Job Description:
Are you a nearly or recently qualified Actuary? We are working on an exciting opportunity for an Associate Actuarial Consultant to join the team at a leading financial services firm on a permanent basis.
This role can be based in Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow, or London. The focus will be on UK Defined Benefit (DB) pension schemes. Please note that candidates must have previous experience in an actuarial role.
Skills/Experience:
First class interpersonal and client relationship management skills.
First class organisational and communication abilities.
Proven ability to manage multiple and sometimes conflicting demands.
Able to co-ordinate activity, and delegate effectively, amongst individual client teams and effectively manage upwards.
Driven and motivated to develop actuarial career in a client focused consultancy.
Associate or fellow of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (or equivalent recognised actuarial qualification) with relevant pensions experience. Scheme Actuary certificate not required.
Relevant pensions experience and an understanding of the legislative framework for UK pension schemes, commensurate with the level of experience in pensions actuarial work.
A sound grounding in actuarial and computer techniques.
Core Responsibilities:
Managing the delivery of multiple projects across a portfolio of clients and responsibilities, ensuring that work is done on time, within budget, and to a high standard.
Taking on a wide-ranging portfolio of work while developing client exposure and essential business skills.
Preparing client communications, presentations and reports and attending meetings with clients.
Developing and maintaining a good working relationship with your clients and third parties. Proactively raise topical issues and new ideas with clients in conjunction with the Client Director.
Review or check actuarial calculations. For example (but not limited to) in respect of scheme funding, company accounting work, actuarial factors and individual member calculations.
There may also be opportunities to support other areas of the business (for example in DC, risk transfer, governance, proposition development and new business).
Mentoring and supporting the development of less experienced members of the team and checking/reviewing their calculations where necessary.
Working with your teams to ensure that client invoices are completed within internal deadlines and subject to internal procedures.
Ensure that appropriate scoping of work is carried out at the outset.
Presenting work in a clear and understandable manner to clients and colleagues as requested.
Liaising with client managers and team leaders if there are conflicting demands from clients.
Working with colleagues when necessary on technical or client matters.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15807
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
INDPERM....Read more...
Job Description:
Do you have experience of building capital models and a strong knowledge of Solvency 2? Our client, a leading financial services firm, who are based in Edinburgh, Glasgow and London, has a great opportunity for a Consultant to join their team!
Desirable Skills/Experience:
Experience in building capital models and/or developing capital modelling methodology, as well as Solvency II/Solvency UK requirements, either ‘in-house’ at an insurer or in consulting
Strong knowledge of quantitative risk modelling techniques
Self-starter, who can drive a project forward, sometimes with limited guidance.
Experience of planning projects and track record of delivering work on schedule
Flexible in approach and comfortable with working in a changing environment
Proven ability to manage multiple and sometimes conflicting demands
Strong personal values, including a commitment to professional and ethical behaviour
Collegiate worker with high emotional intelligence, able to quickly establish good working relationships with colleagues
Enthusiasm for developing a strong network of contacts in the life insurance industry
Ability to successfully delegate to less experienced colleagues
Willingness and ability to travel where necessary
We are looking for a dynamic colleague with or working knowledge in one or more of the following: Capital modelling, including Solvency II Internal Models or other Economic Capital models; Internal Model validation; Solvency II/UK requirements; R/Python experience desirable
Sound grounding in actuarial techniques and strong IT skills.
Dependent on experience, but candidates are likely to be qualified UK actuaries, or hold another professional or quantitative risk qualification.
Proven commitment to continuous professional development.
Core Responsibilities:
Experience in building capital models and/or developing capital modelling methodology, as well as Solvency II/Solvency UK requirements, either ‘in-house’ at an insurer or in consulting.
Strong knowledge of quantitative risk modelling techniques.
Self-starter, who is able to drive a project forward, sometimes with limited guidance.
Experience of planning projects and track record of delivering work on schedule.
Flexible in approach and comfortable with working in a changing environment.
Proven ability to manage multiple and sometimes conflicting demands.
Strong personal values, including a commitment to professional and ethical behaviour.
Collegiate worker with high emotional intelligence, able to quickly establish good working relationships with colleagues.
Enthusiasm for developing a strong network of contacts in the life insurance industry.
Ability to successfully delegate to less experienced colleagues.
