FP&A Analyst

Jobtailor; Greater London; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks an FP&A/Actuarial Analyst to lead quarterly profitability analysis on the MAXIS portfolio and compare results to budgets and forecasts. The role involves analyzing financial metrics, KPIs, and business drivers, plus forecasting and scenario modelling to propose corrective actions in coordination with technical teams.

The candidate will perform ad-hoc deep-dive analyses, support strategic initiatives with financial modelling, and assist in reserves calculations for claims and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mathematics, Actuarial Sciences or Statistics.
• 2-3 years FP&A or actuarial experience, or 1-2 years at top-tier consulting.
• Strong proficiency in Excel.
• Familiarity with Python or R is a plus.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Run quarterly profitability analysis on MAXIS portfolio.
• Compare actual results against budgets and forecasts.
• Analyse key financial metrics, KPIs, and business drivers.
• Forecasting and historical series analysis with corrective actions.
• Support strategic initiatives with financial modelling and scenario analysis.
• Conduct ad-hoc deep-dive financial analyses to aid decisions.
• Calculate and review reserves for outstanding claims and policy liabilities.
• Develop and manage technical features of MAXIS products.
• Support relationships with AXA and MetLife on technical initiatives.

Skills

FP&A

Actuarial

Excel

Python

R

English

Education

Master's degree in Mathematics

Actuarial Sciences

Statistics

Tools

Excel

Python

R

Job description

• Run quarterly profitability analysis on MAXIS portfolio
• Perform analysis to compare actual results against budgets and forecasts
• Analyse key financial metrics, operational KPIs, and business drivers
• Conduct forecasting and historical series analysis to propose corrective actions to specific technical issues detected in the portfolio, in full alignment with other technical departments
• Support strategic initiatives by providing financial modelling and scenario analysis
• Conduct ad-hoc deep-dive financial analysis to support decision-making
• Calculate and review reserves for outstanding claims and policy liabilities
• Development and management of technical features of MAXIS products
• Support in the relationship with AXA / MetLife about technical initiatives

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Mathematics, Actuarial Sciences, Statistics or equivalent discipline
• 2-3 years of experience in FP&A or actuarial role, equivalently 1-2 years of experience in a top-tier consulting firm; any other relevant position is considered
• Strong proficiency in Excel
• Familiarity with programming languages (Python, R) is a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities
• Detail oriented and proactive approach
• Willingness to work and ambition to grow in a dynamic and international environment
• Quick learner, proactive and enthusiast
• Fluency in English is required; French or any other language is a plus

Core Competencies

Demonstrates strong analytical capabilities in financial modeling, profitability analysis, and forecasting, with a focus on supporting strategic initiatives and decision-making. Proficient in Excel and familiar with programming languages such as Python and R, with a strong foundation in Mathematics or Actuarial Sciences.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Financial Analysis
• Profitability Analysis
• Excel Proficiency
• Forecasting
• Analytical Skills

Hard Skills

• Financial Modelling
• Scenario Analysis
• KPI Analysis
• Statistical Analysis
• Reserves Calculation
• Technical Feature Development

Soft Skills

• Communication Skills
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Detail Oriented
• Proactive Approach
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Mathematics
• Actuarial Sciences
• Statistics

Industry Keywords

• FP&A
• Actuarial Role
• Consulting Firm
• AXA
• MetLife

Tools & Technologies

• Excel
• Python
• R