Actuarial Analyst

The Cigna Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health insurance provider in Dubai is seeking an Actuarial Analyst to support risk analysis and pricing strategies. The role involves providing insights and building dashboards while collaborating with stakeholders to drive strategic decisions. Ideal candidates should possess a graduate degree and 2-3 years in an actuarial role, with proficiency in data analytics tools. The position values analytical passion and professional growth within the financial and health insurance sectors.

Qualifications

• 2 - 3 years prior experience working in an actuarial role preferred.
• A deep passion for analytics, technology, and price optimization, with proven experience.
• Continued pursuit of professional qualifications will be viewed favorably.

Responsibilities

• Support global actuarial deliverables, reporting, audits, and reviews.
• Provide regular insights on key metrics to stakeholders.
• Support the Actuarial forecasting process quarterly.
• Build dashboards for strategic business decisions.
• Present updates to wider business stakeholders.

Skills

Data analytics and predictive modelling

Problem solving and critical thinking

Strong business and financial acumen

Exceptional team working skills

Excellent English verbal and written skills

Education

Graduate degree in Finance, Mathematics, Actuarial, Statistics or closely related field

Partially qualified actuary with ongoing exams preferred

Tools

R

Alteryx

Tableau

Microsoft suite programs

Job description

Overview

Cigna’s Global Individual Health (GIH) business is a leader in providing international health insurance to expatriates and other globally mobile individuals. The Actuarial team plays a key role in this success, and they are now looking to recruit an Actuarial Analyst to join the team in Dubai during an exciting time of strategic change. This role reports directly into the Actuarial Manager for GIH and involves supporting fundamental risk analysis, pricing, and consultative actuarial responsibilities.

Candidate must have prior experience in an analytical role, preferably within the Health Insurance sector. They should a high level of financial acumen and be able to support projects that require extensive analysis, problem solving and documentation. Must have the ability to make effective decisions based on strong knowledge of all financial and risk implications, both internal and external. Strong written and verbal presentation skills is a must.

Critical Tasks and Expected Contributions / Results

• Support required global actuarial deliverables, reporting, audits, and reviews
• Analysis of portfolio and providing regular insights on key metrics to stakeholders
• Support the Actuarial forecasting process on a quarterly basis
• Help build necessary dashboards to support key strategic business decisions
• Present regularly to wider business stakeholders using both visual and verbal updates
• Be market aware; understand the competition, the environment and customer needs

Skills Required

• Data analytics and predictive modelling
• Problem solving and critical thinking
• Strong business and financial acumen
• Proficient in R, Alteryx, Tableau, and other Microsoft suite programs is preferred
• Exceptional team working skills
• Excellent English verbal and written skills

Education and Other Requirements

• A graduate degree in Finance, Mathematics, Actuarial, Statistics, Engineering, or closely related field
• Partially qualified actuary with ongoing exams preferred.
• 2 - 3 years prior experience working in actuarial role preferred
• A deep passion for analytics, technology, and price optimization, with proven experience
• Continued pursuit of professional qualifications and continued development will be viewed favorably

About Cigna Healthcare

Cigna Healthcare, a division of The Cigna Group, is an advocate for better health through every stage of life. We guide our customers through the health care system, empowering them with the information and insight they need to make the best choices for improving their health and vitality. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.