financial and tax planning, offering home finance and annuities propositions, and providing collective fund solutions to third party customers. Job Purpose There is an opportunity for a qualified actuary to join the Bulk Annuity Pricing team. Successful applicants will be responsible for providing pricing recommendations and working with the wider BPA team to achieve annual new business targets. Key Accountabilities Responsible for quotations and providing pricing recommendations for bulk annuity buy-ins and buy-outs Liaising with investment front office to identify suitable assets to support bulk annuity transactions Team working with reinsurance actuaries to ensure reinsurance appropriately incorporated within quotations Reviewing legal agreements and contributing to contract negotiations with external stakeholders Supporting business development and relationship management Contributing to the development of Canada Life's pricing bases and pricing models that adhere to Canada Life's risk tolerances and are scalable for future growth Managing stakeholders and ensuring compliance with risk governance Keeping abreast of industry issues and developments to ensure the business processes and strategies are in line with the industry Provide appropriate support to managers and others to implement recommendations/facilitate change to support the requirements of the business Desired Knowledge / Experience / Skills Strong knowledge of UK Defined Benefit pensions Familiarity with bulk annuity market and products Understanding of capital modelling and profit testingExperience of managing stakeholders Strong communication skills (able to communicate technical issues to senior people including non-actuaries) Understanding and ability to implement/maintain an actuarial control framework Qualified actuary Benefits of working at Canada Life We believe in recognising and rewarding our people, so we offer a competitive salary and benefits package that's regularly reviewed. As a Canada Life UK colleague, you'll receive a competitive salary and comprehensive reward package including a generous pension and bonus scheme, along with, income protection, private medical insurance and life assurance. We have a fantastic number of other benefits and support services as well as regular personal and professional development. How we work at Canada Life Our culture is unique and incredibly important to us. We care about doing the right thing for our people, customers and community and helping others to build better futures. Our blueprint behaviours shape and influence how we work, and are central to the relationships we have with others. Every day we are encouraged to be more curious, own the outcome, face into things together and find a way forward. We want colleagues to have rewarding careers with us so we invest in the development of our people, technology and workplaces. That's why we offer a range of training, flexible working and opportunities to grow and develop. Diversity and inclusion Building an inclusive workplace with a diverse workforce where everyone can feel they belong and achieve their potential regardless of gender, ethnicity or any other characteristic is a key commitment for us. We are proud of the progress we're making in DEI, and we continue for it to be a significant focus. "At Canada Life we believe in the power of great people from different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives coming together to build better futures. Emerging talent is crucial to our growth and creating an environment that continues to inspire us all." Nick Harding, Chief People Officer, Canada Life UK We appreciate that everyone has different work and life responsibilities. We're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, including part time, for any of our roles should this be a requirement for you.
# Applicant Portal: Job Details: Capital Modelling Senior Analyst Capital Modelling Senior Analyst London We're looking for a Capital Modelling Actuary About Brit At Brit, we believe that the uncertainty of the future should never stand in the way of progress. That's why we exist. To help people and businesses face the future and thrive. We are change-makers enabled by a global workforce who collaborate to deliver a risk service. A team empowered to help our customers not only to survive the risks they face, but to stay on the front foot and keep moving forward. We believe the uncertainty of tomorrow isn't something to fear but to seize; that it's full of potential. Not only for our customers but our employees too. We might write the future of risk for our brokers and clients, but we would love to help you write your future at Brit: a future based on not just progressing but on thriving - both professionally and emotionally. If you're looking for a place to make a real difference read on. What you'll be doing As a Capital Modelling Actuary at Brit, you'll play a key role in maintaining and developing our internal capital model under the Solvency II regime. You'll be responsible for ensuring the model supports both regulatory submissions and internal decision-making, while also promoting its use across strategic and operational areas of the business. Working closely with the Actuary, Senior Actuary and Head of Capital Modelling, you'll oversee the day-to-day operation of the model and ensure its outputs are timely, accurate and embedded within our Risk Management Framework. You'll help manage relationships with regulatory bodies including the PRA, Lloyd's and the BMA, and you'll support the preparation and presentation of model outputs to executive and board-level committees. Your work will also involve integrating the model with other key risk areas such as investment and exposure management, and ensuring that data inputs are robust, reliable and of high quality. In addition, you'll collaborate with colleagues across actuarial, finance and underwriting teams, and contribute to training and awareness initiatives for senior stakeholders. You'll also support the Head of Capital in delivering reports to governance committees and regulators, ensuring that all outputs meet the highest standards of quality and compliance. We welcome everyone wholeheartedly We've got a truly diverse, genuinely inclusive work environment. We comfortably and confidently bring our whole selves to work, because we know we'll be respected, valued and accepted whoever we are. Our Employee Resource groups are safe spaces for people to share their experiences, aspirations and suggestions about how we do things. Accessibility We are located in the Leadenhall Building on Leadenhall Street (EC3V 4AB) and are situated on floors 17, 18, and 39. All of our floors are accessible by lift, and there are building staff on hand to point you in the right direction. The closest train / underground / DLR links are: Liverpool Street Station (7 mins), Bank Station (6 mins), Fenchurch Street Station (6 mins), Aldgate Station (7 mins). The nearest bus stop is St Mary Axe (Stop LR or Z), which is located just outside the building. If you have any other questions regarding accessibility, please ask.
