Actuarial Analyst - Systems

Actuarial Analyst - Systems

Location: London- hybrid 50%

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time 35 hours

Purpose of the role

As the Actuarial Analyst- Systems, you will support the development and maintenance of actuarial systems, models and tools used by the Actuarial Department.

You will support the implementation of approved business requirements necessary to support regulatory requirements, new products, reinsurance structures, management information and external reporting requirements;

You will also support the delivery of work designed to improve the robustness and efficiency of the Actuarial Department through process improvements, make system enhancements and implement an adequate control framework.

About Just

We help people achieve a better later life. That’s our purpose and it’s the reason we exist. We are a fast-growing company helping customers enjoy the retirement they deserve. We do this through a variety of market leading, award-winning products and services, delivered by a diverse team of over 1,400 purpose-led colleagues who genuinely put the customer at the heart of everything we do.

This is a brilliant time to join our business. We are on an exciting growth journey to become the UK’s most loved retirement expert.
 

Key Responsibilities

• To support the delivery of systems changes for projects and manage dependencies with the wider change delivery and IT processes

• To support the implement of new requirements into the actuarial systems, model and tools

• To support the model maintenance program for one or more systems with regular engagement and effective communication with user groups and senior managers. This includes maintaining consistency with other systems

• To support the model steward responsible for systems release cycles and processes ensuring application of control frameworks and release timeframes

• To support the implementation of systems solutions in line with the Actuarial Department Systems Strategy

• To contribute to design and architecture work and interface with IT in technical areas such as database administration, infrastructure and associated IT tools

• To support the identification and delivery of improvements to Actuarial Department processes

• To support the control framework for the development, management and release of actuarial valuation tools, including delivering appropriate documentation and compliance with relevant requirements (specifically TAS and APS X2)

What we are looking for

• Member of IFoA and preferably progressing with exams is essential

• Knowledge of insurance products and markets

• Some experience in Actuarial modelling change projects and developing actuarial software

• Some technical and IT skills and knowledge of development lifecycle and governance

• Monet / Prophet / RAFM development experience is preferred

• Awareness of software development principles and Technical Actuarial Standards

• Able to assess materiality of issues and determine appropriate course of action

• Good technical and IT skills (VB.net, SQL, VBA)

• Demonstrable skills with Actuarial Modelling software (e.g. Mo.net, Prophet, RAFM)

• Good verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex financial concepts in a clear and concise manner

• Awareness of people resource requirements

• Agile principles, familiarity with AureDevOps, Git or similar systems to manage change and source code

Our behaviours

At Just you’ll have the opportunity to develop your career, whilst making a difference to the lives of those around you. You’ll be part of a company with a strong and distinctive culture - we’re ambitious, curious and collaborative – and every decision we make centres around being Just and delivering the best outcomes for our customers.

What’s in it for you

• A competitive salary, pension scheme and life assurance

• 25 days annual leave plus an additional day on us for your birthday

• Private medical cover and income protection, just in case

• A generous and highly achievable bonus scheme

• Opportunities to progress your career in-role and within the company

• Free access to the Headspace app, 24/7 employee assistance helpline and trained physical and mental health first aiders

• A variety of employee funded benefits available via our online benefits portal

• Plus, several additional purchase options available for you and your loved ones

Explore our full range of benefits on our dedicated benefits page.

Belonging at Just

Valuing diversity of thought and fostering a sense of belonging is critical to our business success, driving innovation and balanced decision making. Our work on DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging) aims to deliver a brilliant employee experience underpinned by a sense of belonging, where our people feel proud to work at Just.

We remain committed to our publicly disclosed HM Treasury Women in Finance Charter and Race at Work Charter targets and support a wide range of employee network and events, championing issues including intergenerational working, social mobility and neurodiversity.

Application details

Please submit your CV using the 'apply now’ button. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted regarding next steps which may include an initial phone interview and in-person assessment.  

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