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(Senior) Longevity Research Analyst - Club Vita, Glasgow
Client: Hymans Robertson
Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: d127f460ca5f
Job Views: 4
Posted: 02.06.2025
Expiry Date: 17.07.2025
Job Description:
The Vacancy
is the leading longevity data analytics company servicing the UK, US, and Canadian life insurance and pension risk transfer markets. Established in 2008, we have led the market in collecting and analysing detailed data on pension recipients – initially in the UK, then expanding to Canada in 2015 and the US in 2019.
We are recognized thought leaders in longevity and have developed market-leading analytics products including multivariate models of mortality/longevity and depersonalized data solutions based on data covering over 20 million pension records.
We continue to experience 20%+ year-on-year revenue growth through an expanding international client base and suite of data analytics products.
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our team of recognized experts in longevity. The successful candidate will show strong technical skills, the ability to work collaboratively within a team, and confidence in proactively seeking support from experienced colleagues.
Role Description
The role focuses on delivering high-quality longevity research, thought leadership, and new analytics for our pension plan and life insurer clients. The primary focus will be exploring new ideas and insights, which will form the foundation of new products or extensions of existing products into new markets. Applying statistical knowledge to create commercially focused insights will be essential throughout your work.
You should be comfortable working with R and willing to utilize an extensive pre-built code base to ensure efficient and timely analysis.
The role involves collaborating with internal stakeholders across statistical, actuarial, and business development roles. You should be comfortable presenting your work internally and to external clients/stakeholders. As the role develops, participation in industry forums is likely.
Key responsibilities include:
* Supporting the application and development of longevity analytics for new markets (including new countries)
* Scoping and delivering market-leading longevity research and analytics under guidance from experienced industry experts
* Documenting research findings for internal use (new products) and/or client workshops
* Generating thought leadership publications
Skills and Qualifications Required
Skills - critical:
* Taking initiative on projects and proactively seeking guidance from experienced colleagues
* Collaborative team worker confident in mentoring less experienced team members
* Extensive experience in data/analytical programming in R
* Strong problem-solving skills within the data and analytical space
* Experience working on complex projects within strict deadlines in a commercial environment
* Prior experience in longevity or demography
Personal Characteristics
* Great attention to detail
* Excellent communicator, able to convey information to both specialists and non-specialists
* Ability to manage multiple competing deadlines
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