Jan 09, 2026
Full time
# Applicant Portal: Job Details: Capital Modelling Senior Analyst Capital Modelling Senior Analyst London We're looking for a Capital Modelling Actuary About Brit At Brit, we believe that the uncertainty of the future should never stand in the way of progress. That's why we exist. To help people and businesses face the future and thrive. We are change-makers enabled by a global workforce who collaborate to deliver a risk service. A team empowered to help our customers not only to survive the risks they face, but to stay on the front foot and keep moving forward. We believe the uncertainty of tomorrow isn't something to fear but to seize; that it's full of potential. Not only for our customers but our employees too. We might write the future of risk for our brokers and clients, but we would love to help you write your future at Brit: a future based on not just progressing but on thriving - both professionally and emotionally. If you're looking for a place to make a real difference read on. What you'll be doing As a Capital Modelling Actuary at Brit, you'll play a key role in maintaining and developing our internal capital model under the Solvency II regime. You'll be responsible for ensuring the model supports both regulatory submissions and internal decision-making, while also promoting its use across strategic and operational areas of the business. Working closely with the Actuary, Senior Actuary and Head of Capital Modelling, you'll oversee the day-to-day operation of the model and ensure its outputs are timely, accurate and embedded within our Risk Management Framework. You'll help manage relationships with regulatory bodies including the PRA, Lloyd's and the BMA, and you'll support the preparation and presentation of model outputs to executive and board-level committees. Your work will also involve integrating the model with other key risk areas such as investment and exposure management, and ensuring that data inputs are robust, reliable and of high quality. In addition, you'll collaborate with colleagues across actuarial, finance and underwriting teams, and contribute to training and awareness initiatives for senior stakeholders. You'll also support the Head of Capital in delivering reports to governance committees and regulators, ensuring that all outputs meet the highest standards of quality and compliance. We welcome everyone wholeheartedly We've got a truly diverse, genuinely inclusive work environment. We comfortably and confidently bring our whole selves to work, because we know we'll be respected, valued and accepted whoever we are. Our Employee Resource groups are safe spaces for people to share their experiences, aspirations and suggestions about how we do things. Accessibility We are located in the Leadenhall Building on Leadenhall Street (EC3V 4AB) and are situated on floors 17, 18, and 39. All of our floors are accessible by lift, and there are building staff on hand to point you in the right direction. The closest train / underground / DLR links are: Liverpool Street Station (7 mins), Bank Station (6 mins), Fenchurch Street Station (6 mins), Aldgate Station (7 mins). The nearest bus stop is St Mary Axe (Stop LR or Z), which is located just outside the building. If you have any other questions regarding accessibility, please ask.
