Senior Actuarial Change Manager

Oliver James; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist benefits provider in Greater London seeks a Lead Actuary to spearhead strategic change initiatives within finance and underwriting. This role involves managing cross-functional teams, providing expert actuarial input, and fostering collaboration across departments. The ideal candidate is a qualified actuary with a strong background in pricing and risk management, excellent communication skills, and a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong post-qualification experience required.
• Experience in pricing, reserving, or risk management.
• Ability to mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate key projects to achieve successful outcomes.
• Support and guide team members to develop their skills.
• Provide expert input to influence business decisions.

Skills

Qualified actuary

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Actuarial modeling

Analytical skills

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