Senior Actuary

ENGINEERINGUK; Stratford-upon-Avon; Hybrid; GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning company seeks a Senior Actuary to shape reserving strategies and deliver insights to stakeholders. This pivotal role involves leading a team, managing the quarterly reserving process, and ensuring regulatory compliance. With a flexible hybrid working model, you'll enjoy 60% homeworking and 40% in the office. The ideal candidate is a fully qualified actuary with a strong background in General Insurance Reserving, exceptional analytical skills, and proficiency in relevant software. Join a supportive and inclusive workplace that values diversity and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Annual bonus up to 25%

Contributory pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Family Friendly policies

Private medical insurance

Access to savings and gym contributions

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Fully qualified actuary with significant experience in General Insurance Reserving.
• Proficiency in reserving software ResQ, SQL, and Excel required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the quarterly reserving process and manage a team of actuaries.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and contribute to company-wide projects.

Skills

General Insurance Reserving

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Actuarial Judgment

Education

Honours Degree (2:1 or above)

FIA or FFA Qualification

Tools

ResQ

SQL

Excel

Job description

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Employer: NFU Mutual

Location: Stratford-upon-Avon

Salary: Up to £90,000 + 25% annual bonus + PMI + benefits package

Closing date: 1 Jun 2025

Highlights

• Join an award-winning company, including "Which?" Insurance Brand of the Year 2024 and Gallup's Exceptional Place to Work 2023
• Hybrid role with 60% homeworking and 40% in Stratford-upon-Avon
• Join our exceptional Reserving Team

About the role

As a Senior Actuary, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping reserving strategies and delivering insights to senior stakeholders. Reporting to the Head of GI Reserving, you'll lead the quarterly reserving process, manage a team of actuaries and analysts, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. You will also be the primary contact for external stakeholders and contribute to company-wide projects, process improvements, and cross-department collaboration.

This role is based at our Tiddington Head Office, with flexible working arrangements supporting up to 80% remote work.

About you

You should be a fully qualified actuary with significant experience in General Insurance Reserving, strong technical skills, leadership ability, and excellent stakeholder management. Proficiency in reserving software ResQ, SQL, and Excel is required. You will have a relevant degree, FIA or FFA qualification, and a proven track record in actuarial judgment and decision-making.

Additional requirements

• Honours degree (2:1 or above) in a relevant field
• Fully qualified Actuary (FIA or FFA)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of industry developments and regulatory frameworks
• Experience with actuarial techniques and software

Our commitments

We support an inclusive workplace, value diversity, and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are a Disability Confident Employer and a signatory to various diversity charters.

Benefits and Rewards

• Salary up to £90,000
• Annual bonus up to 25%
• Contributory pension scheme
• Generous holiday allowance and buy/sell scheme
• Family Friendly policies
• Private medical insurance
• Access to savings, gym contributions, health plans, and employee discounts

Working at NFU Mutual

We are a leading UK insurance and financial services provider with over 110 years of customer focus. Recognized as a Gallup Exceptional Workplace and other awards, we foster a supportive environment for growth, recognition, and community engagement.

Apply now to join our team in Stratford-upon-Avon.

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