Actuary - IFRS/ Portfolio Monitoring

Job Title: Portfolio Monitoring & Insights Actuary / IFRS Actuary
Contract Length: 6 months
Location: London (50% onsite)
Rate: Inside IR35

A leading reinsurance company is seeking an experienced Portfolio Monitoring & Insights Actuary to join their team on a 6–month contract. This role is critical in accelerating high–priority deliverables for the Life & Health (L&H) Reinsurance portfolio across multiple regions, including Continental Europe, UK & Ireland, and the Middle East & Africa.

Key Responsibilities:

• Portfolio Monitoring: Proactively monitor the performance of L&H portfolios, covering lines such as mortality, critical illness, disability, and medical products.
• Deep Dive Analysis: Conduct investigations to understand the key drivers of portfolio performance and identify risks.
• Management Actions: Lead the execution of actions, including in–force rate reviews and material recaptures, to steer business decisions and ensure sustainable profitability.
• Data Analytics: Utilise data analytics and visualisation tools to communicate performance insights and highlight areas requiring attention.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with Client Market, Pricing teams, and Valuation teams within the Continental European market to drive portfolio priorities and mitigate risks.

Key Skills and Experience:

• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of IFRS17 with hands–on experience in Valuation, Pricing, or Experience Studies.
• Modelling: Experience in formulating assumptions and developing or adjusting cashflow models.
• Independent Thinker: A strategic, independent thinker with a hands–on approach to deliver value and drive key portfolio actions.

Desired Qualifications:

• Qualified Actuary with at least 2–3 years post–qualification experience.
• Minimum of 8+ years working within the L&H insurance or reinsurance sector.
• Fluency in an additional European language is an advantage, though not essential.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading reinsurance company and contribute to the success of their L&H portfolio. If you have the relevant experience and are available for an immediate start, apply now!