Actuarial Analyst

The Cigna Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Actuarial Analyst to join their dynamic team in Dubai. This exciting role involves supporting fundamental risk analysis, pricing, and consultative actuarial responsibilities during a time of strategic change. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a high level of financial acumen, and the ability to make informed decisions based on comprehensive risk assessments. If you are passionate about analytics and eager to contribute to impactful projects, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in an actuarial role preferred.
• Partially qualified actuary with ongoing exams preferred.
• Deep passion for analytics and price optimization.

Responsibilities

• Support global actuarial deliverables and reporting.
• Analyze portfolio and provide insights on key metrics.
• Help build dashboards for strategic business decisions.

Skills

Data analytics and predictive modelling

Problem solving and critical thinking

Strong business and financial acumen

Proficient in R

Proficient in Alteryx

Proficient in Tableau

Exceptional team working skills

Education

Graduate degree in Finance

Graduate degree in Mathematics

Graduate degree in Actuarial Science

Graduate degree in Statistics

Graduate degree in Engineering

Tools

R

Alteryx

Tableau

Microsoft Suite

Job description

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

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.