At Just we encourage a flexible and agile working environment for the majority of our opportunities. Get in touch with us to discuss in more detail. Who are Just? We help people achieve a better later life. That's our purpose and it's the reason we exist. We are a fast-growing FTSE 250 company helping customers enjoy the retirement they deserve. We do this through a variety of market leading, award-winning products and services, delivered by a diverse team of over 1,400 purpose-led colleagues who genuinely put the customer at the heart of everything we do. This is a brilliant time to join our business. We are on an exciting growth journey to become the UK's most loved retirement expert. Purpose Senior Actuarial Analyst supports senior actuaries and heads in the ALM team in managing the ALM position of the Group and to assist with managing the ongoing capital adequacy of the Group especially in relation to exposure to market risks. Job Role Accountabilities Support senior team members in defining principles and practices for the investment of assets to ensure an efficient and safe ALM position is maintained over time Perform the quantitative analysis for the forward-looking ALM position of each regulated insurance entity, and the overall Group, and assist with recommending actions to ensure the investment portfolio remains appropriate for the liabilities Support senior team members with analysing the efficiency of, and assist developing recommended actions and strategies to manage and optimise, the ALM position in light of overall business objectives (e.g. capital, liquidity, profit) including hedging strategy Support senior members of the team in identifying and recommending actions to maintain the efficiency of the Matching Adjustment Portfolio(s) and to maintain compliance with the Matching Adjustment requirements Perform analysis to support the monthly process to structure assets for inclusion in the Matching Adjustment Portfolio Work with the Actuarial Reporting and Analysis Team to understand the past performance of the business Assist with the preparation of medium-term and long-term liquidity analysis and developing recommendations to ensure the Group remains within the overall long-term liquidity risk appetite Support with identifying levers for managing the regulatory solvency of the Group and then implementing actions utilising those levers to maintain solvency within stated appetites Assist with ad hoc ALM and capital related projects as and when needed. These may arise due regulatory interactions, new business developments, or other reasons. Support the personal development of more junior members in the team, and delegate work where required and appropriate. Develop and maintain ALM tools and processes in Excel and Python, to comply with Just's Model Risk Policy and EUC standards. Examples of Key Activities The following sets out some of the key day to day activities: Calculate interest rate exposure on a regular basis and perform sensitivities to assist with forming a recommendation for changes to hedging. Produce regular Management Information on the ALM position, investment performance, hedging recommendation and the compliance and efficiency of the Matching Adjustment Portfolio(s) to committees and senior stakeholders. Follow the new business asset and liability data flow to ensure ALM risk assessment is managed in a controlled manner and up to date. Support the delivery of key strategic projects for the business with significant ALM and capital impacts. Work closely with senior members with an aim to become a future technical lead in a number of areas involving ALM. Operating a robust control framework for results production Skills and Knowledge Strong technical and analytical skills Able to take initiative to proactively identify issues and solve problems Strong verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills Good understanding of the products and services provided by the Just Group and UK life peers Good knowledge of Excel, VBA and at least one other object-orientated programming language, e.g. Python. Experience Proven problem analysis and resolution experience Experience of ALM, hedging, capital management, risk management and UK Solvency regulations (SII or SUK) and IFRS 17. Experience of model development and maintenance Qualifications Essential for the role Good progress with actuarial exams or other equivalent qualifications Partly of nearly qualified actuary or equivalent Company Benefits A Competitive Salary, Pension Scheme and Life Assurance Along with 25 Days Annual Leave plus an Additional Day on us for your Birthday Private Medical Cover and Income Protection, just in case A generous and highly achievable bonus scheme - paid annually based on individual and company performance against targets Opportunity to progress within your career both in-role and within the company FREE access to the Headspace App, a 24/7 Employee Assistance Helpline and Trained Physical & Health First Aiders (On-Site) A variety of Employee Funded Benefits available to you via our Online Benefits Portal Plus, several additional purchase options available for you and your loved ones Why Just? At Just you'll have the opportunity to develop your career, whilst making a difference to the lives of those around you. You'll be part of a company with a strong and distinctive culture - we're ambitious, curious and collaborative - and every decision we make centres around being Just and delivering the best outcomes for our customers. We're committed to building a more sustainable business, and we're working hard to make progress against our Net Zero targets. We're reducing our reliance on fossil fuels in our offices, switching to more sustainable sources of energy and we're investing more of our money in green and social assets. Valuing diversity of thought and fostering a sense of belonging is critical to our business success, driving innovation and balanced decision making. Our work on DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging) aims to deliver a brilliant employee experience underpinned by a sense of belonging, where our people feel proud to work at Just. We remain committed to our publicly disclosed HM Treasury Women in Finance Charter and Race at Work Charter targets and support a wide range of employee network and events, championing issues including intergenerational working, social mobility and neurodiversity.
