We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team in the capacity of [Job Title]. In this role, you will be responsible for [specific responsibility 1], [specific responsibility 2], and [specific responsibility 3]. The ideal candidate will possess [required skill/qualification 1], [required skill/qualification 2], and [required skill/qualification 3], with a proven track record in [relevant experience or field]. Additionally, you should demonstrate strong [soft skill 1] and [soft skill 2], alongside the ability to [specific ability]. This position offers opportunities to [growth or development opportunity 1] and [growth or development opportunity 2], contributing directly to [company goal or mission].
Achieving Samara’s bold strategic objectives will require navigating significant complexity and overcoming formidable challenges. Sustained organizational success hinges on assembling and sustaining a globally elite workforce.
We seek a seasoned pension actuary to enhance our actuarial consulting team in a senior capacity.
The ideal candidate will spearhead pensions actuarial projects, cultivating strong client partnerships while overseeing the review and endorsement of actuarial reports. Additionally, they will contribute to the expansion of our pensions advisory practice, driving sustained growth and operational excellence.
An excellent opportunity exists for an Associate or Fellow actuary with deep pensions expertise to assume a prominent leadership position within our expanding advisory firm. This role will require collaboration with diverse pension schemes, trustees, employers, regulators, and other key stakeholders on critical matters such as valuations, funding strategies, risk management, governance frameworks, and strategic advisory services.
The ideal candidate must demonstrate robust technical actuarial expertise alongside sharp commercial acumen, exceptional client management abilities, and a proven capacity to mentor and nurture junior team members.
As a Senior Pensions Actuary, you will be tasked with overseeing and executing critical actuarial functions, ensuring precise valuation of pension schemes, and delivering expert insights to inform strategic decision-making. You will lead the development and implementation of robust actuarial models, assess financial risks, and provide guidance on funding strategies to maintain long-term sustainability. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including finance, HR, and legal departments, to align pension schemes with regulatory requirements and organizational objectives. Your expertise will be pivotal in addressing complex actuarial challenges, optimizing plan design, and communicating findings to stakeholders with clarity and precision.
The primary duties and obligations encompass a range of strategic and operational tasks, including the development and implementation of comprehensive plans to achieve organizational objectives. Key responsibilities involve overseeing project execution, ensuring adherence to deadlines, and maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency. Additionally, the role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to align efforts, resolve challenges, and drive continuous improvement. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment are essential. Proficiency in relevant tools and technologies, along with effective communication and leadership capabilities, is also required to fulfill these responsibilities successfully.
Leading and supervising pensions actuarial projects, encompassing actuarial valuations, funding assessments, financial reporting disclosures, benefit evaluations, member calculations, and additional advisory services.
Reviewing and approving actuarial reports, maintaining technical precision, the quality of guidance, and adherence to relevant professional and regulatory standards.
Offering expert actuarial guidance to pension scheme trustees, sponsors, employers, and other relevant stakeholders.
Assisting clients with various aspects of pension scheme funding, risk management, investment strategy, benefit design, liability management, and governance matters is a key responsibility of this role.
Acting as a primary point of contact, you oversee client relationships while providing expert guidance on pensions, actuarial services, and retirement planning. Your role involves serving as a trusted advisor, delivering strategic insights to address client needs in these specialized areas.
Responsible for managing the full project lifecycle, encompassing meticulous planning, budget control, resource allocation, billing processes, collections management, and ensuring the timely execution of client deliverables.
Evaluating actuarial models, scrutinizing calculations, assessing underlying assumptions, analyzing methodologies, and verifying the accuracy of report outputs.
Coaching, mentoring, and fostering the growth of junior actuarial team members, while facilitating technical training and enhancing their skill sets.
Supporting the expansion of the pensions actuarial practice through strategic business development initiatives, meticulous proposal preparation, and fostering sustainable growth.
Collaborating effectively with professionals across actuarial, administration, investments, consulting, and various other business teams.
Enhancing organizational intellectual capital through the creation of forward-thinking concepts, advancing technical research initiatives, and refining internal systems and resources.
Seeking a candidate with a robust background and the necessary credentials to excel in this role. The ideal applicant must possess substantial professional experience along with relevant qualifications that align with the position’s demands. Essential requirements include specific skills, educational attainments, and prior achievements that demonstrate competence and readiness to contribute effectively. Responsibilities encompass a range of duties that require expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to meet established performance standards.
The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications:
Qualification as an Associate or Fellow from a reputable actuarial professional body is essential.
With a minimum of eight years of hands-on experience in pensions actuarial consulting or a comparable pension advisory capacity.
Possesses comprehensive technical expertise in pension scheme valuations, funding methodologies, accounting principles, benefit calculations, and actuarial reporting practices.
With a solid background in reviewing actuarial reports or a demonstrated readiness to assume signing authority, candidates will be evaluated accordingly.
A solid grasp of pension scheme governance, trustee advisory services, and the perspectives of employers and sponsors is essential.
You possess exceptional skills in managing client relationships, demonstrated by the capacity to articulate complex technical information in a clear and concise manner to key decision-makers.
Demonstrated expertise in project management, with a proven capacity to oversee concurrent tasks, adhere to strict deadlines, and consistently meet or exceed client expectations.
Demonstrated skill in guiding, mentoring, and fostering the professional growth of actuarial students and junior staff members.
Commercial acumen, encompassing a comprehensive understanding of revenue generation, meticulous billing practices, efficient collections processes, and a keen focus on profitability.
Demonstrates exceptional proficiency in both written and verbal communication.
Maintaining stringent professionalism, ensuring accountability, and upholding rigorous quality control standards are essential.
Experienced professionals who demonstrate initiative, accountability, and a strong problem-solving aptitude are sought, alongside the capability to foster and maintain credible connections.
Advantageous experience includes a proven track record in a relevant field, familiarity with industry-specific tools or methodologies, and prior involvement in projects that align with organizational objectives. Additionally, exposure to similar environments or roles can enhance adaptability and problem-solving capabilities. Candidates with a background in related disciplines or those who have demonstrated initiative in diverse professional settings may find this opportunity particularly compelling.
An additional consideration would be a valuable asset:
Proven expertise in managing occupational pension schemes, retirement funds, umbrella funds, or public-sector pension arrangements is required.
Provides counsel to both trustees and employer sponsors, ensuring informed decision-making and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Professional experience in pension reform initiatives, retirement policy development, social security frameworks, regulatory advisory engagements, or public-sector pension projects is required.
Seasoned professionals with expertise in constructing actuarial models, streamlining automation processes, conducting data analytics, or leading transformations in pensions administration are encouraged to apply.
Demonstrated success in overseeing a team or directing a diverse portfolio of client engagements.
Proven expertise in operating across diverse international markets.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate
Experience Required
8 years
