Risk Specialist, Actuarial Risk

AXA Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company in Greater London seeks an individual to support the Head of Portfolio Governance with quantitative risk assessments. Responsibilities include analyzing Economic Combined Ratios and monitoring Risk Appetite Frameworks. Candidates should have experience in actuarial analysis within general insurance, strong numerical skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This role offers support for actuarial exams and emphasizes an inclusive work culture.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Family-friendly leave benefits

Diversity and inclusion programs

Qualifications

• Experience in using quantitative analysis to assess risk.
• Background in actuarial analysis within general insurance.
• Strong capability with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Calculate and analyze Economic Combined Ratios and Target Loss Ratios.
• Monitor the Risk Appetite Framework at AXA XL.
• Support annual update of the Risk Appetite Framework.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Actuarial analysis

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Independent analysis

Growth mindset

Education

Actuarial exams support

Tools

Remetrica

Job description

This role supports the Head of Portfolio Governance in consolidating and monitoring the full range of quantitative risks across AXA XL and ensuring these are sufficiently controlled and communicated. There is also a focus on Internal Capital Model use.

What you’ll be doing

What will your essential responsibilities include?

• Perform the initial calculations and analysis of Economic Combined Ratios, Target Loss Ratios and related metrics that assess business performance on a risk-adjusted basis. Support the communication of their results to underwriting teams and respond to queries as required
• Perform initial calculations and analysis on the Cost of Capital bridge, to understand annual movements and changes
• Sourcing and consolidation of risk information for Divisional ORSA and support in drafting and proofreading the relevant documentation and presentations
• Perform ongoing monitoring of the Risk Appetite Framework at AXA XL, including liaison with Group Risk Management and engagement with other departments to source exposures on an ongoing basis. This includes supporting the onward reporting to Risk Committees and the Board.
• Support the annual update of the Risk Appetite Framework, including liaising with key stakeholders such that deliverables meet the required timeline
• Support the annual Model Use-Test assessment for the Internal Model via collation of information and evidence
• Support for the Head of Portfolio Governance and developing and maintaining such other Risk Management metrics and processes as may be required to ensure the ongoing stability of AXA XL
• Support the Head of Actuarial Risk with additional analysis and information collation on an ad-hoc basis.

You will report to the Head of Portfolio Governance.

What you’ll bring

We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:

• Track record in using quantitative analysis to assess risk
• Experience of actuarial analysis within general insurance
• Experience with Remetrica (capital modelling software) is desirable
• Highly numerate and analytical with great attention to detail
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Proven capability using Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Ability to perform initial analysis independently, before peer review
• A self starter, with a growth mindset and willingness to work on analysis outside their primary field.
• Support for IFoA (or equivelant) actuarial exams is available for this role.

What we offer

Inclusion

AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success. That’s why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential. It’s about helping one another — and our business — to move forward and succeed.

• Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe.
• Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements
• Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits
• Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index
• Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter

Learn more at axaxl.com/about-us/inclusion-and-diversity. AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Total Rewards

AXA XL’s Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do.

We’re committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence.

Sustainability

At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called “Roots of resilience”, focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations.

Our Pillars:

• Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society – are essential to our future. We’re committed to protecting and restoring nature – from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard – by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans.
• Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far-reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions.
• Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We’re training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting.
• AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL’s “Hearts in Action” programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day – the Global Day of Giving.

For more information, please see axaxl.com/sustainability.

Who we are

AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don’t just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it.

How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business − property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty.

With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.

Learn more at axaxl.com