Jan 08, 2026
Full time
At Just we encourage a flexible and agile working environment for the majority of our opportunities. Get in touch with us to discuss in more detail. Who are Just? We help people achieve a better later life. That's our purpose and it's the reason we exist. We are a fast-growing FTSE 250 company helping customers enjoy the retirement they deserve. We do this through a variety of market leading, award-winning products and services, delivered by a diverse team of over 1,400 purpose-led colleagues who genuinely put the customer at the heart of everything we do. This is a brilliant time to join our business. We are on an exciting growth journey to become the UK's most loved retirement expert. Purpose Senior Actuarial Analyst supports senior actuaries and heads in the ALM team in managing the ALM position of the Group and to assist with managing the ongoing capital adequacy of the Group especially in relation to exposure to market risks. Job Role Accountabilities Support senior team members in defining principles and practices for the investment of assets to ensure an efficient and safe ALM position is maintained over time Perform the quantitative analysis for the forward-looking ALM position of each regulated insurance entity, and the overall Group, and assist with recommending actions to ensure the investment portfolio remains appropriate for the liabilities Support senior team members with analysing the efficiency of, and assist developing recommended actions and strategies to manage and optimise, the ALM position in light of overall business objectives (e.g. capital, liquidity, profit) including hedging strategy Support senior members of the team in identifying and recommending actions to maintain the efficiency of the Matching Adjustment Portfolio(s) and to maintain compliance with the Matching Adjustment requirements Perform analysis to support the monthly process to structure assets for inclusion in the Matching Adjustment Portfolio Work with the Actuarial Reporting and Analysis Team to understand the past performance of the business Assist with the preparation of medium-term and long-term liquidity analysis and developing recommendations to ensure the Group remains within the overall long-term liquidity risk appetite Support with identifying levers for managing the regulatory solvency of the Group and then implementing actions utilising those levers to maintain solvency within stated appetites Assist with ad hoc ALM and capital related projects as and when needed. These may arise due regulatory interactions, new business developments, or other reasons. Support the personal development of more junior members in the team, and delegate work where required and appropriate. Develop and maintain ALM tools and processes in Excel and Python, to comply with Just's Model Risk Policy and EUC standards. Examples of Key Activities The following sets out some of the key day to day activities: Calculate interest rate exposure on a regular basis and perform sensitivities to assist with forming a recommendation for changes to hedging. Produce regular Management Information on the ALM position, investment performance, hedging recommendation and the compliance and efficiency of the Matching Adjustment Portfolio(s) to committees and senior stakeholders. Follow the new business asset and liability data flow to ensure ALM risk assessment is managed in a controlled manner and up to date. Support the delivery of key strategic projects for the business with significant ALM and capital impacts. Work closely with senior members with an aim to become a future technical lead in a number of areas involving ALM. Operating a robust control framework for results production Skills and Knowledge Strong technical and analytical skills Able to take initiative to proactively identify issues and solve problems Strong verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills Good understanding of the products and services provided by the Just Group and UK life peers Good knowledge of Excel, VBA and at least one other object-orientated programming language, e.g. Python. Experience Proven problem analysis and resolution experience Experience of ALM, hedging, capital management, risk management and UK Solvency regulations (SII or SUK) and IFRS 17. Experience of model development and maintenance Qualifications Essential for the role Good progress with actuarial exams or other equivalent qualifications Partly of nearly qualified actuary or equivalent Company Benefits A Competitive Salary, Pension Scheme and Life Assurance Along with 25 Days Annual Leave plus an Additional Day on us for your Birthday Private Medical Cover and Income Protection, just in case A generous and highly achievable bonus scheme - paid annually based on individual and company performance against targets Opportunity to progress within your career both in-role and within the company FREE access to the Headspace App, a 24/7 Employee Assistance Helpline and Trained Physical & Health First Aiders (On-Site) A variety of Employee Funded Benefits available to you via our Online Benefits Portal Plus, several additional purchase options available for you and your loved ones Why Just? At Just you'll have the opportunity to develop your career, whilst making a difference to the lives of those around you. You'll be part of a company with a strong and distinctive culture - we're ambitious, curious and collaborative - and every decision we make centres around being Just and delivering the best outcomes for our customers. We're committed to building a more sustainable business, and we're working hard to make progress against our Net Zero targets. We're reducing our reliance on fossil fuels in our offices, switching to more sustainable sources of energy and we're investing more of our money in green and social assets. Valuing diversity of thought and fostering a sense of belonging is critical to our business success, driving innovation and balanced decision making. Our work on DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging) aims to deliver a brilliant employee experience underpinned by a sense of belonging, where our people feel proud to work at Just. We remain committed to our publicly disclosed HM Treasury Women in Finance Charter and Race at Work Charter targets and support a wide range of employee network and events, championing issues including intergenerational working, social mobility and neurodiversity.
