Corporate Actuary

Job TitleCorporate ActuaryJob DescriptionThe Actuarial Analytics & Insights, S&R team forms part of the Corporate Actuarial (CA) function within Divisional Business Services (DBS) and is responsible for the Savings and Retirement (S&R) business. The S&R Line of Business delivers Funded and Non-funded reinsurance solutions to global insurance clients, catering for the increasing demand from clients in various jurisdictions for innovative reinsurance support that can transfer both longevity and asset risk.The team are responsible for performing analysis and communicating insights in relation to both the in-force book and new business across US GAAP, US Statutory (US STAT), Internal Economic Capital (EC) and Bermuda Monetary Authority (BMA) reporting bases. The team’s focus is on developing a deep understanding of both the asset and liability side of the balance sheets, delivering value-add outcomes that support S&R and wider PL Re’s strategic priorities.The team will interact closely with S&R and will be a key part of DBS and PL Re, interacting with CA (including the Valuation team and Actuarial Systems Team), Operations, Finance, R&D, and Pricing.The RoleWe have an exciting opportunity for an individual with a strong actuarial background and relevant experience to join the Corporate Actuarial function as an Actuary, focusing on Savings & Retirement (S&R) business.Reporting to the AVP, Actuarial Analytics and Insights, S&R, this role offers a challenging variety of work, exposure to senior management and excellent opportunities to make positive contributions to S&R and CA. The role will be very varied with opportunities to get involved in business plan, quarterly reporting, new business onboarding and in-force management.As part of this role, you will work with other functions within DBS and work with other Corporate Actuarial teams across Pacific Life. Similarly, you will work closely with the S&R Line of Business team, contributing to PL Re’s success in what is a growing and dynamic marketplace. Strong communication skills, ability to understand new concepts and strong problem-solving skills are therefore required to ensure challenges and opportunities relating to both the in-force book and new initiatives are well understood by relevant stakeholders.ResponsibilitiesSupport in analysing and communicating business plan resultsSupport in attribution and explanation of quarterly reporting resultsEngage with S&R on future products and capabilities and impacts on all reporting basesSupport S&R and CA with any non-BAU activities ad hoc analysis, as requiredBe involved in end-to-end thinking and cross-collaboration across DBS to gain holistic insights on future S&R productsSupport in any regulatory requirements, specifically from the BMASupport production of MI for any in-force management projectsManage effective networks and demonstrate excellent communication.Build relationships with stakeholders in S&R and wider DBS, keeping Actuarial Analytics & Insights (S&R) aware of relevant updates.Qualifications & ExperienceEssentialQualified actuary with minimum of 3 years’ experience in life insurance or life reinsuranceStrong understanding of actuarial valuation principles and processes, knowledge and experience of actuarial control cycle is a plusProven ability to work with other functions, developing and maintaining working relationships with all partiesStrong analytical, problem solving and communication skillsAbility to work on own initiative and pro-actively manage a varied and demanding workloadDetail-oriented with the ability to work to timelinesAbility to understand and apply new concepts quicklyShows initiative, flexibility, and resourcefulnessEmbraces change and can work in a fluid environmentDesirable ExperienceDemonstrable knowledge of US GAAP and/or BMA regulationsWorking For Pacific Life ReEvery person in our global team is valued for the unique qualities they bring to our business and we seek to build their expertise and support their individual ambitions at every step. Of course, we take our work seriously and we know our team can operate under great pressure. We work hard and thrive on achievement, but we also know how to have fun and relax too. We regularly host a range of team building days to strengthen our team's connection with each other and reflect on their successes.Providing employees with a healthy work-life balance is very important to our culture. We have a wide range of employee benefits and we host regular social activities and well being initiatives. We are also committed to supporting our employee's involvement in their communities, by actively fundraising, hosting charity events and overseeing volunteering opportunities.Benefits (Only for Permanent and Fixed Term Employees)Leave25 days of annual leave with option to buy/sell more daysAdoption and fertility leaveGenerous enhanced parental leaveHealthcareComprehensive private insurance coverage for employee and dependentsGroup Life Insurance coverage of 9x basic annual salary and Group Income Protection up to 75% of basic annual salaryOptical benefitsSavings & Retirement15% combined employee/employer contributionsWellnessSubsidized gym membershipAccess to Employee Assistance ProgramCycle to Work and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice SchemeTime off for volunteeringCharitable matching of employee donationsAs part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we will provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure equal access to applicants with disabilities. Please contact us about your needs so that we can discuss these with you to make sure that suitable adjustments are made, where possible.Pacific Life Re ValuesWe have a link to our company values not included here. #J-18808-Ljbffr