Pricing Actuary

Unum; Dorking; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Unum, a specialist employee benefits provider, seeks a Pricing Actuary to join their team. The role involves managing pricing, offering expertise to various business units, and requires strong communication skills. Ideal candidates have significant actuarial experience and are proficient in Python or R, contributing to a dynamic team in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Generous Performance Based Incentive

Private Medical Insurance

Generous Pension contributions

Life and income insurance

Access to remote GP, nutrition coaching, personal training

27 days holiday with options

Salary sacrifice electric car scheme

Qualifications

• Student or ex-student actuary with a high number of actuarial exam passes.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage competing demands effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage pricing, reserve support, and reporting.
• Liaise with various business units, providing insights.
• Communicate technical information to diverse audiences.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Numerical proficiency

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Actuarial qualifications

Tools

Python

R

Job description

time left to apply End Date: June 20, 2025 (8 days left to apply)

job requisition id 831548

Job Posting End Date: June 19

Who are we?

We’re a specialist employee benefits provider, striving to create healthy, happy workplaces. As part of the international Unum Group, we’re on a collective mission to help the working world thrive.

The role

What will you be doing?

Pricing Actuary

Location: Hybrid, minimum 2 days a week with minimum 1 day in Dorking. Other day(s) could be in Dorking, Basingstoke or London.

We’re a specialist, market-leading employee benefits provider – with an ambitious future.

Unum UK are looking for a nearly or newly qualified Actuary with pricing experience to join our team. We would like this person to be technically strong, as well as an excellent communicator. Experience with Python or R would be an advantage.

Our Actuarial teams manage the pricing, reserve support and reporting for our businesses. We have a robust development program that provides a rich learning environment for all levels, Actuarial Consultants are expected to move between functions & develop competence in the different Actuarial areas.

We are seeking a dynamic individual to own Actuarial tasks and provide comprehensive insights to Actuarial and Senior Management, understanding the broader business implications. This role involves proactively liaising with various business units, offering expertise and guidance, and leading thought leadership in areas of expertise. The ideal candidate will communicate confidently and effectively on technical topics to diverse audiences, influencing cross-functional business decision-making.

What will you bring?

What will you bring?

• Student or ex-student actuary with a high number of actuarial examination passes/significant experience.
• Highly numerate.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise with business stakeholders.
• Motivated, enthusiastic and inquisitive.
• The ability to work under pressure, managing own time to meet tight deadlines and managing competing and conflicting demands within your workload

Our Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Generous Performance Based Incentive
• Private Medical Insurance
• Generous Pension contributions
• Life and income insurance
• Access to remote GP, nutrition coaching, personal training, unlimited mental health support, and medical second opinion
• 27 days holiday with the option to buy and sell up to 5 days (plus Bank Holidays)
• Salary sacrifice electric car scheme with free on-site electric chargers

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Why join us?

At Unum, we’ve created a workplace where people feel supported to progress and grow, and can see their ambitions coming to life.

We’ve built a supportive, inclusive environment where you can be yourself, whilst also being part of a growing organisation. From charity and volunteer opportunities to career growth, your possibilities are endless.

If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail] .

Company:

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