Pension Funds Actuary | Leading Belgian Insurance Group

Sander Brussels

Antwerpen

On-site

EUR 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Sander Brussels seeks an experienced Actuary for Pension Funds & Employee Benefits in Antwerp. You will own a client portfolio, lead actuarial valuations, funding decisions, and IFRS/IAS reporting while advising on ALM and regulatory matters.

The role emphasizes autonomy, strong client relationships, and collaboration across departments to deliver complex actuarial projects for major Belgian pension funds and large corporate employers.

Qualifications

Master's degree in Actuarial Science or quantitative field.
5–10 years of relevant experience in pensions, benefits, or actuarial consultancy.
Fluent in Dutch with good professional knowledge of French.
Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Act as business owner for a portfolio of pension fund and corporate clients.
Manage actuarial valuations, funding monitoring and reporting.
Prepare IFRS/IAS calculations and reports.
Translate actuarial analyses into clear client recommendations.
Develop long-term client relationships and lead projects.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Autonomy

Client relations

Education

Master's degree in Actuarial Science

Equivalent quantitative field

Job description

For one of our clients, we are currently looking for an experienced Actuary Pension Funds & Employee Benefits to join its team in Antwerp.

Our client is a leading Belgian specialist in pension funds and Employee Benefits, providing actuarial and advisory services to major Belgian pension funds and large corporate employers. The organization combines the entrepreneurial and close-knit environment of an established specialist firm with the resources, expertise and stability of a major player in the Belgian insurance market. With a strong reputation in the field of pensions and Employee Benefits, the company supports its clients across a broad range of actuarial and strategic topics, including pension fund management, funding, ALM, IFRS/IAS, pension plan design and regulatory matters.

As an Actuary Pension Funds & Employee Benefits, you will take responsibility for a portfolio of clients, primarily composed of pension funds and large corporate organizations. You will act as a trusted actuarial advisor and business owner for your clients, combining strong technical expertise with a clear understanding of their financial, strategic and regulatory challenges. The role offers broad exposure to pension fund management, Employee Benefits, funding strategies, ALM, accounting and regulatory developments, while allowing you to take ownership of client relationships and complex actuarial projects.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the business owner for a portfolio of pension fund and corporate clients.
Manage the actuarial aspects of pension funds, including actuarial valuations, reporting, funding monitoring and actuarial advice.
Perform actuarial calculations and analyses relating to pension schemes and Employee Benefits.
Prepare IFRS/IAS calculations and reports.
Assess the impact of changes to pension schemes and specific client situations.
Ensure accurate and clear documentation of actuarial processes and methodologies.
Advise clients on funding plans, SIPs, ALM, continuity testing and reinsurance.
Support the design and implementation of new pension schemes and changes to existing pension plans.
Advise clients on the impact of new pension legislation and FSMA circulars.
Contribute to complex projects involving M&A, the Belgian 80% rule, single status and other regulatory or strategic developments.
Translate complex actuarial analyses into clear and practical recommendations for clients.
Act as a trusted point of contact for your portfolio of clients.
Develop long-term relationships based on expertise, reliability and a strong client focus.
Understand the specific needs and challenges of each client and adapt your advice accordingly.
Present actuarial analyses and recommendations in a clear and structured manner.
Work closely with clients and internal stakeholders to ensure high-quality delivery of projects.
Provide a critical and analytical review of actuarial processes and methodologies.
Identify opportunities to improve the quality and efficiency of internal processes.
Contribute to the development and documentation of best practices.
Share your expertise and collaborate with colleagues from different departments.
Participate in projects aimed at continuously improving the organization’s actuarial services.

Requirements

You hold a Master's degree in Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Business Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science or an equivalent quantitative field.
You have 5 to 10 years of relevant professional experience, ideally within pension funds, Employee Benefits, actuarial consulting, Life insurance or a similar environment.
You have a strong understanding of Belgian pension schemes and actuarial principles.
You have experience with topics such as IFRS/IAS, funding, ALM, pension plan design and regulatory developments.
You have a strong analytical and critical mindset and are comfortable working with complex actuarial topics.
You are able to communicate complex ideas in a clear and structured manner, both verbally and in writing.
You have strong interpersonal skills and enjoy working with colleagues across different departments.
You have a strong sense of responsibility and are capable of working autonomously, while effectively organizing priorities and managing several projects.
You are naturally client-oriented and able to establish relationships of trust with professional clients.
You are a collaborative team player who enjoys sharing knowledge and contributing to a positive team environment.
You are fluent in Dutch and have a good professional knowledge of French.