Willingness and ability to travel where necessary.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15801
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
INDPERM....Read more...
Job Description:
Our client, a highly successful financial services firm, are currently looking for a Consultant to join their team on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity for those with experience in product support or the conduct agenda!
This role can be based in London, Edinburgh, or Glasgow.
Skills/Experience:
Experience in product support or the conduct agenda, either ‘in-house’ at an insurer or in consulting
Self-starter, who is able to drive a project forward, sometimes with limited guidance
Experience of planning projects and track record of delivering work on schedule
Flexible in approach and comfortable with working in a changing environment
Proven ability to manage multiple and sometimes conflicting demands
Strong personal values, including a commitment to professional and ethical behaviour
Collegiate worker with high emotional intelligence, able to quickly establish good working relationships with colleagues
Enthusiasm for developing a strong network of contacts in the life insurance industry
Ability to successfully delegate to less experienced colleagues
Willingness and ability to travel where necessary
Working knowledge in one or more of the following areas: Product development and/or pricing; Product reviews; Customer journeys; Consumer Duty, in particular in relation to value for money assessments; or FCA/conduct agenda, including awareness of historic thematic work impacting the life insurance sector.
Sound grounding in actuarial techniques and strong IT skills.
Dependent on experience, but candidates are likely to be qualified UK actuaries, or hold another professional or quantitative risk qualification.
Core Responsibilities:
Providing high quality support and advice to our insurance and reinsurance clients both in the UK and globally
Delivering to our clients as a subject matter expert in the key areas of your experience
Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, building a strong network of contacts in the life insurance industry.
Identifying and developing further consultancy opportunities with new and existing clients.
Collaborating across the business, particularly with our investment and risk transfer specialists in the firm, to deliver on cross-practice projects.
Developing our digital toolkit to enhance our consulting proposition.
Helping to promote our insurance offerings to a wider audience, including presenting at conferences and producing thought leadership.
Developing and shaping new propositions to take to our clients and prospects.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15803
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
INDPERM....Read more...
Job Description:
Do you have solid Solvency 2 knowledge and good awareness of Matching Adjustment regulations? Our client, a leading financial services firm, based in Edinburgh, Glasgow and London, have a fantastic opportunity for a consultant to join their team.
Desirable Skills/Experience:
Experience in Solvency II/UK, with Matching Adjustment expertise, either ‘in-house’ at an insurer or in consulting.
Strong knowledge of Matching Adjustment regulations combined with practical experience of processes required to manage a Matching Adjustment portfolio.
Self-starter, who is able to drive a project forward, sometimes with limited guidance.
Experience of planning projects and track record of delivering work on schedule
Flexible in approach and comfortable with working in a changing environment
Proven ability to manage multiple and sometimes conflicting demands
Strong personal values, including a commitment to professional and ethical behaviour
Collegiate worker with high emotional intelligence, able to quickly establish good working relationships with colleagues
Enthusiasm for developing a strong network of contacts in the life insurance industry
Ability to successfully delegate to less experienced colleagues
Willingness and ability to travel where necessary
Working knowledge in one or more of the following areas: Solvency II/UK, in particular in relation to the asset side of the balance sheet; Understanding of investment markets and market risk drivers; or Experience of insurance Internal (Capital) Models for risks such as credit risk and market risks.
Sound grounding in actuarial techniques and strong IT skills, experience of computer programming or modelling would also be desirable.
Dependent on experience, but candidates are likely to be qualified UK actuaries, or hold another professional or quantitative risk qualification.
Proven commitment to continuous professional development.
Core Responsibilities:
Experience in building capital models and/or developing capital modelling methodology, as well as Solvency II/Solvency UK requirements, either ‘in-house’ at an insurer or in consulting.
Providing high quality support and advice to our insurance and reinsurance clients both in the UK and globally.
Delivering to our clients as a subject matter expert in the key areas of your experience
Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, building a strong network of contacts in the life insurance industry.
Identifying and developing further consultancy opportunities with new and existing clients.
Collaborating across the business, particularly with our investment and risk transfer specialists in the firm, to deliver on cross-practice projects.
Developing our digital toolkit to enhance our consulting proposition.
Helping to promote our insurance offerings to a wider audience, including presenting at conferences and producing thought leadership.
Developing and shaping new propositions to take to our clients and prospects.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15802
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.
INDPERM....Read more...