National African-American Insurance Association (NAAIA)
City, London
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and collaborative environment? Join our dynamic actuarial team, where you will work closely with a diverse global client base. You will focus on casualty classes, including professional lines and liability, supporting clients ranging from small monoline accounts to large global treaties. We will count on you to: Taking ownership of complex client cases by thoughtfully analysing risk, structuring, pricing, and optimising reinsurance programs. Confidently communicating your insights and work to brokers, clients, and markets, balancing technical expertise with commercial understanding. Providing expert actuarial support across a broad portfolio of clients, with a special focus on casualty classes such as professional lines and liability. Conducting detailed portfolio analyses to uncover key drivers and pricing changes that support successful market placements. Collaborating closely with the broking team to ensure clear, consistent messaging and deliver exceptional service to clients. Proactively identifying opportunities to improve processes and enhance efficiency in actuarial tasks. Continuously growing your knowledge of actuarial methods, systems, and industry trends, while deepening your business and market awareness. What you need to have: Be a fully qualified Actuary. Reinsurance experience. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with ease. Excellent communication skills, enabling you to build meaningful relationships with clients, reinsurers, and internal stakeholders, and to present information clearly and confidently in both written and verbal formats. What makes you stand out? Knowledge of Capital & Reserving. Experience in a non life pricing environment. Specialisation in casualty classes, including professional lines and liability, particularly within the London Market, international, or US markets. Experience working in a broking environment. Why join our team: We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders. We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communities. Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well being. At Guy Carpenter, you can be your best. We work on challenges that matter with colleagues who help bring out our best. Our uniquely collaborative environment will empower you to focus on your personal and professional success, learning from top specialists in the (re)insurance industry and leading you towards a rewarding and impactful career. Guy Carpenter, a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), is a leading global risk advisory and reinsurance specialist and broker. Marsh McLennan is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit , or follow on LinkedIn and X. Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, civil partnership status, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments in accordance with applicable law to any candidate with a disability to allow them to fully participate in the recruitment process. If you have a disability that may require reasonable adjustments, please contact us at . Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office based teams will identify at least one "anchor day" per week on which their full team will be together in person.
Jan 08, 2026
Full time
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and collaborative environment? Join our dynamic actuarial team, where you will work closely with a diverse global client base. You will focus on casualty classes, including professional lines and liability, supporting clients ranging from small monoline accounts to large global treaties. We will count on you to: Taking ownership of complex client cases by thoughtfully analysing risk, structuring, pricing, and optimising reinsurance programs. Confidently communicating your insights and work to brokers, clients, and markets, balancing technical expertise with commercial understanding. Providing expert actuarial support across a broad portfolio of clients, with a special focus on casualty classes such as professional lines and liability. Conducting detailed portfolio analyses to uncover key drivers and pricing changes that support successful market placements. Collaborating closely with the broking team to ensure clear, consistent messaging and deliver exceptional service to clients. Proactively identifying opportunities to improve processes and enhance efficiency in actuarial tasks. Continuously growing your knowledge of actuarial methods, systems, and industry trends, while deepening your business and market awareness. What you need to have: Be a fully qualified Actuary. Reinsurance experience. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with ease. Excellent communication skills, enabling you to build meaningful relationships with clients, reinsurers, and internal stakeholders, and to present information clearly and confidently in both written and verbal formats. What makes you stand out? Knowledge of Capital & Reserving. Experience in a non life pricing environment. Specialisation in casualty classes, including professional lines and liability, particularly within the London Market, international, or US markets. Experience working in a broking environment. Why join our team: We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders. We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communities. Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well being. At Guy Carpenter, you can be your best. We work on challenges that matter with colleagues who help bring out our best. Our uniquely collaborative environment will empower you to focus on your personal and professional success, learning from top specialists in the (re)insurance industry and leading you towards a rewarding and impactful career. Guy Carpenter, a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), is a leading global risk advisory and reinsurance specialist and broker. Marsh McLennan is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit , or follow on LinkedIn and X. Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, civil partnership status, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments in accordance with applicable law to any candidate with a disability to allow them to fully participate in the recruitment process. If you have a disability that may require reasonable adjustments, please contact us at . Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office based teams will identify at least one "anchor day" per week on which their full team will be together in person.
