Actuarial Assistant

This opportunity is open to a Graduate or Part-Qualified Actuarial candidate who is seeking to gain exposure in a collaborative and fast paced environment. This role sits within the Financial Reporting team who are responsible for the production of the IFRS and Value of New Business (VNB) results for Aviva Life and Pensions and the communication of these results to key partners. With our wide product range and student rotation policy, we offer potential candidates a broad range of experience.

Duties & Key Responsibilities:

• Production of timely and accurate Group and Local reporting requirements for IFRS17, identification and explanation of the sources of changes in the IFRS17 BEL and RA via an Analysis of Change
• Adherence to policy and procedures including controls aligning with Aviva’s Financial Reporting Control Framework (FRCF).
• Supporting the development and BAU implementation of IFRS17 strategic kit and assist in the calculation of IFRS17 reserves.
• Liaising closely with internal and external stakeholders such as Planning, Pricing, Finance Control, External Audit and Group as required while being involved in projects, both reporting related and Aviva wide, as the opportunities arise.

Skills and experience we’re looking for:

• Graduate or part qualified Actuary with related experience working within a lively and collaborative team.
• Up to date knowledge and understanding of actuarial principles and methodology, including Solvency 2 and/or IFRS17 desirable.
• Knowledge of the financial structure and operation of life and pensions products and in particular have a solid understanding of the structures of unit linked, with profit and term insurance products.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise and progress multiple deliverables with a flexible attitude and can-do mentality.

What will you get for this role?

• A competitive market leading salary depending on skills, experience, and qualifications
• Annual performance related bonus and pay review
• Holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays, and the option to buy/sell up to 5 additional days
• Free car parking
• Generous Health & dental insurance contributions after six months
• Aviva Matching Share Plan and Save As You Earn scheme and Approved Profit Share Scheme
• Cycle to Work benefit scheme
• TaxSaver Travel Scheme
• Family friendly parent’s (matching paternity and maternity leave) and carer’s leave.
• Up to 40% discount for some Aviva products plus discounts for Friends and Family
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Volunteering days
• Professional qualification support and transparent career progression plans

Aviva is for Everyone

Our diversity and inclusion policies and initiatives are shaping an environment where everyone feels welcome regardless of age, disability, race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, culture, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, maternity or those with other caring responsibilities. Our approach helps to ensure that Aviva is a place which values difference and provides equal opportunities for all.

We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our people are smart working – spending around 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues.

We prefer all applications to be submitted online, however if you require an alternative method of applying, please contact Saidhbh.goonan1@aviva.com