Nearly/ Newly Qualified Actuary

Oliver James; Dorking; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Solid training

Chances to rotate across teams

Job summary

A leading insurer in the UK is looking for a nearly or newly qualified Actuary to join their Actuarial Risk and Capital team. This mid-senior level role involves data analysis, mentoring junior actuaries, and participating in change projects. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and some knowledge of UK regulatory requirements. The company is known for excellent career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1-2 exams to go or up to 3 years post-qualification in an actuarial role.
• Good knowledge of UK regulatory requirements.
• Ability to coach and mentor junior actuaries.
• Coach and mentor actuarial students.
• Knowledge of Solvency II and UK regulation.

Responsibilities

• Analyse demographic and economic data.
• Calibrate capital stresses for the internal model.
• Get involved in change and capital projects.
• Present findings to senior managers.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of Solvency II

Interest in learning

UK regulatory knowledge

Demographic and economic data analysis

Mentoring

Capital modelling

Education

Nearly or newly qualified Actuary

Job description

A leading insurer is looking for a nearly or newly qualified Actuary to join their Actuarial Risk and Capital team. If you're someone who thrives in a supportive, collaborative environment where you can take ownership but still have plenty of team support, this could be a great fit.

Visa sponsorship not available for this position.

What you’ll be doing

You’ll analyse demographic and economic data, use your actuarial judgement to help set assumptions, calibrate capital stresses for the internal model, and report on the findings. You’ll also get involved in change and capital projects and have opportunities to coach and mentor actuarial students.

Who they’re after

Someone nearly qualified (1‑2 exams to go) or newly qualified (up to 3 years post‑qualification).

If you’re from GI or Pensions and want to switch to Life insurance, that’s welcome – this client has had great success with people making this move.

Already in Life insurance? Group risk experience might offer a fresh perspective.

Good knowledge of Solvency II and UK regulatory requirements.

Strong communication skills to support junior actuaries and present clearly to senior managers.

A keen interest in learning, challenging methodologies, and delivering across different tasks.

Salary

Salary will depend on your exam progression and experience.

About the business

Oliver James has partnered with this firm for a long time, and the feedback from candidates is consistently excellent, especially around career development and progression. The business offers solid training and chances to rotate across teams, helping you build a well‑rounded view of the business. Line managers are known for being hands‑on with development, dedicating time to upskill their teams – which explains why people stay for the long term.

If you want to find out more before applying, you can reach out to me directly at [e-mail] to arrange a quick chat and see if this role fits what you’re looking for.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Finance

Industries

• Insurance