LIFE ACTUARY (US PRODUCTS) – BIG FOUR – BERMUDA – 10% TAX – HR105
About this opportunity
Our client serves over 50% of the largest life reinsurers in Bermuda. To support their position in this market, the firm are looking for an exceptional candidate for their Actuarial Services team, providing actuarial services to our life (re)insurance clients, as well supporting the development of new relationships and service offerings.
The successful candidate will support the growth of the actuarial consulting practice through leading the delivery of important client engagements, managing junior team members and supporting the leadership team to identify new opportunities to support clients. The Senior Manager level position will suit an experienced, goal-oriented actuary, with a strong track record of executing challenging projects.
Growing as a strategic advisor, you leverage your influence, expertise, and network to deliver quality results. You motivate and coach others, coming together to solve complex problems. As you increase in autonomy, you apply sound judgment, recognising when to take action and when to escalate. You are expected to solve through complexity, ask thoughtful questions, and clearly communicate how things fit together. Your ability to develop and sustain high performing, diverse, and inclusive teams, and your commitment to excellence, contributes to the success of the firm.
Responsibilities will include and are not limited to:
Providing actuarial advisory and consulting services for life reinsurers, covering risk and capital modelling, model validation, regulatory advice and other actuarial projects
Leading the execution of projects, from project kick-off through to completion, with minimal input required from Directors or Partners. This will involve leading more junior members of staff and resolving issues which prevent the team from working effectively
Maintaining knowledge of industry, market, and competition; anticipate external market trends, internal and client needs
Providing training and coaching to junior staff members, recognise their strengths, and encourage them to take ownership of their personal development
Working directly with clients and other company network firms with minimal senior oversight
Support the leadership team with business development activities in the life (re)insurance market in Bermuda
What you’ll need
Fellow of the Institute of Actuaries or Society of Actuaries or equivalent with at least 7-9 years practicing experience in the life (re)insurance sector
Extensive US GAAP and IFRS experience across a wide range of life (re)insurance products, especially as pertaining to US products
Practical experience of capital modelling and/or ERM is required
Experience in building and maintaining client relationships (can be internal clients for those from non-consulting backgrounds)
Exceptional communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Experience with the Bermuda regulatory market, or with similar regulators in other jurisdictions would be an asset
Ability to work under pressure and manage several ongoing projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines
Experience with leading teams and in people management, including coaching and developing staff, and defining resource requirements and project workflows
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required
How to apply
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