Head of Risk & Qualified Actuary

MERJE; England; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A top insurance consulting firm is seeking a Qualified Actuary to take on the Head of Risk responsibilities. You'll lead the Risk function, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while overseeing a team of Actuaries and Risk professionals. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in risk management and be comfortable managing stakeholder relationships. This position offers a hybrid working model with a 50/50 split between office and home-based work.

Qualifications

• Qualified Actuary with experience in Life or General Insurance.
• Strong background in 2nd/3rd line Risk functions.
• Deep understanding of Solvency II regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Risk function and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Manage a team of Actuaries and Risk professionals.
• Present risk assessments to senior stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership in Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Regulatory Knowledge

Risk Assessment

Education

Qualified Actuary

Job description

MERJE are working with a leading Insurance client who are recuriting a Qualified Actuary to take on the Head of Risk responsibilities.

You will be leading the Risk function in providing a thorough oversight across a range of risks facing the business. This will therefore lead on to ensuring regulatory standards are met as well as maintaining internal requirements.

This opportunity will involve leading a team of fellow Actuaries and Risk professionals.

• Qualified Actuary - open on either Life or GI (or consultancy)
• Thorough and comprehensive 2nd / 3rd line Risk background
• Solvency II and other regulatory metrics
• Ability to manage and subsequently present to senior stakeholders across multiple areas and products.

Hybrid working - 50/50 split on office and home based working