Actuarial Manager

Job description

About the Team

The Senior Reporting Actuary is a key member of the Actuarial Reporting team.

The role will be responsible for supporting the delivery of all Actuarial Reporting requirements. The role will involve direct contact on a regular basis with senior management. This role requires close liaison with peer Actuarial and Finance managers and will be a senior member of the reporting team.

You must have valid Irish, UK, or EU work rights to be considered for this role

Location: Cherrywood, Dublin 18 with hybrid working

Responsibilities:

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Calculation and analysis of the SII and IFRS reporting, liaising closely with the senior management of Aviva Ireland, Aviva UK and with Aviva Group

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Production, identification and explanation of the sources of changes in the Own Funds and Solvency Capital Requirement via an Analysis of Change

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Calculation and analysis of new business metrics, Stress and Scenario Testing, sensitivities, and other analysis as required

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Lead on key actuarial investigations and assumptions analysis throughout the year, including involvement in projects as the opportunities arise.

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Ensure that the reporting team has the necessary processes and controls in place and operating effectively to meet Aviva’s standards for financial management and accelerate reporting timelines.

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Specification and testing of required changes to the Prophet model, Data Lake and IT developments as required for existing or new business.

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Management of audit relationships and processes, ensuring a clean sign off.

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Liaising closely with internal and external partners such as Financial Reporting, UK Actuarial Modelling, Finance, Aviva UK and Aviva Group as required.

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Play a key role in the development and motivation of a team of actuarial professionals.

Skills and experience we’re looking for:

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Qualified Actuary with substantial experience

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Extensive experience of Solvency 2 and/or of IFRS17

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Previous experience of analysing and reviewing actuarial reporting results

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Producing management level reports and presentations and effectively communicating to senior stakeholders

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Knowledge of the financial structure and operation of life and pensions products and in particular have a strong knowledge of the structures of unit linked, with profit and term insurance products

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Ability to deliver / transfer knowledge through coaching and mentoring skills

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Delivery focused with a flexible attitude and approach

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Mental agility and decision-making skills

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Up to date knowledge and understanding of actuarial principles and methodology, including knowledge of Prophet

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Confident communicator, with strong written and oral communication skills

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Demonstrated ability to prioritise and progress multiple deliverables

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Evidence of proven career track record and consistent record of achievement

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Experience of senior stakeholder management

What will you get for this role?  

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A competitive market leading salary depending on skills, experience, and qualifications 

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Generous pension (employee contribution matching of up to 14% if you contribute 8%)

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Annual performance related bonus and pay review

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Holiday allowance of 29 days plus bank holidays, and the option to buy/sell up to 5 additional days

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Free car parking

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Generous Health & dental insurance contributions after six months

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Aviva Matching Share Plan and Save As You Earn scheme and Approved Profit Share Scheme

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Cycle to Work benefit scheme

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TaxSaver Travel Scheme

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Family friendly parent’s (matching paternity and maternity leave) and carer’s leave.

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Up to 40% discount for some Aviva products plus discounts for Friends and Family

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Employee Assistance Programme

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Volunteering days

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Professional qualification support and transparent career progression plans

Aviva is for Everyone

Our diversity and inclusion policies and initiatives are shaping an environment where everyone feels welcome regardless of age, disability, race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, culture, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, maternity or those with other caring responsibilities. Our approach helps to ensure that Aviva is a place which values difference and provides equal opportunities for all.

We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you.

Our smart working combines the benefits of flexibility with time together with colleagues.

We prefer all applications to be submitted online, however if you require an alternative method of applying, please contact sophie.keely@aviva.com or at 086 1584943.