Actuarial Manager - Sensitivities & Short Term Forecasting Production Team at Aviva

Job description

We have started the search for a number of Actuaries to join our Capital Monitoring & Forecasting (CMF) Programme, on a 12-month Fixed Term Contract basis. The CMF Programme is responsible for improving our capital reporting processes. Focusing on more regular hard closes of the Solvency II Capital Requirement (SCR), building a new sensitivity and forecasting system and standardising our Group processes.

We have opportunities across our teams which could see you supporting the implementation of new tooling within the BAU teams, UAT of new tooling being developed or developing new processes in respect of the UK Life SCR calculation.

The roles can be done from any location (must be within commuting distance of one of our key offices in Bristol, Norwich, York or London) and under flexible working arrangements including part time working.

The specifics of the role will be set based on the experience and skill set of the candidate and could include:

• Supporting implementation & embedding of End to End processes for Solvency 2 Sensitivities & Short-Term forecasting
  
• Supporting development & embedding a robust control framework across a range of processes
  
• Supporting development, implementation & embedding of improved SCR processes
  
• Working closely with a wide range of Subject Matter Experts from across the Group to deliver the best outcome for the business
  

Skills, experience & qualifications we are looking for:

• Qualified actuary (or equivalent by experience) with strong technical actuarial skills to review and understand impacts
  
• Experience of Solvency 2 reporting, across Own Funds and SCR
  
• Experience in implementing new or improved processes would be advantageous
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  
• Good interpersonal skills and a willingness to work with colleagues from across the Group
  
• Good communication skills - ability to communicate with stakeholders to understand their requirements and to explain impacts
  
• Ability to work independently and on their own initiative and know when to escalate
  
• Flexible to look at a range of issues across a wide number of customers, products and markets
  

What will you get for this role?

• A competitive salary depending on skills, experience and qualifications
  
• Generous defined contribution pension scheme
  
• Annual performance related bonus and pay review
  
• Holiday allowance of 29 days plus bank holidays and the option to buy/sell up to 5 additional days
  
• Up to 40% discount for some Aviva products through "My Aviva Extras" plus discounts for Friends and Family (some exclusions apply)
  
• Excellent range of flexible benefits to include a matching share save scheme
  

Working at Aviva

At Aviva, we're people with a purpose. To be with you today, for a better tomorrow.

We bring this to life by ensuring managing risk is at the heart of the way we all work. We love people who do the right thing for our customers, and our colleagues. We want people who speak up, who take responsibility, and who make good decisions.

The way we do this is important too. We always 'Care More'. It's our thing! We're all about our people - that's you - so we can be pretty flexible. If you want to work from home some of the time or change your hours so you can pick up your kids or care for someone in your family, we're very open to that. In fact, we don't advertise roles as either part or full time, because we know each person has different needs, just as each business area has different needs. So, it's up to you to discuss working hours during your interview.

We care deeply about being inclusive and that means we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We want our employees to bring their whole self to work and that starts with you!

We interview every disabled applicant* that meets the minimum criteria for the job. Just send us an email once you've applied stating that you have a disclosed disability, and we'll make sure we interview you.

We'd love it if you could submit your application online. If you require an alternative method of applying, please give Daniela Krol a call on 0121 234 7660 or send an email to daniela.krol@aviva.com

*As defined in The Equality Act 2010*. By 'minimum criteria' we mean you should provide us with evidence which demonstrates that you generally meet the level of competence required and have the qualifications, skills or experience defined as essential to perform the role.