Title: Senior Actuary (BPA - Pricing team) Location: Potters Bar, GB Company: CLFIS Limited Description: Job closing date: 9th January (please note we will be unable to respond to your application until the closing date) Locations: Will consider Bristol, Hertfordshire or London Office. Canada Life UK looks after the retirement, investment and protection needs of individuals, families and companies. We help to build better futures for our customers, our intermediaries and our employees by operating as a modern, agile and welcoming organisation. Part of our parent company Great-West Lifeco, Canada Life UK has operated in the United Kingdom since 1903. We have hundreds of respected and supported employees committed to doing the right thing for our customers and colleagues. Canada Life UK is transforming to create a more customer-focused business by providing our customers with expertise on financial and tax planning, offering home finance and annuities propositions, and providing collective fund solutions to third party customers. Job Purpose There is an opportunity for a qualified actuary to join the Bulk Annuity Pricing team. Successful applicants will be responsible for providing pricing recommendations and working with the wider BPA team to achieve annual new business targets. Key Accountabilities Responsible for quotations and providing pricing recommendations for bulk annuity buy-ins and buy-outs Liaising with investment front office to identify suitable assets to support bulk annuity transactions Team working with reinsurance actuaries to ensure reinsurance appropriately incorporated within quotations Reviewing legal agreements and contributing to contract negotiations with external stakeholders Supporting business development and relationship management Contributing to the development of Canada Life's pricing bases and pricing models that adhere to Canada Life's risk tolerances and are scalable for future growth Managing stakeholders and ensuring compliance with risk governance Keeping abreast of industry issues and developments to ensure the business processes and strategies are in line with the industry Provide appropriate support to managers and others to implement recommendations/facilitate change to support the requirements of the business Desired Knowledge / Experience / Skills Strong knowledge of UK Defined Benefit pensions Familiarity with bulk annuity market and products Understanding of capital modelling and profit testingExperience of managing stakeholders Strong communication skills (able to communicate technical issues to senior people including non-actuaries) Understanding and ability to implement/maintain an actuarial control framework Qualified actuary Benefits of working at Canada Life We believe in recognising and rewarding our people, so we offer a competitive salary and benefits package that's regularly reviewed. As a Canada Life UK colleague, you'll receive a competitive salary and comprehensive reward package including a generous pension and bonus scheme, along with, income protection, private medical insurance and life assurance. We have a fantastic number of other benefits and support services as well as regular personal and professional development. How we work at Canada Life Our culture is unique and incredibly important to us. We care about doing the right thing for our people, customers and community and helping others to build better futures. Our blueprint behaviours shape and influence how we work, and are central to the relationships we have with others. Every day we are encouraged to be more curious, own the outcome, face into things together and find a way forward. We want colleagues to have rewarding careers with us so we invest in the development of our people, technology and workplaces. That's why we offer a range of training, flexible working and opportunities to grow and develop. Diversity and inclusion Building an inclusive workplace with a diverse workforce where everyone can feel they belong and achieve their potential regardless of gender, ethnicity or any other characteristic is a key commitment for us. We are proud of the progress we're making in DEI, and we continue for it to be a significant focus. "At Canada Life we believe in the power of great people from different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives coming together to build better futures. Emerging talent is crucial to our growth and creating an environment that continues to inspire us all." Nick Harding, Chief People Officer, Canada Life UK We appreciate that everyone has different work and life responsibilities. We're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, including part time, for any of our roles should this be a requirement for you.
Jan 07, 2026
Full time
Title: Senior Actuary (BPA - Pricing team) Location: Potters Bar, GB Company: CLFIS Limited Description: Job closing date: 9th January (please note we will be unable to respond to your application until the closing date) Locations: Will consider Bristol, Hertfordshire or London Office. Canada Life UK looks after the retirement, investment and protection needs of individuals, families and companies. We help to build better futures for our customers, our intermediaries and our employees by operating as a modern, agile and welcoming organisation. Part of our parent company Great-West Lifeco, Canada Life UK has operated in the United Kingdom since 1903. We have hundreds of respected and supported employees committed to doing the right thing for our customers and colleagues. Canada Life UK is transforming to create a more customer-focused business by providing our customers with expertise on financial and tax planning, offering home finance and annuities propositions, and providing collective fund solutions to third party customers. Job Purpose There is an opportunity for a qualified actuary to join the Bulk Annuity Pricing team. Successful applicants will be responsible for providing pricing recommendations and working with the wider BPA team to achieve annual new business targets. Key Accountabilities Responsible for quotations and providing pricing recommendations for bulk annuity buy-ins and buy-outs Liaising with investment front office to identify suitable assets to support bulk annuity transactions Team working with reinsurance actuaries to ensure reinsurance appropriately incorporated within quotations Reviewing legal agreements and contributing to contract negotiations with external stakeholders Supporting business development and relationship management Contributing to the development