DB Strategic Projects Analyst
Location: London (Hybrid - 50%)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time
Purpose
The purpose of the Strategic Projects Analyst is to support the strategic vision of the Defined Benefit (DB) Transformation Programme by collaborating with DB business areas, DB Development Teams and DB Data & Integration with a focus on actuarial system enhancements and development.
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
- Supporting the Head of Strategic Projects and DB Strategic Projects Actuary on DB Transformation initiatives.
- Work with the DB Strategic Development team to ensure the interoperability of the Pricing and Data platforms.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues in DB Pricing and Reinsurance, DB Data and Transitions and DB Operations teams to ensure that model and data structure changes flow through effectively to the wider DB ecosystem.
- Provide ad-hoc support and expertise on business processes and queries.
- Work alongside senior developers to help implement and enhance solutions.
- Assist with application implementation, and support business users to use solutions appropriately.
What we’re looking for
- Working towards FIA qualification
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Strong IT skills, particularly Excel. Keen interest in development of coding skills.
- Good interpersonal and team working skills
- Excellent verbal, and written communication, with the ability to present complex financial concepts in a clear and concise manner
- Ability to work without supervision
- Strong technical skills, deep technical knowledge of actuarial concepts particularly those underlying bulk annuity pricing.
- Strong knowledge and awareness of the DB buy in/buy out market, life insurance and relevant regulation.
- An understanding of projects in design build test phases would be beneficial, but not essential.
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.
Be Bold. Be Brilliant. Be Just
Skills Required
- Working towards FIA qualification
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Strong IT skills, particularly Excel
- Keen interest in development of coding skills
- Good interpersonal and team working skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication, able to present complex financial concepts clearly
- Ability to work without supervision
- Deep technical knowledge of actuarial concepts, particularly bulk annuity pricing
- Strong knowledge and awareness of the DB buy-in/buy-out market, life insurance and relevant regulation
- Understanding of projects in design, build, test phases
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]
