Actuarial Director

Eden Scott; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid working model

Mentoring opportunities

Job summary

A specialist pensions consultancy in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Actuarial Director to lead and innovate within a growing team. The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of the UK pensions market, proven leadership skills, and the ability to manage client relationships effectively. This role offers autonomy in shaping client strategies and mentoring talent, with a highly competitive benefits package. A hybrid working model is also available.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Actuary with a current Scheme Actuary Practicing Certificate.
• Proven leadership and people management experience required.
• Must have a strong understanding of industry trends and the UK DB pensions market.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic client relationships, ensuring high-quality delivery.
• Drive business development and grow your client portfolio.
• Manage and develop actuarial staff, including recruitment and performance.

Skills

Qualified Actuary

Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Business Development

Deep expertise in UK DB pensions market

Education

Qualified Scheme Actuary Practicing Certificate

IF7 qualifications

Job description

An award winning pensions consultancy have a unique opportunity for an Actuarial Director to join its growing pensions team. This is a rare opportunity for a qualified Scheme Actuary to take on a senior leadership role within a forward-thinking firm that values innovation, collaboration, and client excellence. As Actuarial Director, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping client strategy, driving business growth, and mentoring actuarial talent. You’ll be part of a team that delivers a wide range of advisory services, with the autonomy to lead and innovate. This position is based in Glasgow City Centre working hybrid.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic client relationships, ensuring high-quality delivery and commercial alignment
• Drive business development, contribute to planning, and grow your client portfolio
• Manage and develop actuarial staff, including recruitment, performance, and career progression

To be considered you must be qualified Actuary with a current Scheme Actuary Practicing Certificate (or a willingness to apply in the future), have a deep expertise in the UK DB pensions market and actuarial landscape. Proven leadership and people management experience and commercially astute with a strong understanding of industry trends. You’ll be driven, committed and enjoy exceeding client expectations. IF7 qualifications is preferable.

Benefits

A highly attractive package is available to the successful individual. Please do not hesitate to get in touch by clicking apply for a confidential discussion with Alison Curran prior to progressing or applying.

Additional information

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Eden Scott is a specialist within Financial Services recruitment including positions within large Wealth Management or Financial Planning organisations to small consultancies.