Purpose
To support Just’s ambitious growth plans, we are recruiting a DB Senior Actuarial Analyst to join our DB (Defined Benefit) Pricing team. The role will involve supporting the DB team in their objectives to deliver a market leading bulk annuity service and grow in line with our business plan.
About Just
We help people achieve a better later life. That’s our purpose and it’s the reason we exist. We are a fast-growing company helping customers enjoy the retirement they deserve. We do this through a variety of market leading, award-winning products and services, delivered by a diverse team of over 1,400 purpose-led colleagues who genuinely put the customer at the heart of everything we do.
This is a brilliant time to join our business. We are on an exciting growth journey to become the UK’s most loved retirement expert.
Key responsibilities
Deliver accurate, timely DB new business quotations as a key member of the Pricing team.
Lead and manage projects, proactively driving delivery in line with agreed timelines.
Build deep technical and operational knowledge of DB systems and tools, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and innovation.
Lead ad hoc initiatives including data analysis, proposition development, systems testing and process improvement.
Develop and apply technical skills, including coding, to enhance models, tools and processes.
Promote a collaborative, engaged team culture and support the coaching and development of junior team members.
Work closely with DB Reinsurance and Commercial teams to deliver competitive, market leading propositions and provide line management where required.
What we’re looking for
Strong numeracy, analytical and problem solving skills.
Excellent IT capability, including Excel and programming languages, with a willingness to learn new tools and technologies.
Sound knowledge of actuarial concepts, particularly those underpinning bulk annuity pricing.
Good understanding of the DB buy in and buy out market, life insurance and relevant regulation.
Clear verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial concepts simply.
Able to work independently while contributing effectively within a team.
Experience in pensions, insurance or financial services, with coding experience such as Python, Julia or VBA desirable.
Our behaviours
At Just you’ll have the opportunity to develop your career, whilst making a difference to the lives of those around you. You’ll be part of a company with a strong and distinctive culture - we’re ambitious, curious and collaborative – and every decision we make centres around being Just and delivering the best outcomes for our customers.
What’s in it for you
A competitive salary, pension scheme and life assurance
25 days annual leave plus an additional day on us for your birthday
Private medical cover and income protection, just in case
A generous and highly achievable bonus scheme
Opportunities to progress your career in-role and within the company
Free access to the Headspace app, 24/7 employee assistance helpline and trained physical and mental health first aiders
A variety of employee funded benefits available via our online benefits portal
Plus, several additional purchase options available for you and your loved ones
Explore our full range of benefits on our dedicated benefits page.
Belonging at Just
Valuing diversity of thought and fostering a sense of belonging is critical to our business success, driving innovation and balanced decision making. Our work on DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging) aims to deliver a brilliant employee experience underpinned by a sense of belonging, where our people feel proud to work at Just.
We remain committed to our publicly disclosed HM Treasury Women in Finance Charter and Race at Work Charter targets and support a wide range of employee network and events, championing issues including intergenerational working, social mobility and neurodiversity.
Application details
Please submit your CV using the 'apply now’ button. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted regarding next steps which may include an initial phone interview and in-person assessment.
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What We Do
We are Just, the retirement specialist. We are a FTSE-listed (ticker – JUST.L) specialist UK financial services group.
We have a clear purpose - we help people achieve a better later life. We believe that every decision we make and every action we take should help us to achieve our purpose.
Just differentiates itself from other financial services brands by placing social purpose at its heart with a commitment to help the many millions of people who are facing challenges in later life.
We are keen to speak to talented individuals who are interested in joining our team [www.workatjust.co.uk]
