Valuation Actuary (Life Insurance & IFRS17)

Asteron Life Limited; Kaipātiki; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Wellbeing programs

Career pathways

Job summary

Asteron Life Limited is seeking a talented Valuation Actuary to join the Valuation team. You will focus on financial reporting while contributing across the actuarial function, collaborating with Finance and business leaders across NZ.

The role offers exposure to major reporting cycles, regulatory deliverables and continuous process improvement within a supportive, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Progress towards actuarial qualification (Actuaries Institute of Australia, NZ Society of Actuaries, or equivalent).
• Experience in life insurance or financial services with strong valuation, reporting and actuarial judgement.
• Knowledge of New Zealand insurance regulation and IFRS17/IFRS reporting.
• Experience using Prophet or similar actuarial software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with data.

Responsibilities

• Valuation and reporting - regular actuarial and financial reporting, valuation controls, model monitoring and assumption reviews.
• Risk and insight - assess risks affecting liabilities, capital and profitability, and provide actuarial advice.
• Continuous improvement - improve systems, controls and reporting with emphasis on accuracy and automation.
• Mentor junior actuarial staff and provide guidance.
• Support Capital and Reinsurance functions as required.
• Engage stakeholders across the business and explain complex concepts clearly.
• Contribute to actuarial projects across the team and wider Asteron.

Skills

Actuarial valuation

Financial reporting

Data analysis

IFRS reporting

Prophet

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Actuarial qualification progress

Tools

Prophet

Job description

Asteron Life Limited is seeking a talented Valuation Actuary to join the Valuation team. You will focus on financial reporting while contributing across the actuarial function, collaborating with Finance and business leaders across NZ.

The role offers exposure to major reporting cycles, regulatory deliverables and continuous process improvement within a supportive, inclusive environment.