Head of Actuarial: Capital, Reserving & Strategy

Admiral Group Plc; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance group in the UK is looking for a skilled Head of Actuarial to lead all actuarial activities. This pivotal role includes responsibilities for reserving, capital management, oversight in pricing, and strategic governance. Ideal candidates are qualified actuaries with significant non-life insurance experience and a strong technical background, able to communicate confidently with senior leadership. The position offers a supportive culture, diverse working environment, and comprehensive benefits including 33 days of holiday, increasing with tenure.

Benefits

Up to £3,600 of free shares each year

33 days holiday, increasing with tenure

Option to buy or sell additional days of annual leave

Recognition as a Great Place to Work

Qualifications

• Must hold a relevant actuarial qualification.
• Required significant experience in non-life insurance.
• Must have a strong technical background in various actuarial areas.

Responsibilities

• Lead actuarial function and governance processes.
• Own the reserving processes and deliver reports.
• Oversee capital management and regulatory reporting.
• Challenge pricing methodologies and oversee pricing.
• Lead actuarial support for M&A activities.

Skills

Qualified actuary (FIA, FCAS, or equivalent)

Experience in non-life (P&C) insurance

Strong technical background

Confident communicator

Strategic and hands-on approach

Job description

A leading insurance group in the UK is looking for a skilled Head of Actuarial to lead all actuarial activities. This pivotal role includes responsibilities for reserving, capital management, oversight in pricing, and strategic governance. Ideal candidates are qualified actuaries with significant non-life insurance experience and a strong technical background, able to communicate confidently with senior leadership. The position offers a supportive culture, diverse working environment, and comprehensive benefits including 33 days of holiday, increasing with tenure.