Senior Actuarial Change Manager

Oliver James; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist benefits provider in the UK is seeking a Lead Actuary to drive strategic initiatives within finance and underwriting. This role requires a qualified actuary with strong leadership skills and experience in pricing and risk management. You will mentor junior staff, manage cross-functional teams, and ensure effective communication with stakeholders to enhance operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Qualified actuary with strong post-qualification experience.
• Background in pricing, reserving, or risk management.
• Proven leadership and team management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate key projects to achieve successful outcomes.
• Communicate progress, risks, and results to senior leadership.
• Foster collaboration across different teams and departments.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Actuarial modeling

Problem-solving

Education

Qualified actuary

Tools

GLM software

Job description

Lead strategic change initiatives within finance and underwriting for a specialist benefits provider. Provide senior actuarial input on pricing and risk, manage cross-functional teams, ensure governance, and communicate with senior stakeholders. Drive process improvements, mentor junior staff, and build strong business relationships to support growth and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate key projects to achieve successful outcomes
• Communicate progress, risks, and results to senior leadership
• Support and guide team members to develop their skills
• Provide expert input to influence business decisions and strategies
• Foster collaboration across different teams and departments
• Drive continuous improvement and adapt to change proactively

About You

• Qualified actuary with strong post-qualification experience
• Background in pricing, reserving, or risk management
• Skilled in actuarial modeling and relevant software (GLM experience preferred)
• Proven leadership and team management abilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proactive mindset with a focus on driving change and delivering results
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities