Senior Insurance Actuary

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Insurance Actuary to contribute to their actuarial and risk management functions. Operating on a hybrid model from our Derby office, this role is critical for developing pricing models, reserving calculations, and providing strategic insights into financial risks. You will play a key part in ensuring the long-term financial health and solvency of the company. This is an exceptional opportunity for an accomplished actuary to make a significant impact within the Derbyshire insurance market and influence key business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and refine actuarial models for pricing, reserving, and capital management.
• Perform complex mathematical and statistical analyses to assess financial risks and opportunities.
• Prepare and present actuarial reports and recommendations to senior management and regulatory bodies.
• Collaborate with underwriting, claims, and finance teams to provide actuarial expertise and support.
• Mentor junior actuaries and contribute to the continuous improvement of actuarial processes and methodologies.

Requirements

• Fellowship or near-fellowship of a recognized actuarial society (e.g., Institute and Faculty of Actuaries).
• Significant experience in an actuarial role within the insurance industry, preferably general insurance.
• Expertise in statistical modeling, data analysis, and actuarial software.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex actuarial concepts to non-technical audiences in Derby .

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-related bonus scheme.
• Hybrid working arrangement providing work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous pension contributions.
• Support for continuing professional development and attendance at actuarial conferences.