Insurance Risk Expert

4 days ago

Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Zurich 56 Company Ltd Full time
Role Overview

Zurich 56 Company Ltd is seeking an experienced Insurance Risk Expert to join our team. As a Senior Capital Actuary, you will be responsible for leading and contributing to Solvency II internal capital model tasks across various risk types.

Your main responsibilities will include:

  • Performing complex actuarial and capital analyses for risk type specific deep dives, first line and independent validation activities, and defined minor and major model changes.
  • Leading selected model overall activities for the Capital Actuarial team, including annual first line validation or documentation work, model use assessments, consistency reviews within the internal model and with the MCBS, Profit and Loss Attribution, Standard Formula.
  • Pro-actively supporting ZIE Finance, Capital and Risk Management activities such as updates of internal governance frameworks and policies, review and implementation of new regulatory requirements, ORSA inputs, capital scenarios, portfolio transfers, reinsurance assessments, and ad hoc projects.
  • Planning ahead, coordinating, and project managing on selected capital projects, including task and resource planning, leading working group meetings, presentations to senior management and regulators (where applicable).
  • Working closely with Group risk management and Group risk type model owners on model development and validation topics.
  • Gaining and demonstrating a deep understanding of the overall Solvency II Internal Model methodology, processes, and governance, building a solid understanding of other Group capital models, and staying abreast of regulatory developments.
  • Identifying opportunities and driving the continuous enhancement of internal model processes, methodology, data, documentation, technical implementation, and tools.
  • Supporting the wider Capital Actuarial team with further Internal Model work such as production and reporting where required.

In addition to these responsibilities, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Manage project resources and support the Head of Capital Actuarial in mentoring and training less experienced members of the Capital Actuarial team.
  • Collaborate with individuals and teams across the wider organisation (TCOE, ZIE, Group) as well as external stakeholders such as auditors and regulators as required.
Key Requirements
  • At least five years of post-qualification experience in (preferably non-life) actuarial environment, CERA qualification is a plus.
  • Significant experience in Capital and Risk Modelling.
  • Working knowledge of Solvency II requirements.
  • Experience in multiple functions and in an international environment strongly preferred.
  • Experience managing projects and engaging with a range of stakeholders, incl. senior management and regulators, preferred.
  • Knowledge of actuarial professional guidance and relevant legislation.
  • Knowledge of finance and accounting practices, financial analysis, SII capital models (Internal Model and/or Standard Formula) and regulatory reporting; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.
  • Knowledge of the insurance industry's trends, directions, major issues, regulatory considerations, and trendsetters.
Technical Skills
  • Advanced knowledge of statistical and actuarial tools and techniques, ability to apply modelling processes and techniques to facilitate risk and capital management decisions.
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills and experience using risk modelling platforms.
  • Advanced knowledge of and ability to use spreadsheet software.
  • Knowledge of R or other programming languages.
  • Fluent English, both oral and written; German is a plus.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to build strong working relations with colleagues of all levels and across locations.
  • Able to meet deadlines, work under pressure, and handle complexity.
  • Competent at taking the initiative, prioritizing, resourcing, planning, and project management.
  • Professional, enthusiastic, positive attitude, and flexibility to handle change.
About Us

Zurich 56 Company Ltd is one of Ireland's leading insurance companies providing a wide range of general insurance and life insurance products and services. The company employs over 1,600 people across its locations in Dublin and Wexford. Zurich is a strong brand – with our 53,000 employees worldwide form the basis of our success, helping our customers in 210 countries and territories to understand and protect themselves from risk. In order to deliver our services, we offer our employees flexible working models and interesting opportunities for further training & development.

We value and defend what is right and promote opportunities for equity among our professionals, regardless of gender, disability, LGBTQ +, race, ethnicity, generations, belief, etc. Join us and be part of this culture.

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