Trainee Actuarial Consultant - 2026 intake (Leeds)

LGBT Great; Guiseley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Guiseley is seeking graduates for actuarial consulting roles. Candidates must hold a minimum 2:1 degree, A-level Maths, and strong communication skills. The firm offers a competitive salary, generous pension scheme, and a range of benefits including funded training and professional development opportunities. Graduates will receive comprehensive support for their studies and professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive discretionary annual bonus

Generous pension scheme (we contribute 8%)

Funded training and professional development

Private medical cover and life assurance

Up to 30 days holiday per year

Sports Allowance - we pay up to 50% of your gym/sports membership

Qualifications

• Strong academic background is required.
• Willingness to learn and develop various consulting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and collaborate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform actuarial calculations for pension schemes.
• Process and validate data for actuarial valuations.
• Prepare draft client reports and participate in client meetings.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Dynamic and proactive attitude

Education

Minimum 2:1 degree

A at A-Level or Higher Maths

Level 6 at GCSE English Language or B at Scottish National 5

Job description

We are proud to be a leading independent UK professional services consultancy at the forefront of risk, pensions, investment, and insurance with a team of around 1800 colleagues in nine offices around the UK and we are growing We were recognised as being one of the 'best places to work in the UK' in 2023 and 2024 and those who join us tend to stay, thriving in a professional learning environment and caring culture.

We develop teams who give and welcome different opinions, views and cultural perspectives and building on our culture of doing the right thing. We want everyone at BW to feel they can bring their whole self to work, confident they are included and respected and work together to build an inclusive and diverse working environment.

The supportive structure we have in place will help you manage your work/life balance, which is why our study support package and dedicated training team are always on hand for guidance throughout our graduate programme and beyond. Look at what graduates, who recently joined us have to say:

"I joined Barnett Waddingham as part of the graduate intake, and ever since I started at the firm, I have felt a valued member of the team and have been well supported in my work. The company's culture centres around doing the right thing this shines through in the way BW is committed to supporting clients, but also in how BW puts emphasis on staff wellbeing and development."

"When I first joined Barnett Waddingham, what surprised me the most was the extremely generous study package offered to all graduates. There is a wide variety of resources and a personal study mentor ensuring that students have all the materials and the guidance needed to succeed in the IFoA exams. On top of that, graduates have substantial study days to effectively prepare for the exams."

Interested in Actuarial Consulting? We've recorded a short video to explain more about the work that we do!

What could you get involved in?

1. A variety of actuarial services to defined benefit pension schemes, such as: actuarial calculations, processing and validating data for actuarial valuations, working with consultants to assess the objectives and requirements of clients, preparing draft client reports and advice, attending client meetings and taking an active role in presentations
2. Supporting our corporate team on a wide range of areas.
3. Opportunities to be involved in building up our capabilities in other exciting areas of the firm.

Our trainee consultants develop a broad, transferable skillset which covers both technical and consulting matters. You will also have opportunities to work on a wide range of projects and to develop your softer skills.

Alongside the on job training you will have full study support comprising of study leave, financial support, and a study mentor - we want you to succeed with us!

We would love to hear from you if you have:

Our current graduate vacancies require a minimum 2:1 degree, A at A-Level or Higher Maths and Level 6 at GCSE English Language or B at Scottish National 5, (or other equivalent qualifications), we require dedicated individuals with a strong academic background who are dynamic, proactive and have excellent communication skills.

What's in it for you:

• Competitive discretionary annual bonus and salary review
• Generous pension scheme (we contribute 8%)
• Funded training and professional development
• Core benefits including private medical cover, life assurance, group income protection, and up to 30 days holiday per year with holiday trading
• A comprehensive range of voluntary benefits to suit you including an electric car leasing scheme, tech scheme, cycle to work scheme, dental cover, healthcare cash plan, health assessments, critical illness cover, Sports Allowance - we pay up to 50% of your gym/sports membership (up to 50 pm), travel insurance, paid volunteering, and a broad range of retailer discounts