Senior Analyst, Actuarial Consulting

AU019 Mercer Consulting (Australia) Pty Ltd; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

AU019 Mercer Consulting (Australia) Pty Ltd – Melbourne VIC is seeking a Senior Analyst for the Actuarial Consulting team within Marsh Investments and Retirement. This hybrid role can be based in Melbourne or Sydney and requires working at least three days a week in the office.

You will deliver client-ready actuarial work across superannuation and life insurance, including valuation reports, funding investigations, and pricing reviews, while supporting junior colleagues and contributing to

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in technical actuarial work, preferably 3+ years.
• Strong communication with an inclusive and collaborative mindset.
• Pursuit of actuarial professional qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver client ready work within agreed timeframes, delegating to and checking Analysts’ work as appropriate
• Prepare Actuarial Funding Investigations and Financial Condition Reports.
• Prepare calculations specific to accounting and/or APRA standards for regulatory reporting and financial statement preparation.
• Undertake general actuarial modelling, spreadsheet modelling and valuation calculations to support insights that necessitate data-driven decision-making.
• Respond to queries and requests from clients, including participation in client meetings.
• Support consulting projects in product, strategy, retirement incomes and insurance in super.
• Support broader business initiatives during non-peak periods, such as internal efficiency improvements and intellectual capital development.

Skills

Actuarial experience

Communication

Actuarial credentials

Tools

VBA

Job description

AU019 Mercer Consulting (Australia) Pty Ltd – Melbourne VIC

Full time

Hybrid

6d ago , from Marsh & McLennan Companies MMC

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Actuarial Consulting team within Marsh Investments and Retirement. This role can be based in Melbourne or Sydney. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.

As aSenior Analyst,you will support delivery of a range ofActuarial projects across superannuation (both defined benefit and defined contribution) and life insurance within superannuation, which include preparation of actuarial valuation reports, benefits modelling, strategy and retirement income projects, capital projections, and group insurance pricing reviews.

You will have the opportunity to work alongside Marsh’s leading Actuarial consultants to solve issues including business sustainability and efficiency, competitive product offerings, and retirement income strategies. You will work with team members on client deliverables, provide input to business development activities, and provide support to junior colleagues.

We will count on you to:

• Deliver client ready work within agreed timeframes, delegating to and checking Analysts’ work as appropriate
• Prepare Actuarial Funding Investigations and Financial Condition Reports.
• Prepare calculations specific to accounting and/or APRA standards for regulatory reporting and financial statement preparation.
• Undertake general actuarial modelling, spreadsheet modelling and valuation calculations to support insights that necessitate data-driven decision-making.
• Respond to queries and requests from clients, including participation in client meetings.
• Support consulting projects in product, strategy, retirement incomes and insurance in super.
• Support broader business initiatives during non-peak periods, such as internal efficiency improvements and intellectual capital development.

What you need to have:

• Demonstrated experience in technical actuarial work, preferably 3+ years
• Strong communication with an inclusive and collaborative mindset
• Pursuit of actuarial professional qualifications

If you have a strong client focus, like to solve complex problems, have a keen eye for detail and have a passion for creating better lives, then we need you to help superannuation funds, employers and insurers navigate some of the biggest challenges of our time.

What makes you stand out:

• Experience in a consulting or superannuation environment
• VBA or other programming skill proficiency

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.

We provide you with:

• Exam and study assistance so you can pursue your actuarial certification
• Ad hoc and structured flexible working arrangements to support commitments outside of work
• An inclusive culture with a range of colleague networks such as PRIDE, Women @ Marsh and Marsh Cares
• 'Dress to suit' your day, whether you’re in the office or working remotely (more an expectation than provision)
• Collaborative team environment with regular social activities
• Initiatives and financial reimbursements to help you manage your health and wellness
• One day of paid volunteer leave a year with matching of donations through our Social Impact platform
• Potential opportunities to pursue a global career

Applications will only be considered from candidates who have the appropriate approval to work in Australia. Successful applicants will be required to complete a Criminal & Bankruptcy check prior to commencement of employment.

About Marsh:

Marsh (NYSE: MRSH) is a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marsh.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.