Senior Actuary (Director)

Eden Scott; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Eden Scott is recruiting an Actuarial Director in Glasgow to lead a growing pensions team. You will shape client strategy, drive business growth, and mentor actuarial talent within a collaborative, innovative firm.

Qualified actuary with Scheme Actuary Practising Certificate and UK DB pensions expertise are essential. The role involves senior leadership, client engagement, and staff development in a hybrid working setup.

Qualifications

• Qualified Actuary with current Scheme Actuary Practising Certificate is required.
• Deep expertise in the UK DB pensions market and actuarial landscape.
• Proven leadership and people management experience.
• Commercially astute with a strong understanding of industry trends.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic client relationships with high-quality delivery and commercial alignment.
• Drive business development, planning, and growth of client portfolio.
• Manage and develop actuarial staff, including recruitment and career progression.

Skills

Leadership

Client relations

Business development

Mentoring

Strategic planning

Education

Qualified Actuary

Scheme Actuary Practising Certificate

Job description

An award winning pensions consultancy have a unique opportunity for an Actuarial Director to join its growing pensions team. This is a rare opportunity for a qualified Scheme Actuary to take on a senior leadership role within a forward-thinking firm that values innovation, collaboration, and client excellence. As Actuarial Director, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping client strategy, driving business growth, and mentoring actuarial talent. You’ll be part of a team that delivers a wide range of advisory services, with the autonomy to lead and innovate. This position is based in Glasgow City Centre working hybrid.

Responsibilities:

• Lead strategic client relationships, ensuring high-quality delivery and commercial alignment
• Drive business development, contribute to planning, and grow your client portfolio
• Manage and develop actuarial staff, including recruitment, performance, and career progression

To be considered you must be qualified Actuary with a current Scheme Actuary Practicing Certificate (or a willingness to apply in the future), have a deep expertise in the UK DB pensions market and actuarial landscape. Proven leadership and people management experience and commercially astute with a strong understanding of industry trends. You’ll be driven, committed and enjoy exceeding client expectations. IF7 qualifications is preferable.

A highly attractive package is available to the successful individual.