Actuarial, Principal

AIA Hong Kong and Macau; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

AIA Hong Kong and Macau is seeking an experienced Actuary to lead the sub-team supporting end-to-end IFRS 17 reporting within the Actuarial function. The role emphasizes reliable customer outcomes, thoughtful analysis, and embedding a customer-first mindset while collaborating across teams to enhance the customer journey.

Responsibilities include overseeing IFRS reporting, delivering financial results per Group requirements, and providing insights on key drivers.

Qualifications

• Fellowship in Actuarial professional examination completed.
• Strong managerial, analytical, and coaching skills.
• Experience in people management and staff development.
• Ability to investigate complex technical issues and communicate findings.
• Proficiency in MS Office and data analysis; English and Chinese language skills.

Responsibilities

• IFRS Reporting & Management (50%): oversee preparation, delivery, and analysis of IFRS financial results.
• Technical Assessments for IFRS 17 (20%): lead discussions and provide insights on financial implications.
• People Management (20%): lead teams, enhance competencies, and motivate staff.
• Project Management (10%): coordinate with HR, IT and other departments to deliver results.

Skills

Managerial skills

Analytical mind

People management

Coaching

Issue investigation

MS Office

Data analysis

English & Chinese

Education

Fellowship in Actuarial professional examination

Tools

SAS sub-ledger

Prophet ALS

Job description

At AIA we’ve started an exciting movement to create a healthier, more sustainable future for everyone. It’s about finding new ways to not only better people's lives, but to better the communities and environments we live in. We need great Actuaries who want to be part of something bigger than finance alone. Because the better we can nurture our financial wellbeing as an organisation, the better we can support and make a difference for our customers when they need us most. By ensuring our products are well designed and priced, analysing business performance and ensuring proper management of insurance policies in-force, you’re not just safeguarding AIA’s financial wellbeing. You’re securing a better future for the people and communities we serve - today, tomorrow and for generations to come.

About The Role

Lead the sub‑team to support end‑to‑end IFRS 17 reporting and be responsible for IFRS 17 reporting in the Actuarial function. This role contributes to the delivery of customer outcomes that are reliable, thoughtful, and create meaningful impact for customers and society. The role holder is expected to embed a customer‑first mindset in all decisions and actions by developing a clear understanding of customer needs, taking end‑to‑end ownership to resolve issues, and working collaboratively across teams to continuously enhance the customer journey—both directly and indirectly.

Roles And Responsibilities

• IFRS Reporting & Management (50%)
• Oversee the preparation, delivery, and analysis of IFRS financial results on a timely basis as per AIA Group requirements
• Provide detailed analysis on movements in key financials and communicate to senior management the key drivers in the results
• Ensure compliance with IFRS accounting standards and group accounting policy
• Technical Assessments for IFRS 17 (20%)
• Lead the technical discussions, manage deep‑drop assessments and provide insights on the financial implications
• People Management (20%)
• Lead and manage the teams to enhance employee competencies, engagement and performance levels
• Manage and motivate staff by identifying and creating opportunities to enhance competencies & performance
• Coach and mentor high performers / potential staff in order to build a strong team
• Project Management (10%)
• Work with the team and other relevant parties (such as Human Resources, IT, other departments, etc.) to deliver expected project results to support company strategy
• Other responsibilities and duties assigned by supervisor

Minimum Job Requirements

• University / College graduate with at least 6-8 years of relevant experience
• Attained Fellowship in Actuarial professional examination
• Good managerial skill and analytical mind
• Experience in people management and coaching
• Ability to investigate complex technical issues and communicate findings and implications
• Sound knowledge in IFRS 17‑related actuarial and accounting systems, e.g. SAS sub‑ledger
• Stochastic modelling experience with Prophet ALS an advantage
• Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese
• Proficient in MS Office and data analysis techniques is essential
• You are required to obtain relevant licence if your job involves regulated activities

Build a career with us as we help our customers and the community live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.