of Canada Life's pricing bases and pricing models that adhere to Canada Life's risk tolerances and are scalable for future growth Managing stakeholders and ensuring compliance with risk governance Keeping abreast of industry issues and developments to ensure the business processes and strategies are in line with the industry Provide appropriate support to managers and others to implement recommendations/facilitate change to support the requirements of the business Desired Knowledge / Experience / Skills Strong knowledge of UK Defined Benefit pensions Familiarity with bulk annuity market and products Understanding of capital modelling and profit testingExperience of managing stakeholders Strong communication skills (able to communicate technical issues to senior people including non-actuaries) Understanding and ability to implement/maintain an actuarial control framework Qualified actuary Benefits of working at Canada Life We believe in recognising and rewarding our people, so we offer a competitive salary and benefits package that's regularly reviewed. As a Canada Life UK colleague, you'll receive a competitive salary and comprehensive reward package including a generous pension and bonus scheme, along with, income protection, private medical insurance and life assurance. We have a fantastic number of other benefits and support services as well as regular personal and professional development. How we work at Canada Life Our culture is unique and incredibly important to us. We care about doing the right thing for our people, customers and community and helping others to build better futures. Our blueprint behaviours shape and influence how we work, and are central to the relationships we have with others. Every day we are encouraged to be more curious, own the outcome, face into things together and find a way forward. We want colleagues to have rewarding careers with us so we invest in the development of our people, technology and workplaces. That's why we offer a range of training, flexible working and opportunities to grow and develop. Diversity and inclusion Building an inclusive workplace with a diverse workforce where everyone can feel they belong and achieve their potential regardless of gender, ethnicity or any other characteristic is a key commitment for us. We are proud of the progress we're making in DEI, and we continue for it to be a significant focus. "At Canada Life we believe in the power of great people from different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives coming together to build better futures. Emerging talent is crucial to our growth and creating an environment that continues to inspire us all." Nick Harding, Chief People Officer, Canada Life UK We appreciate that everyone has different work and life responsibilities. We're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, including part time, for any of our roles should this be a requirement for you.
Overview Are you a qualified GI actuary with extensive experience in loss reserving, looking for your next senior position with a major global insurer? Star Actuarial is currently representing an exceptional opportunity to join our client's M&A Transaction team where you will be instrumental in assessing actuarial aspects of transaction targets globally while providing actuarial support for post-deal integration. Responsibilities Manage day-to-day reserving review for transactions, delivering high quality assessments of reserve margin, drawing on large, diverse datasets and information. Predict the financial impact of deals and report to the wider M&A Transaction team alongside management, explaining broader impacts. Apply expert reserving methods within a practical setting and juggle several complex projects to meet tight deadlines. Maintain knowledge of many lines of business, including long-tailed lines. Opportunities An expert with many reserving methods within a practical setting, the successful candidate will be able to juggle several complex projects at any given time. For this reason, you must have a demonstrable track record of meeting tight deadlines. A significant, senior position within a market-leader. Additional roles Are you a qualified non-life actuary with capital modelling experience, looking for your next role within the pric ing or risk space. Star Actuarial is currently representing exceptional, wide-ranging Director and senior opportunities for non-life actuaries. Are you a qualified non-life actuary, looking for your next senior position with a major global insurer. Are you a qualified non-life actuary, looking for your next senior position within a major global insurer. Are you a qualified actuary or accountant, looking for your next opportunity in the risk space.
Jan 06, 2026
Full time
Overview Are you a qualified GI actuary with extensive experience in loss reserving, looking for your next senior position with a major global insurer? Star Actuarial is currently representing an exceptional opportunity to join our client's M&A Transaction team where you will be instrumental in assessing actuarial aspects of transaction targets globally while providing actuarial support for post-deal integration. Responsibilities Manage day-to-day reserving review for transactions, delivering high quality assessments of reserve margin, drawing on large, diverse datasets and information. Predict the financial impact of deals and report to the wider M&A Transaction team alongside management, explaining broader impacts. Apply expert reserving methods within a practical setting and juggle several complex projects to meet tight deadlines. Maintain knowledge of many lines of business, including long-tailed lines. Opportunities An expert with many reserving methods within a practical setting, the successful candidate will be able to juggle several complex projects at any given time. For this reason, you must have a demonstrable track record of meeting tight deadlines. A significant, senior position within a market-leader. Additional roles Are you a qualified non-life actuary with capital modelling experience, looking for your next role within the pric ing or risk space. Star Actuarial is currently representing exceptional, wide-ranging Director and senior opportunities for non-life actuaries. Are you a qualified non-life actuary, looking for your next senior position with a major global insurer. Are you a qualified non-life actuary, looking for your next senior position within a major global insurer. Are you a qualified actuary or accountant, looking for your next opportunity in the risk space.
