Actuarial Analyst - Life

MAZARS UK; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking professional services network as an Actuarial Analyst in Edinburgh. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on diverse projects within the Life Actuarial team, providing valuable insights and consultancy to clients across various sectors. You will play a crucial role in financial reporting and support the development of junior staff, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. With a commitment to professional growth and a culture that values innovation, this position is perfect for a self-motivated individual eager to make a significant impact in the actuarial field.

Qualifications

• Good working knowledge of financial reporting methodology like IFRS and Solvency II.
• Experience in project management and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Support Partners and Directors in audit and consultancy work.
• Train and support junior staff and contribute to their development.

Skills

Financial Reporting Methodology

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Technical Actuarial Standards

Coaching and Mentoring

Education

Actuarial Science Degree

Job description

Actuarial Analyst - Life (4732)

Forvis Mazars cares about your career progression, offering individually designed career paths that help you pursue your interests, match your changing needs, and explore your true potential. We work with diverse, prestigious clients across a range of sectors and geographies, giving you the opportunity to constantly update and grow your skills for lifelong professional development.

About the team

The Actuarial team uses expertise in financial, risk, and capital modelling to help clients manage the complexities that are inherent in business. We use a blend of technical and commercial expertise to provide insight, assurance and enable effective decision-making by business leaders. You will serve regional, national, and international companies of all sizes and structures, combining your skills with the right actuarial and non-actuarial team members for every engagement.

About the role

We are looking for a talented Actuarial Analyst to join the Life Actuarial team for our newly formed team in Edinburgh.

This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in a wide range of projects and roles, across both the Actuarial Team and wider Financial Services Consulting Team, to add value to a fast-growing UK business. Supporting the Partners and Directors, this role will include external audit during the financial reporting season and a variety of actuarial and insurance consultancy work throughout the year. Experience in the following is desired:

• Good working knowledge of financial reporting methodology e.g., IFRS, Solvency II, UK GAAP.
• Support the development of new ideas to maintain existing business and grow new business.
• Developed project management skills, stakeholder management, and on-time delivery.
• Working knowledge of Technical Actuarial Standards.
• Contribute to the development of actuarial trainees (Actuarial Technicians) through coaching and motivation.
• Foster an inclusive work environment where learning, growth, and contribution are valued.

About you

We seek a self-starting, positive, and driven individual who is a confident communicator and comfortable interacting with clients regularly. The role involves training and supporting junior staff, dealing with ambiguity, problem-solving, and self-direction.

About Forvis Mazars

Forvis Mazars is a leading professional services network operating under a single brand worldwide, with two main entities: Forvis Mazars LLP in the US and Forvis Mazars Group SC, operating in over 100 countries. We are committed to delivering exceptional client service across audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services, and to advancing sustainability and social responsibility initiatives globally.

Our diverse, multicultural team values ownership, involvement, and innovation. We foster an inclusive culture that supports personal and professional growth, teamwork, and impactful contributions. We aim to make our recruitment process accessible and inclusive—please contact us to discuss any accommodations needed.

Visit forvismazars.com/uk to learn more.