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CAPITAL MODELLING ANALYST GENERAL
�40k - �50k + bonus + benefits London
A leading international insurance company is looking for an actuarial student
to assist in the capital modelling of it's international operations based in the
London office. Reporting to the capital actuary this role will involve collecting and
preparing data and inputs, programming, using and developing the Igloo
capital model, analysing results and reporting to the actuarial team,
underwriters and management. The successful candidate will be making good
progress through the actuarial exams, experience of ICA, risk assessment or Igloo
would be an advantage but not essential. Ref: WG335
PRICING ACTUARY GENERAL
Circa �70k + bonus + benefits London
This global insurance company is looking for a nearly/newly qualified actuary to
join their strong pricing team. Working on case pricing and pricing projects across
all lines of business. The successful applicant will have good communication
skills and the ability to translate actuarial concepts to underwriters and brokers,
previous pricing experience is not essential but general insurance experience is.
Ref: LA499
ACTUARIAL ANALYST GENERAL
�35 - �50 + Bonus + Benefits
This leading (re)insurance provider is looking for junior actuarial students due
to increased demand for quantitative analysis to the underwriting process. The
successful candidate will get exposure to pricing, reinsurance pricing, capital
modelling, reserving and quarterly reporting. Pensions and life switchers will be
considered as will graduates. LA668
CHIEF ACTUARY GENERAL
�Six Figures + Bonus + Benefits
This recently launched Lloyd's syndicate is looking for its first in house actuary.
The successful candidate will have experience in two of the following:- reserving,
pricing and capital modelling. This opportunity offers the right person the chance
to come in and create their own position under the guidance of the board. Good
communication skills and enthusiasm are required to be successful in this career
defining role. LA 752
DEPUTY CHIEF ACTUARY � INTERNATIONAL LIFE STARTUP LIFE
�Commensurate London
+ Generous Bonus Opportunities + London Weighting
(with extensive global travel)
A leading and established UK Life firm is looking to establish a global presence.
With the leader of this new enterprise in place, you will be key to establishing the
existing brand in a number of new markets, in Europe, Asia, the Mid-East and
beyond. The right person will be bold, client-facing and ambitious with a strong
commercial sense and broad-based awareness of issues and developments
beyond the actuarial sphere complementing a passion for the thoroughness
of actuarial precision. An ideal exit path from either consultancy or life office
culture for a qualified actuary going into a fundamentally challenging new venture.
Ref: PC243
PROFESSIONAL CONTRACTORS REQUIRED INSURANCE
As the year-end fast approaches we are keen to extend our network of
professional contractors across the Insurance industry to meet the needs of our
UK-wide client base. Please call to discuss the range of projects we have worked
on previously and for details of current assignments. Ref: Various
PRODUCT DEVELOPER � GROUP RISK LINES LIFE
(GI Pricers also considered)
Up �90k + Benefits + Relocation South
Comprehensive Relocation Package
This top-10 Global Insurer seeks an experienced pricing actuary to take the lead
in their development of Group Risk products for the UK Market. You will take
charge of the production of these new books of business and evolve new and
innovative commercial solutions in this new and expanding area. Unusually,
given that the role involves the underwriting of principally short-term risk, Qualified
Actuaries from either Life or GI disciplines will be considered equally. This Life
Office can now offer a generous relocation package for those looking for a change
of pace and scenery and better work/life balance in a family friendly environment.
Ref: PC9587
ACTUARIAL STUDENT (Trustee Advisory) PENSIONS
circa �50k + Bonus + Benefits UK-Wide
This global Pensions Advisory practice are looking for actuarial students to
help develop the team and drive forward the business. You will have Trustee
consulting experience including valuation preparation and management, individual
calculations and accounting numbers. An outgoing, confident personality is
essential to succeed within this developing team, particularly around client
management and business development work. Good exam record preferred but
not essential. Must be able to hit the ground running. Ref: MD429
M&A / CORPORATE FINANCE TECHNICIAN PENSIONS
Circa �40k - �70k + Significant bonus + Benefits London
A global professional services firm is looking continue their development and
growth and has vacancies for actuarial candidates around qualification. High
level, bigger picture style thinking will be required in the context of defined benefit
risk, combined with the key corporate finance principles. Due to the nature of the
work the demands of the role are significant, both intellectually and the hours at
times, however the financial rewards reflect this. The successful applicant will be
comfortable working in small teams, be comfortable with significant responsibility
and be able to handle a constantly changing workload. Ref: MD0121
LIFE PORTFOLIO � RATING AGENCY LIFE / INVESTMENT
�40k - �90k + Bonus + Benefits London
Following internal developments and a successful realignment of the business
plan this leading rating agency are looking for actuarial professionals to take
ownership of a portfolio of European life insurance companies. The role is to
provide ratings and advice across the industry, with a rolling review of both the
qualitative and quantitative aspects that ascertain the strength of an insurer. The
actuarial skill set is highly valued but would be combined with the ability to operate
with board members and with other senior industry figures. The second part of the
role is the advisory work and time spent with Investors which provides significant
experience across the aspects of debt raising, banking and Investment markets.
This kind of role is a recognised platform for a future move to the banking sector
when markets conditions allow. Ref: MD149
INTERNATIONAL CONSULTANCY LIFE / GENERAL
�Dependent Far East
This leading global consulting firm have recognised the emerging markets across
the Far East and are looking to establish a significant presence across the area
over the next 12 months. The work focus is around the value-add advisory
work across the actuarial spectrum. Working with a multi-disciplinary focus this
opportunity will give superb exposure and significant personal development as
well as the opportunity to spend some time in the International environment. As
the team develops there are opportunities at all levels for actuarial professionals
to realise an ambition of working overseas. Ref: MD651
Highfinance-Actuarial
Specialist Recruitment
To apply for the roles detailed above please send your CV, in strictest confidence, to actuarial@highfinance.co.uk
or for more information please call on 0207 337 8816.
Highfinance Actuarial Ltd, 1st Floor, 107 Leadenhall Street, London, EC3A 4AA
Tel: 0207 337 8800 Email: actuarial@highfinance.co.uk
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