Overview Are you a qualified GI actuary with management experience looking for your next career challenge? Do you relish the opportunity to deliver bespoke solutions to complex problems for a diverse client portfolio? Are you seeking to thrive within a consultancy environment? Joining a major consultancy in a wide-ranging leadership role, you will play a key role in the Actuarial & Risk team, with a primary focus on capital modelling, model validation and Solvency UK services. Responsibilities Work on a wide variety of projects including Transactions and Independent Expert assignments, Reserving and Finance Transformation. Be active in the market to develop new business, with a keen interest in generating new ideas, growing your network and taking new propositions to market. Contribute to capital modelling, model validation and Solvency UK services as part of the Actuarial & Risk team. Qualifications and Experience Qualified GI actuary with management experience. Experience across Part VII transfers, Lloyd's Statements of Actuarial Opinion and the Solvency II (or Solvency UK) Standard Formula. Open to various related roles described, including non-life actuarial positions and capital modelling expertise. Additional Roles This is an exciting role which offers the opportunity to pursue your passions both inside and outside of work. Other potential opportunities include roles described as director or senior positions within the actuarial and risk spaces.
Jan 06, 2026
Full time
Overview Are you a qualified GI actuary with management experience looking for your next career challenge? Do you relish the opportunity to deliver bespoke solutions to complex problems for a diverse client portfolio? Are you seeking to thrive within a consultancy environment? Joining a major consultancy in a wide-ranging leadership role, you will play a key role in the Actuarial & Risk team, with a primary focus on capital modelling, model validation and Solvency UK services. Responsibilities Work on a wide variety of projects including Transactions and Independent Expert assignments, Reserving and Finance Transformation. Be active in the market to develop new business, with a keen interest in generating new ideas, growing your network and taking new propositions to market. Contribute to capital modelling, model validation and Solvency UK services as part of the Actuarial & Risk team. Qualifications and Experience Qualified GI actuary with management experience. Experience across Part VII transfers, Lloyd's Statements of Actuarial Opinion and the Solvency II (or Solvency UK) Standard Formula. Open to various related roles described, including non-life actuarial positions and capital modelling expertise. Additional Roles This is an exciting role which offers the opportunity to pursue your passions both inside and outside of work. Other potential opportunities include roles described as director or senior positions within the actuarial and risk spaces.
Overview Are you a part-qualified or qualified life actuary, looking to join a global leader in consulting where you will support a wide range of client-facing projects? Then look no further! This is an exceptional opportunity to have a deep involvement in diverse workstreams including capital and financial reporting covering capital optimisation, IFRS 17 and understanding the latest regulatory changes. You will also support risk management activities, including validation, risk appetite reviews and oversight, as well as emerging practices on climate risk. In addition, you will play a key role in new business propositions and life and annuity product development including modelling, valuation analysis and strategy support, while also supporting mergers & acquisitions due diligence (including assumption reviews). With technical knowledge of Solvency II internal models, ORSA and IFRS 17, the successful candidate will possess strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong modelling skills with hands-on experience in at least one coding language (e.g., R, Python) would be an advantage. Qualifications & Experience Part-qualified or qualified life actuary with strong Solvency II reporting experience. Technical knowledge of Solvency II internal models, ORSA and IFRS 17. Experience in life and annuity product development, modelling, valuation analysis and strategy support. Experience supporting mergers & acquisitions due diligence, including assumption reviews. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Modelling skills with hands-on experience in at least one coding language (e.g., R, Python) would be an advantage. Notes Only information present in the original description is retained; unrelated lines/boilerplate fragments have been removed for clarity and compliance with formatting guidelines.
Jan 06, 2026
Full time
Overview Are you a part-qualified or qualified life actuary, looking to join a global leader in consulting where you will support a wide range of client-facing projects? Then look no further! This is an exceptional opportunity to have a deep involvement in diverse workstreams including capital and financial reporting covering capital optimisation, IFRS 17 and understanding the latest regulatory changes. You will also support risk management activities, including validation, risk appetite reviews and oversight, as well as emerging practices on climate risk. In addition, you will play a key role in new business propositions and life and annuity product development including modelling, valuation analysis and strategy support, while also supporting mergers & acquisitions due diligence (including assumption reviews). With technical knowledge of Solvency II internal models, ORSA and IFRS 17, the successful candidate will possess strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong modelling skills with hands-on experience in at least one coding language (e.g., R, Python) would be an advantage. Qualifications & Experience Part-qualified or qualified life actuary with strong Solvency II reporting experience. Technical knowledge of Solvency II internal models, ORSA and IFRS 17. Experience in life and annuity product development, modelling, valuation analysis and strategy support. Experience supporting mergers & acquisitions due diligence, including assumption reviews. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Modelling skills with hands-on experience in at least one coding language (e.g., R, Python) would be an advantage. Notes Only information present in the original description is retained; unrelated lines/boilerplate fragments have been removed for clarity and compliance with formatting guidelines.