The Vacancy
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced, high-calibre, revenue-focused individual to take on a senior role in our award-winning IFS practice.
Our Insurance & Financial Services (IFS) practice aims to be a leading advisor in our areas of specialism – in investment & asset liability management, risk and capital management and longevity. We have ambitious plans and look ahead confidently to growing our specialisms with new clients in the UK and overseas, and in both the life and general insurance markets.
What will your role look like?
The role will be focused on supporting our clients primarily on insurance investment and ALM work, with the individual expected to win and deliver projects in a diverse range of areas, which may include investment strategy, illiquid assets, credit and market risk modelling, internal model validation, matching adjustment optimisation, liquidity and sustainable investment.
Core to our requirements is the ability to win new client engagements and grow new and existing client relationships, while playing a key role in delivering assignments in a wide range of areas. It is also essential that the individual is energised by working on a project basis across multiple areas with a blend of commercial and technical leadership.
*We are open to considering candidates on a part-time or full-time basis*
This is a varied role; and you will need to have:
1. Status as an industry expert in the area of investment and ALM for UK insurers, with proven experience of generating propositions and revenue
2. Strong strategic business acumen and knowledge of the issues, challenges and opportunities facing life and general insurers and reinsurers, in the UK, in Europe and beyond
3. Excellent consulting and leadership skills
4. Significant track record of leading the successful delivery of large and complex projects
5. Proven ability to manage multiple and sometimes conflicting demands
6. Determined and proactive, with high levels of energy, motivation and enthusiasm
7. Excellent network of contacts with a proven ability to leverage this and to grow revenue
8. Flexible in approach and comfortable with working in a changing environment
9. Strong personal values, including a commitment to professional and ethical behaviour, and continuous professional development
10. Ability to coach and mentor others
11. High emotional intelligence, excellent interpersonal skills, and comfortable in engaging with senior stakeholders
12. Clear, straightforward communication style, able to explain complex ideas in a straightforward way to lay audiences
13. Willing and able to travel where needed.
We would also encourage applications from candidates who perhaps do not possess all the attributes and experience listed above but are competent with the majority and would be able to quickly develop the additional skills and experience required in post with our full support. We would also love to hear about other knowledge and experience you may have that is not listed but could be of interest.
To enjoy and succeed in this role, you will have:
14. A senior actuarial or other relevant professional qualification, with deep practitioner-level insurance investment & ALM expertise
15. A demonstrable track record in winning work
16. Very strong knowledge of current and emerging hot topics in insurance investment & ALM
17. Very strong knowledge of Solvency UK, as well as equivalent regulatory regimes, such as Solvency II and Bermuda
18. Able to demonstrate a strong record in mentoring and in supporting the development of the next generation of the leaders and consultants
19. Predominantly experienced in working with a range of life insurers, but general insurance experience may be beneficial
20. A desire to support our purpose and live our values
In addition to a competitive salary and access to our profit share scheme, we offer:
21. A flexible selection of employee benefits, so you can choose a package that best matches your lifestyle and needs.
22. A collaborative and encouraging work environment where your thinking and ideas are encouraged.
23. On site mental health and wellbeing assistance.
24. A commitment to helping you develop both personally and professionally, with mentoring opportunities and access to our award-winning learning portal, Aspire.
25. Regular social activities, in addition to three days paid volunteering leave each year and a day’s leave to celebrate your birthday.
26. Hybrid working so you can enjoy the positive wellbeing of working from home as well as the benefits of meeting colleagues in our sociable, modern office environments – with the expectation of two ‘in-office’ days per week.
27. A flexible working window, allowing colleagues the freedom to work flexibly between the hours of 7am and 7pm.
Please note, we recruit on a rolling basis so early applications are recommended to avoid disappointment.